Burgundian

American  

[ber-guhn-dee-uhn] / bərˈgʌn di ən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Burgundy or its people.

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Burgundy.

Burgundian British  

/ bɜːˈɡʌndɪən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Burgundy or its inhabitants

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Burgundy

Etymology

Origin of Burgundian

First recorded in 1570–80; Burgundy + -an

Example Sentences

If the language of the edict seemed needlessly vindictive, perhaps it was because this war was personal to Philip, a keen economic steward who had worked assiduously to develop Burgundian wine production.

From Salon • Aug. 26, 2024

Unlike most Burgundian vineyards, which are divided among numerous owners working side by side, the Clos de la Perrière is a “monopole,” owned entirely by the Joliet family.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 2022

Unusual, almost Burgundian in style, with creamy texture and lively, subtle, chalky flavors.

From New York Times • Dec. 19, 2019

Lameloise’s food was traditional Burgundian haute cuisine updated with nouvelle touches.

From The New Yorker • Nov. 18, 2019

The next day the Spaniards hoisted Burgundian colours, and poured in volleys of musket-shot, but neither party boarded.

From The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers by Thornbury, Walter