white wine

noun

Definition of white wine

: a wine ranging in color from faintly yellow to amber that is produced from the juice alone of dark- or light-colored grapes

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The latest release to come from Firestone Walker Brewing’s eccentric wild-ale facility in Buellton, the Barrelworks, is Bretta Blanc, an effervescent wild ale made with white wine grapes from co-founder David Walker’s family vineyard. Jay Brooks, The Mercury News, "California’s latest beer news — plus Oktoberfest fun," 21 Aug. 2019 But Zima was typecast as a girly drink, with all the virility of a white wine cooler. Esther Mobley, SFChronicle.com, "Hard seltzer is this summer’s biggest scam," 20 Aug. 2019 Plump shrimp, Vidalia onions, and fresh tomatoes swim in a chile and white wine broth. al, "Visit the best restaurants in Atlanta’s food neighborhoods," 19 Aug. 2019 Today, white wine is king, as Alsace specializes in dry Riesling and Gewürztraminer (distinct from the sickly sweetness usually associated with these styles) along its famed Route des Vins d’Alsace. Tyler Moss, Condé Nast Traveler, "An Autumnal Road Trip Through Alsace Wine Country," 13 Aug. 2019 For appetizers like salty green olives, briney shellfish, and buttery toasts, an elegant but approachable white wine feels the most appropriate, and is capable of handling a smattering of flavors. Sara Mae Albert, Harper's BAZAAR, "How to Plan a Casual Chic Dinner Party," 2 Aug. 2019 This is time of year when pink and white wines are in high demand. Georgann Yara, azcentral, "12 Arizona wines to sip by the pool this summer," 1 Aug. 2019 Northstar Frosé Blanc: Frozen blend of guava purée; lemon, orange and passion fruit juices; and Round Lake Winery’s Skinny Dipping Tropical Passion white wine. Nancy Ngo, Twin Cities, "Minnesota State Fair announces new beers, drinks for this year," 29 July 2019 This is where one finds two steamed mussel preparations, one of which includes a white wine cream base enhanced with cherrywood smoked bacon ($10.99). Lindsey Mcclave, The Courier-Journal, "For breakfast (or any other meal) you can't go wrong at North End Cafe," 23 May 2018

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First Known Use of white wine

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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white wine

noun

English Language Learners Definition of white wine

: wine that is light in color