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Wine Time: Taste of Tannins!

Season 2 Episode 204 | 4m 31s

Tannins are found in nature, but did you know they also give your wine that dry astringent aftertaste? But they are not just in your wine they are found in fruits like blueberries, grapes, and persimmons; they are also found in everything from chocolate to coffee to walnuts. So let’s explore the science of tannins and the role they play in your glass of vino.

Aired: 03/22/20
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