Foods and Drinks - Wine

Here you will learn some English words related to wine such as "champagne", "sherry", and "distil".

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Foods and Drinks

a type of fizzy wine made originally in France, often drunk to celebrate an event

Ex: The wedding reception featured champagne served in crystal flutes for the guests .
Bordeaux [noun]

a type of red wine produced in the Bordeaux region of France, made from a blend of grape varieties

Burgundy [noun]

a red wine from the Burgundy region of France, or a similar wine made elsewhere

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Riesling [noun]

a type of white wine made from the Riesling grape, characterized by its high acidity, crisp and refreshing taste

vermouth [noun]

an aromatized fortified wine that is flavored with various botanicals, including herbs, spices, and roots

a type of red wine made from the Gamay grape, produced in the Beaujolais region of France

port [noun]

a type of dark-red wine with a sweet taste, originated in Portugal

Ex: The port , with its rich flavors of plum and chocolate , complemented the decadent chocolate cake perfectly .
Prosecco [noun]

‌a fizzy white wine, originated in Italy

sherry [noun]

a strong wine that is often taken before a meal as an appetizer, originated in Spain

bubbly [noun]

a drink, typically sparkling wine or champagne, served on celebratory occasions

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Chablis [noun]

a type of white wine made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Chablis region of Burgundy, France

a white wine made from the Chardonnay grape, resulting in a range of flavors that often include notes of apple, pear, citrus, and tropical fruit

Chianti [noun]

a type of red wine made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy

claret [noun]

a red wine which is dry and produced in Bordeaux or elsewhere

a sweet wine typically served with dessert or as a dessert on its own

a type of wine that has been strengthened by the addition of a distilled spirit, usually brandy

hock [noun]

white wines from the Rhine region of Germany, known for their light and crisp taste with a refreshing acidity

Ex: He prepared a delicious pork hock stew , with tender chunks of meat , vegetables , and a savory broth .

the wine offered by a restaurant or bar as a standard, affordable option

Madeira [noun]

a fortified wine that comes from the Portuguese island of Madeira and is known for its distinctive nutty, caramelized flavor

merlot [noun]

a red wine grape variety that is widely planted throughout the world and is known for producing wines that are soft, fruity, and easy to drink

a warm, spiced wine typically made with red wine, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and orange peel

plonk [noun]

a slang term used to describe cheap, low-quality wine that is considered to be of inferior taste and quality

red wine [noun]

a type of wine made from dark-colored grapes that are fermented with their skins

a type of wine made from white grapes or from red grapes that have had their skins removed, resulting in a light-colored wine

rose [noun]

a type of wine with a light pink color, made from red grapes

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retsina [noun]

a Greek wine that is flavored with pine resin during the winemaking process

vino [noun]

an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits

Ex: The restaurant 's menu features a great selection of vino from Italy .
vintage [noun]

wine in general

Ex: The cellar held bottles of the finest vintage , stored for special occasions .

a type of wine that is carbonated, producing bubbles and a fizzy texture

May wine [noun]

a German wine that is flavored with sweet woodruff herb and is traditionally consumed in May

jug wine [noun]

a low-priced wine that is typically sold in large bottles or jugs

to age [verb]

to allow something to mature or develop over time

Ex: The whiskey was aged for twelve years , giving it a rich , smooth finish .

(of wine) to interact with oxygen after it has been opened, usually by decanting or swirling in the glass

Ex: He swirled the wine in his glass , giving it a chance to breathe .

to carefully pour a liquid from one container to another, often to separate any solid particles or to allow the liquid to breathe and develop its flavor and aroma

lees [noun]

deposits of dead yeast or other particles that settle at the bottom of a wine barrel or bottle during the fermentation and ageing process

to purify and concentrate alcoholic beverages by heating and cooling to separate alcohol from other substances, enhancing its purity and potency

Ex: The moonshiner clandestinely distills corn mash in a homemade still hidden deep in the woods .

the science and practice of cultivating grapes for the purpose of making wine

winery [noun]

a place where wine is made and usually stored