à blanc
Americanadjective
adverb
Etymology
Origin of à blanc
< French: literally, until white
Example Sentences
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Prisoner Wine Company’s latest is a blanc de noir worthy of a blind tasting.
From New York Times
While a blanc de blancs champagne is most likely made entirely of chardonnay, this California version is one-quarter pinot blanc.
From Washington Post
If you want Champagne, try a blanc de blancs.
From New York Times
I guess this is technically a “blanc de blancs,” in that it’s a sparkling wine made entirely from white grapes.
From Washington Post
How do you make white wine from a red grape, a blanc de noir?
From New York Times
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