Here are the definitions for the letter "h"

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Hectolitre

A measure of volume commonly used when expressing yields; a hectolitre is 100 litres.

HEGEL

V.vinifera variety with synonym name Weinsberg S 342. Derived from a Helfensteiner x Heroldrebe cross created, and subsequently released by the Weinsberg/Württemberg, Baden, Germany, Wine Research Station. (No details as yet other than it recommended for use as a red wine).

HEIDA (PAÏEN)

White-wine grape found in the Valais district of Switzerland. Of ancient origin it is thought to be identical to the Savagnin Blanc variety of French Savoie.

HELFENSTEINER

V.vinifera cultivar developed and recently released by the Weinsberg/Württemberg Wine Research Station, Baden (De). Has synonym names Weinsberg S 532 and Blauer Weinsberger. Reported as a Pinot Précoce x Schiava Grossa cross. (No other details as yet other than it is recommended for use in red wine blends).

Herbaceous

Aromas reminiscent of fresh grass or hay; grassy, as in certain Sauvignon Blancs; also the green pepper character of some Cabernets.

Herbaceous

Tasting or smelling of herbs; frequently a component of Cabernets and Sauvignon Blancs.

Herbaceous (see also Grassy)

Adjective used in description of wine with taste and aroma of herbs, (usually undefined). Considered to be a varietal characteristic of Cabernet Sauvignon, and to less extent, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc grapes

Herby

Reminiscent of herbs, such as mint, sage, thyme, or of eucalyptus.

HEROLDREBE

V.vinifera cultivar created and recently released by the Weinsberg/Württemberg Wine Research Station, Baden (De). Has synonym name Weinsberg S 130. Was derived from a Portugieser x Blaufränkisch cross. (No other details as yet other than it is used to create a red wine).

HEUNISCH BLAU

V. Vitis cultivar released around 1990 that has genetic similarities to Furmint, Räuschling and Gamay. According to the Geilweilerhof database (above) has over a dozen synonym names. Recommended for Wine production. (No other details as yet).

HIMBERTSCA

(No details as yet other than it is a white wine producing variety probably indigenous to the Valais district of Switzerland).

HOELDER

V.vinifera cultivar with synonym names Hölder and Weinsberg S 397. Derived from a Riesling x Pinot Gris cross developed and subsequently released by the Weinsberg/Wütttemberg, Baden, Germany, Wine Research Station. (No other details except that the fruit is recommended for white wine production).

Hogshead

In Australia this is a 300 litre barrel. Confusingly the term is also used by some when they are referring to the barrique of Bordeaux, a smaller barrel.

Hollow

A tasting term. This describes a wine which lacks flavour and texture, often through the midpalate, would often be described as hollow.

Hollow

Lacking in middle flavors and structure; the sense that something is missing between the first taste and the finish. Hollow wines are often the result of yields that are too large, diluting the quality of the grapes.