Umaminess

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The property of having the umami taste. rare, uncountable

    "Even though savory umaminess is not often acknowledged as a major player in the taste of wine, I consistently find that I am magnetically attracted to wines that show a slight briny, minerally tinge or that exhibit meaty, savory flavors."

Example

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"Even though savory umaminess is not often acknowledged as a major player in the taste of wine, I consistently find that I am magnetically attracted to wines that show a slight briny, minerally tinge or that exhibit meaty, savory flavors."

Etymology

From umami + -ness.

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