Adjective
Of or pertaining to tan; derived from, or resembling, tan; as, tannic acid.
Source: Webster's dictionaryArgentine Merlots grown in the higher elevations of Tunpungato have shown a balance of ripe fruit, tannic structure and acidity. Source: Internet
Iron gall ink (also known as iron gall nut ink or oak gall ink) was a purple-black or brown-black ink made from iron salts and tannic acids from gall nut. Source: Internet
It is tight and tannic with a little volatile acidity on the nose. Source: Internet
Malbecs tend to be very full-bodied, herbaceous and pretty tannic, especially when they are young, and are great with a marbled piece of beef. Source: Internet
The capsaicins of spicy foods can accentuate the perception of alcohol in Merlot and make it taste more tannic and bitter. Source: Internet
In Pomerol, where Merlot usually accounts for around 80% of the blend, the iron clay soils of the region give Merlot more of a tannic backbone than what is found in other Bordeaux regions. Source: Internet