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frizzante

British  
/ frɪˈzæntɪ, fridˈdzante /

adjective

  1. (of wine) slightly effervescent

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of frizzante

Italian, from frizzare to sparkle

Example Sentences

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This rosso frizzante hails from the Sorrento Peninsula south of Naples — think Amalfi coast, romantic vistas and, of course, pizza.

From Washington Post • Feb. 2, 2023

This “vino frizzante rosso secco” comes from a leading Lambrusco producer in Emilia Romagna.

From Washington Post • Feb. 2, 2023

Lambrusco, similar to pet nats, are frizzante in style, meaning they're light on the bubbles, powerful in the flavor.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2021

For novelty, how about a tasty kosher rosé from Italy and a gentle frizzante sparkler from Italy?

From Washington Post • Aug. 11, 2017

The most interesting product from the company will be a Moscadello di Montalcino, a frizzante white wine, first made in the 17th century, that has been out of production for 50 years.

From Time Magazine Archive

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