GLOSSARY TERM

Vin Doux Naturel

Styles

A French fortified sweet wine style made by mutage, adding spirit to stop fermentation.

<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>Vin doux naturel wines retain natural grape sweetness and are associated with regions such as Roussillon and parts of the Rhône.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>Use appellation-specific sources for grapes and aging styles.</p>

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