carbonic

adjective

car·​bon·​ic kär-ˈbä-nik How to pronounce carbonic (audio)
: of, relating to, or derived from carbon, carbonic acid, or carbon dioxide

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Beaujolais’ reputation was dragged under the wheels of the Nouveau campaign - a movement adopting carbonic maceration practices in the cellar to create simple, fruity wines. Paul Caputo, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024 Marimar Estate 2022 Pinot Noir ‘Metodo Antiguo’ – from the Dona Margarita vineyard, this wine was made in the ancient method of 100% whole cluster fermentation, native yeast, with carbonic maceration in the berry. Liz Thach, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024 Knutson also made a partially carbonic pinot noir for Talbott: the 2022 South Sleepy Hollow Pinot Noir. Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2024 He’s also made a 2023 carbonic pinot noir from the same vineyard in concrete egg. Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2024 During carbonic maceration, natural grape enzymes produce alcohol, along with the bright aromas and flavors associated with the process. Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024 Expect crystal clear vision and superior impact resistance from the carbonic lenses. Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024 This unique gathering showcases the magic of carbonic maceration, a winemaking technique that produces wonderfully aromatic and fruit-forward wines. The Salt Lake Tribune, 14 Aug. 2023 Beaujolais and other gamay wines are sometimes fermented with carbonic maceration, meaning the grape bunches are not destemmed. Per and Britt Karlsson, Forbes, 17 July 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of carbonic was in 1788

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“Carbonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carbonic. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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carbonic

adjective
car·​bon·​ic kär-ˈbän-ik How to pronounce carbonic (audio)
: of, relating to, or derived from carbon, carbonic acid, or carbon dioxide
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