Finish
How long the flavour lingers after you swallow.
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The finish is how long a wine’s taste and aroma linger after you swallow. A short finish fades quickly; a long finish stays for many seconds. A longer finish is usually a sign of higher quality.
Why it matters for WSET
Finish (or length) is the last thing you assess on the palate in the WSET method and a key clue to quality.
Example
A fine wine keeps its aroma going long after you swallow.
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