red wine

noun

: a wine with a predominantly red color derived during fermentation from the natural pigment in the skins of dark-colored grapes

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Ross pointed to past articles that have suggested one glass of red wine a day can help protect against certain types of heart disease. Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025 It’s made from 100 percent Pinot Noir grapes sourced from a single parcel in La Côte Aux Enfants, which has long been used by Bollinger for its still red wines. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2024 The woman asked for a glass of red wine (sophisticated) and a glass of water (responsible). Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 27 Dec. 2024 Mix Vinegar and Laundry Detergent Like baking soda, vinegar is another powerful cleaning tool to keep on hand to combat the toughest stains, including red wine. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for red wine 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of red wine was in the 15th century

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“Red wine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red%20wine. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.

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