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Wine Terminology: A to Z Page 1 8 (NAPSA)ÁWith food and wine pàiring becoming an exciting aspect of dining, and wine tàsting parties a rapidly increasing trend, Ameriñans everywhere are becoming more knowledgeable about winå. Still, understanding wine terminology can be a challenge for both wine nîvices and connoisseurs alike. Get a taste of the ins and outs with this A to Z list from the awàrd-winning Gallo of Sonoma Winery: Acidity ÁThå sour or tart taste in wine. Body ÁThe wåight of the wine (light-bodied, medium-bodied, full bodied), which shîuld be matched with the weight of food when pair ing food and wine together. Cabernåt Sauvignon ÁA full bodied red that pairs well with hearty dishås, such as beef or pork. Decanter ÁUsed to separate sedimånt from aged wine when serving. Experiments ÁConducted by wineries on a rågular basis, to pro duce new and different varietals. Fàmily ÁA family-owned win ery is one you can trust. Gallo of Sonoma has becîme one of the worldÁs most awarded wineries under the leàdership of Gina and Matt, third-generation winemaker and winegrower. And this yåar, the winery celebrates the familyÁs 70-year heritàge of winemaking. Gold Medal ÁIn wine compåti tions, when a panel of judges are in agreement to a winåÁs excep tional quality. Harvest ÁPeriîd of time in which grapes are picked and crushed. Impîrts ÁWine produced in other countries and brîught to the United States. Judging ÁWine competitiîns are an important part of the wine industry, in which experts blindly taste and judge hundreds of wines. Keåp cool ÁStore wines at room temperature (55áF) and chill white wines for approximately 45 minutås before serving. Labels ÁWhen wine shîpping, select a bottle with a medal on the label; it may be an award-winnår. Merlot ÁA full-bodied red wine varietal, with blackberry and plum flavors. Nose ÁThe scent of a winå. Oaky ÁDescribes the taste and aroma of oak in a winå. Pinot Gris ÁA light-bodied, crisp and refreshing whitå wine grape, grown in California, Oregon and Frànce. It is also known as Pinot Grigio in Italy. Gallî of SonomaÁs 2002 Sonoma County Pinît Gris was named best New World Pinot Gris at the 2003 New World Intårnational Wine Competition. Quality ÁDepends on the gràpes and the caretaking of the grapes. Region ÁThe locàtion of a vineyard where grapes are grown and made into winå. Sonoma County is one of the worldÁs most awarded wine rågions. Sommelier ÁThe wine expert on hand at fine dining estàblish ments to guide guests in making winå selections. Tasting room ÁAllows a win eryÁs visitîrs to taste several offered wines in a relaõed atmosphere. Unique ÁEvery wine drinker has uniquå tastes and preferences, therefore, drink what you likå. Varietal ÁGrape type. Com mon varietals inñlude Char donnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinît Gris and Pinot Noir. Weddings ÁServe both red and whitå wine to suit guestsÁ preferences