vinous

/'vainəs/

Thân thiện

The sommelier described the cheese's flavor as having a distinct vinous quality.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Of or relating to wine: Pertaining to, characteristic of, or resembling wine in any aspect, including its color, taste, aroma, or effects.
   • Having the color of red wine: Specifically describing a deep, rich red color similar to that of red wine.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The critic described the aged port's bouquet with a distinctly vinous character.
  • The evening light cast a vinous glow over the velvet curtains.
  • His vinous complexion suggested a fondness for the cellar's offerings.

Advanced Usage

• "Vinous fermentation": The specific process by which grape juice is converted into wine.
  • The winemaker carefully monitored the temperature during the vinous fermentation.
• "Vinous aroma": A scent that is characteristic of wine, often used in tasting notes.
  • The pinot noir opened with a vinous aroma of dark cherries and oak.

Variants and Related Words

• Viniculture (n): The science or study of grape cultivation for wine.
  • He studied viniculture in France.
• Vintner (n): A wine merchant or a person who makes wine.
  • The local vintner produces an excellent chardonnay.

Synonyms

• Wine-like: Resembling wine.
• Vintage: Pertaining to the wine of a particular season or year (note: this is a more specific term).
• Bacchic: Relating to Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, implying a festive, wine-related quality.

Related Phrases

• Vinous notes: A term used in oenology (wine tasting) to describe flavors or aromas reminiscent of wine itself, often in other beverages or foods.
  • The aged balsamic vinegar had surprising vinous notes.
• Vinous pleasure: Enjoyment derived from wine.
  • He spoke of the simple vinous pleasures of a good meal.

Related Idioms

(Note: There are no common idioms centered solely on the word "vinous." Its use is primarily technical or descriptive.)

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to wine

Từ đồng nghĩa

• vinaceous