manzanilla

Thân thiện

A woman sips manzanilla from a small glass on a sunny terrace.

Definition

Noun: 1. A very dry, pale sherry from Spain: Manzanilla is a specific type of fortified wine, a fino sherry, produced primarily in the Spanish town of Sanlúcar de Barrameda. It is characterized by its pale color, light body, and notably dry, crisp, and sometimes slightly salty flavor profile.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • We enjoyed a chilled glass of manzanilla with some olives before dinner.
  • The manzanilla from this bodega has a distinctive briny note.
  • For an authentic tapas experience, pair fino or manzanilla with jamón ibérico.

Advanced Usage

• "Manzanilla pasada": This refers to an aged manzanilla that has developed a deeper color and more complex, nuttier flavors while retaining its dry character.
  • The manzanilla pasada had a richer aroma than the standard fino.

Variants and Related Words

• Manzanilla (the plant): It is important to note that "manzanilla" is also the Spanish word for "chamomile," a type of flowering herb. The sherry is named for a perceived similarity in aroma.
  • She drank a cup of manzanilla (chamomile) tea to relax.

Synonyms

• Fino sherry: Manzanilla is a sub-category of fino sherry.
• Dry sherry: A general descriptive term that includes manzanilla.

Related Phrases

• "En rama" manzanilla: This refers to manzanilla that is bottled with minimal filtration, preserving more of its natural character and complexity.
  • The "en rama" manzanilla offers a more intense and authentic taste.

Học thuật

Noun

1. very dry pale sherry from Spain

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