oaked

British

/ əʊkt /

adjective

relating to wine that is stored for a time in oak barrels prior to bottling

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The Chardonnay is made with “a blend of lightly oaked, California Chardonnay wine, delicately sweet Chardonnay grape juice, and a touch of natural Pumpkin Spice flavoring,” per TJ’s.

From Salon • Sep. 29, 2025

Subsoil 2019 chardonnay, Horse Heaven Hills, $12.99: The Mercers tap into prized Eagle & Plow Vineyard and nearby Zephyr Ridge for a lightly oaked and balanced chardonnay under this young tier.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2020

Can someone comment a bit more on chardonnay and cheese: what are some good oaked chardonnay-cheese or unoaked chardonnay-cheese pairings that work?

From New York Times • Oct. 12, 2017

The dusting of Spanish smoked paprika, or Pimentón de la Vera, adds a smoky, oaked and slightly spicy yet very subtle touch of heat.

From Washington Times • Oct. 29, 2016

"The shama," Elizabeth said; "when I hear him I close my eyes and picture the downs and oaked hills of England, and fancy I'm listening to the nightingale or the lark."

From Caste by Fraser, William Alexander

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