red wine
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of red wine
First recorded in 1745–55
Example Sentences
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On Wednesday evening, red wine lovers gathered in south Manchester for a tasting.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
The notion that red wine must be served at room temperature is an outdated concept based on it being kept in the much cooler conditions of a cellar, says Bartolotta.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
The drink’s evolution has included more sparkling wines made with red wine grapes, such as Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
A beloved producer in Melbourne, Australia, Starward’s signature Nova single malt is aged in Australian red wine barrels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
They had a brew of piment between them—a mixture of red wine, honey, spices, and whatever else the butler’s wife had added.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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