fortified wine — wine that has had a distilled spirit (usually brandy) added to it during fermentation to increase its alcohol content
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: wine that has had a distilled spirit (usually brandy) added to it during fermentation to increase its alcohol content
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪd waɪn/
Example Sentences
- The dinner party served fortified wine that was so strong, even the cheese started feeling tipsy.
- Fortified wines like port and sherry are perfect for sipping after a heavy meal.
- He collected rare fortified wines from Portugal, claiming each bottle was his 'liquid treasure.'
fortified wine
NOUN[/ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪd waɪn/]
wine that has had a distilled spirit (usually brandy) added to it during fermentation to increase its alcohol content
The sommelier pours fortified wine, richer and stronger than regular table wine.
Once classified, the fortified wine left him satisfied!
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“The dinner party served fortified wine that was so strong, even the cheese started feeling tipsy.”
“Fortified wines like port and sherry are perfect for sipping after a heavy meal.”
“He collected rare fortified wines from Portugal, claiming each bottle was his 'liquid treasure.'”
“The sommelier explained that fortified wine gets its higher alcohol content from added spirits during fermentation.”
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