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Sekt

American  
[zekt] / zɛkt /

noun

German.
  1. sparkling wine; champagne.


Sekt British  
/ zɛkt /

noun

  1. any of various German sparkling wines

"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 Sekt

C20: from German, from Spanish vino seco dry wine

Example Sentences

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While Sekt always comes from Germany or Austria, it can be made from almost any grape, and in white, red, or rosé style, with ABV typically between 10% and 13%.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2022

Though it may not be there yet, Sekt should be one of the first wines that comes to mind when you're planning any cheers-worthy activity.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2022

But you probably won't find one of Europe's lesser known, food-friendly, and affordably-priced wines: Sekt, a sparkling wine from Germany and Austria.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2022

All Sekt starts out as a still, low-alcohol wine.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2022

He spoke knowingly, notwithstanding the Sekt and the smile with which he seemed to be belying his remarks.

From Erik Dorn by Hecht, Ben

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