briary [BRI-uh-ree]
An aggressive wine—usually with high tannins and alcohol—that produces a palate impression of spiciness akin to black pepper. Also sometimes called brambly or bramble.
The New Wine Lovers Companion, 2nd Edition, by Ron Herbst and Sharon Tyler Herbst. Copyright © (1) 2003, 1995 by Ron Herbst and Sharon Tyler Herbst. Reprinted by arrangement with Barron's Educational Series, Inc.