corked

/kˈɔːkt/

/kˈɔːɹkt/

corked

used to describe a wine that has been contaminated by a faulty cork, resulting in an unpleasant odor or taste in the wine

synonyms : corky

What is "corked"?

Corked is a term used to describe a wine that has been contaminated by a faulty cork. This contamination can occur when a chemical compound called 2,4,6-trichloroanisole (TCA) forms on the cork, usually due to a reaction between the cork and chlorine compounds used in the bleaching process. When a wine is corked, it can have a musty, damp cardboard-like smell and taste that overpowers the wine's natural flavors and aromas. This can be disappointing for wine enthusiasts who are expecting a high-quality wine drinking experience. In recent years, alternative wine closures such as screw caps and synthetic corks have become more popular as a way to prevent cork taint and ensure that wines are not corked.

Examples

1. You know, when we started Vayner Media, I also launched two other companies, Corked and Forest.

2. THE STATUE OF CHARITY WAS FROM THE 17th CENTURY, BUT IN THE 19th CENTURY, MIDDLE OF THE 19th CENTURY, THE VICTORIAN AGE, IT WAS TOO MUCH, SO THEY CORKED THE HOLES.

3. They corked it.