white wine

noun

: 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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Reds generally last longer than white wines. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 Most Champagne and Chianti bottles contain a blend of red and white wines, too. Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026 That included Sauvignon Blanc from Château d’Yquem and Chardonnay from Meursault, vines that would eventually influence generations of California white wine production. Emily Price, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 Garlic and fresh thyme add aromatic depth, while a touch of white wine deglazes the pan and adds bright acidity. Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for white wine

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of white wine was in the 14th century

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“White wine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20wine. Accessed 30 May. 2026.

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