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Argol

Definition:

Argol refers to the residue left after wine has evaporated from the inside surface of wine casks or similar vessels. It is a type of tartar and is composed of potassium bitartrate.

Senses:

Noun

1. The residue left on the inside of wine casks after the evaporation of wine.

Usage:

Popular:

In popular usage, argol is often referred to as wine crystals or wine diamonds.

Local:

In local wine production communities, argol can be used in cooking as a natural ingredient for baking, making sauces, or as a leavening agent in bread, desserts, and marinades.

Examples:

Noun

1. The winemaker scraped the argol off the cask walls before transferring the aged wine.

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• Wine Crystals