manzanilla
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of manzanilla
From Spanish, dating back to 1835–45; see origin at manchineel
Example Sentences
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It’s amber-colored, scented with sea brine, almonds and chamomile, and richer and more robust than the typical manzanilla.
From New York Times ● Oct. 15, 2020
That goes especially for manzanilla, which by reputation is the lightest, most delicate form of fino sherry.
From New York Times ● Oct. 15, 2020
Valdespino Deliciosa is another good manzanilla, particularly if you can find bottles labeled “en rama,” which indicates that the wine received less processing.
From New York Times ● Nov. 21, 2019
These wines will age under the influence of oxygen, and will develop a robustly savory, meaty character that is completely different from manzanilla.
From New York Times ● Aug. 1, 2019
Ultima told me that when my brother León was born that his mollera was sunken in, and that she had cured him with manzanilla.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
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