Short definition
A wine with bright, refreshing acidity that feels clean and lively on the palate.
Crisp describes wines where acidity is the star — think Sauvignon Blanc, Albariño, or Muscadet. The sensation is like biting into a green apple or squeezing lemon juice on your tongue. Crisp wines are excellent with salads, raw oysters, goat cheese, and anything fried because the acidity cuts through richness.