Maderized

A term for wine that tastes oxidized or heat-aged in a way resembling Madeira-like notes.

<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>Maderized can be desirable in true Madeira and some intentionally oxidative styles, but it is usually a fault in fresh table wines.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>Context matters: the same family of flavors can be style-appropriate or defective.</p>