Stale Wine - Glossary Term

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A descriptor for wines that have become tasteless, most often due to storage for excessive periods of time in a large vessel. As air is allowed to reach the liquid, the wine begins to deteriorate, resulting in a loss of quality. Thus, the wine becomes "flat" and lacks the aroma and flavor desired for the beverage.