Define what a "dry" wine is.

A "dry" wine is characterized by having little to no residual sugar, which results in a taste that is not sweet. This means that after fermentation, most of the sugars present in the grape juice have been converted into alcohol, leaving very low levels of sugar that would contribute to sweetness. As a result, dry wines can range in flavor profiles but do not have the sweet characteristics found in off-dry or sweet wines.

This definition helps in understanding how different wine classifications impact tasting and food pairing. For instance, dry wines are often preferred with savory dishes, as their lack of sweetness allows the flavors of both the food and the wine to shine through without clashing.