Mousiness

A wine fault that can create unpleasant mouse-cage or cereal-like flavors, often noticed after swallowing.

<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>Mousiness is discussed especially in low-sulfur or microbiologically unstable wines, though it is not limited to one category.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>For Level 1, define it simply and avoid technical overreach.</p>