They do! Tannins occur naturally in grape skins, seeds and stems. They’re also present in the oak barrels used to age many wines, including some whites. White wines, overall, have significantly less ...

"Tannin" is something with red wines that is often spoke about, you know, between sommeliers, we use it to really judge wines when we are blind tasting and even whether it goes with food.

Tannins are an important component of a wine's structure and texture, and act as a natural preservative that help wine age and develop. Sign Up for Free Email Newsletters Sign up for Wine Spectator’s ...