Sylvaner
Americannoun
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a white grape grown in the Alsace region of France and in Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.
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a mild white wine made from this grape.
Etymology
Origin of Sylvaner
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Bottle-fermented and crafted from Müller-Thurgau, Sylvaner, and Pinot Blanc, you can pair this brightly acidic, citrusy wine with something equally acidic, like strawberries, cherries, or a green salad with vinaigrette.
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2022
Sylvaner, or silvaner as it’s also spelled frequently, is a perpetually underrated grape.
From New York Times ● Jul. 10, 2020
Factory smokestacks loom above the countryside, famed for its dry Sylvaner and Riesling wines.
From Time Magazine Archive
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