vouvray

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A waiter pours a glass of vouvray at a restaurant table.

Definition

Noun: * A type of dry white wine, which can be either still or sparkling, produced in the Vouvray region of the Loire Valley in France.

Usage

Vouvray is an uncountable noun when referring to the wine in general, but can be countable when referring to types or bottles.
It is typically used to specify a wine by its region of origin.
It is often modified by descriptors like "dry," "sparkling," or "aged."

Examples

Advanced Usage

Vouvray is made primarily from the Chenin Blanc grape variety, which is known locally as "Pineau de la Loire."
The style of Vouvray can vary significantly based on the vintage, ranging from very dry (sec) to sweet (moelleux or doux), and from still to pétillant (slightly sparkling) to fully sparkling (mousseux).

Variants and Related Words

Chenin Blanc: The name of the primary grape variety used to make Vouvray. This term is used more broadly for wines made from this grape in other regions (e.g., South Africa, California).
Loire Valley: The larger wine region in France where Vouvray is produced. Other appellations in the Loire Valley include Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, and Muscadet.

Synonyms

White wine: A general term; Vouvray is a specific type of white wine.
Chenin Blanc: Can be used as a synonym when referring specifically to the grape variety, but not all Chenin Blanc wine is Vouvray.

Related Phrases & Context

Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) Vouvray: The official French certification granted to wines that meet strict production criteria within the defined Vouvray geographical area.
To pair with food: Vouvray is often recommended to pair with dishes like goat cheese, poultry, pork, and shellfish due to its balanced acidity and versatility.

A waiter pours a glass of vouvray at a restaurant table.

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