We explain why white wines have less tannins than red wines, how they contribute to flavor and structure, and more.

One particular characteristic of wines you'll hear talked about often is its tannins. Tannins are astringent, bitter compounds that naturally occur in plants and deter animals from eating them.

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If you've ever left a teabag soaking too long or eaten a thick-skinned grape and wondered about the sharp, grassy sensation interfering with the sweetness, you're familiar with tannins.

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Coffee, however, does. “The tannins [of red wine] don’t harmonise with the cheese,” says Alexandre Centeleghe, a Swiss wine expert. “You always pair the same aromas, and there are no ...