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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What could pair better with a dinner party than a crowd-pleasing red wine that’s a little sultry, thanks to a blend of earthy, spicy, and dark berry flavors. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025 Guests will also enjoy American red wine and English sparkling wine. Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025 Balsamic vinegar can be replaced with red wine vinegar, or skip it. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025 Toro, Castilla y León Toro is known for bold red wines with the native varietal Tinta de Toro. Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 16 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for red wine

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 30 Sep. 2025.

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