vinifera

[vahy-nif-er-uh, vi-]

of, relating to, or derived from a European grape, Vitis vinifera, widely cultivated for making wine and raisins and for table use.

a vinifera grape.

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1895–1900; < New Latin, feminine of Latin vīnifer wine-producing. See vini-, -fer

It feeds on vine (Vitis vinifera) and yellow bedstraw (Galium verum); also on fuchsia and virginia-creeper (Ampelopsis).
The Moths of the British Isles, First Series|Richard South
A palatable wine is obtained from the Raphia vinifera and native beers are also brewed.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 16, Slice 1|Various
Canada is considered the most desirable hybrid between Vulpina and Vinifera.
Manual of American Grape-Growing|U. P. Hedrick
In 1862, he built a glass house in order that he might have Vinifera vines for crossing with natives outside.
The Grapes of New York|U. P. Hedrick

This is a Labrusca, with a few characters that indicate Aestivalis and Vinifera blood.
The Grapes of New York|U. P. Hedrick