Extra dry意思
"Extra dry" is a term often used in the context of wine, specifically sparkling wine, to indicate a level of sweetness. It refers to a wine that is drier, or less sweet, than the average wine. Here's a breakdown of common sweetness levels in sparkling wines:
- Brut Nature or Extra Brut: These are the driest options, with little to no residual sugar.
- Brut: Typically has a small amount of residual sugar, giving it a dry but not bitter finish.
- Extra Dry: Contains a bit more sugar than Brut, but still significantly less than off-dry or sweet wines.
- Dry or Sec: A step up in sweetness from Extra Dry, with a noticeable but balanced sweetness.
- Demi-Sec: Semi-dry, with a clear sweetness that is not as pronounced as in fully sweet wines.
- Doux or Sweet: The sweetest category, with a significant amount of residual sugar, making the wine noticeably sweet.
In the context of cocktails or other beverages, "extra dry" might also be used to indicate a preference for less sweet options.