Term often used for young reds which should be more aggressive More lively than an easy wine with suggestions of good quality The near synonym "amiable" is also sometimes employed but does not quite emphasise the extra connotation of "leanness" implied
[ 's&-p&l also 's ] (adjective.) 14th century. Middle English souple, from Middle French, from Latin supplic-, supplex entreating for mercy, suppliant, perhaps from sub- + -plic- ; more at PLY.