How to Use tannic in a Sentence

tannic

adjective
  • The grape is a beast—tannic, high acid, stubborn as hell.
    — John Noakes, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2025
  • In the mouth there are ripe, rich fruit flavors and a firm tannic structure.
    — Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2022
  • This organic wine looks rich and dark but tastes much lighter and is not very tannic.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 12 July 2020
  • Eden Dry, a full-bodied, tannic cider, is your best bet to match sweet sauces.
    — Natalie B. Compton, GQ, 10 Oct. 2017
  • This wine also has a lot of fruit, but is drier and a little more tannic.
    — Dave Clark, Cincinnati.com, 1 May 2020
  • The brine of lesser varieties or brands can taste tannic and harsh.
    — WSJ, 13 Dec. 2022
  • In general, reds that are more tannic or complex should be served cool but not cold.
    — New York Times, 30 Dec. 2021
  • Both varieties are tannic, which gives this rosé a bit of structure to back up the fruit.
    — Washington Post, 5 May 2022
  • Somewhat dry and tannic mid palate with soft red fruit and black pepper, and a young finish.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023
  • Smooth and flavorful on the palate, with a slight tannic dryness.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 3 May 2022
  • The iron of its tannic spine will bend with a few years of age or with decanting for drinking now.
    — Mike Dunne, sacbee, 16 Jan. 2018
  • Cool yogurt with a zing of garlic rounds out the trio, while the sumac lends its fruity-tart and tannic zest.
    — Deputy Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Black and blue is known to get the fish’s attention in muddy and tannic water.
    — Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 7 July 2022
  • Not tannic at all, so don't expect a giant Cab with a long finish.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 1 Mar. 2020
  • This is a rich, sweet bourbon with a good deal of oak on the palate, but the flavor is not tannic or drying.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2023
  • White wine is much less tannic than red—the sensation that sucks moisture from your palate and dries your mouth out.
    — Emma Wartzman, Bon Appetit, 4 Apr. 2017
  • The oolong brings a certain tannic and earthy flavor to the drink, which is brightened with lemon.
    — Tirion Morris, The Arizona Republic, 21 Aug. 2021
  • From crisp white wines to tannic reds, here are our picks for the perfect wine and barbecue pairings.
    — Kristy Alpert, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2023
  • There is a dose of sweetness on the palate, but it’s tempered by dry tannic notes and a pinch of spice on the finish.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2025
  • The finish is long and dry with lingering notes of red fruits, black pepper, and tannic oak.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
  • The wine is likely to be full-bodied, densely-fruited and, when young, tannic.
    — WSJ, 20 July 2017
  • Gobs of dark red fruit flavors glide along a slippery mouthfeel, with more than enough tannic structure to back them up.
    — oregonlive, 4 Mar. 2023
  • There are some tannic licorice notes that lead the way on the tip of your tongue, followed by orange, honey, and molasses.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 July 2023
  • The grape tends to produce wines that are tannic, darkly colored and high in acidity.
    — Esther Mobley, SFChronicle.com, 13 Oct. 2016
  • Yes, this still tastes like a very old bourbon, but the tannic oak flavors are soft and not overpowering.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2025
  • Light as a Fleurie from Beaujolais but with a firm tannic backbone.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
  • Its soft tannic structure works nicely with the greens without adding to the bitterness.
    — Sunset Staff, Sunset Magazine, 23 Nov. 2022
  • The French oak lends a firmer, spiced structure and a prominent tannic backbone.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
  • The finish is long, with lingering notes of vanilla, lightly tannic oak, and spices.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
  • This wine is on the riper side of muscadet, mouth-filling and medium-bodied, with a slight tannic grip on the finish.
    — Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 23 June 2022

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