 Traditional perry is made from pears grown specifically for that purpose rather than for eating or cooking. Many "perry pears" are nearly inedible. There is a pear character, but not obviously fruity. It tends toward that of a young white wine. Some slight bitterness.Slightly cloudy to clear. Generally quite pale.There is a pear character, but not obviously fruity. It tends toward that of a young white wine. Some slight bitterness.Relatively full, moderate to high tannin apparent as astringency.Tannic. Medium to medium-sweet. Still to lightly sparkling. Only very slight acetification is acceptable. Mousiness, ropy/oily characters are serious faults. 