Word for an experience or entity that is enjoyable with repeated exposure, but not interesting or unpleasant if experienced once or a few times?

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I've seen

Age like wine

to describe this phenomenon, but I'm thinking that there's a single word or a more concise and descriptive phrase for this. I'd appreciate any help.

Christi · Accepted Answer · 2011-06-02 08:37:08Z

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It would normally be described as an "acquired taste".

answered Jun 2, 2011 at 8:37

Christi

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+1 -- my gut reaction. Something that you need to put a little effort into to come to appreciate, e.g. wine, (modern) art :-), Jazz, cheese, contemporary music, James Joyce, and so much more. (list is not complete)
– teylyn
Jun 2, 2011 at 10:04

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