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Wine Glossary K - The general glossary of wine terms lists the definitions of many terms used within the wine industry. These terms may be used by viticulturists, winemakers, connoisseurs, enophiles and wine beginners to name but a few.

Kabinett - German - Meaning "cabinet", the basic category of German Qualitätswein mit Prädikat wines, below the level of Spätlese. Dry, light bodied wines from Germany and Austria that are made from grapes picked during normal harvest time.

kalathos - (ancient Greece) a small krater with a spout near the foot used to hold wine

Keller - German for cellar.

kosher wine - Wine that is produced in adherence to a strict set of guidelines laid out by rabbinical law in order to make it acceptible for consumption by religious Jews. They are usually sweet red wines, though other types are allowed. In the past kosher wines were often made from Concord grapes and tended to be very sweet, today a wide variety of kosher wines are available, satisfying discriminating tastes while meeting religious requirements.

kylix - (ancient Greece) a drinking cup.