Definition of stone fruit
: a fruit with a stony endocarp : drupe
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This beauty, matured in stainless steel tanks, offers wet slate, citrus, stone fruit, nuts, bright acidity and a slight spice on the finish.
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The most lush of the tasting, this wine has stone fruit and tropical notes but was still light and refreshing.
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Try using the following measurements for the stone fruit of your choice: 1 1/2 lbs.
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Choose from 25 varieties of apples, plus stone fruits and products including apply crisps and apple butter, all sold in Grandpa Noble’s 87-year-old packing shed.
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Its standout viognier is perfect for Texas summers, with refreshing lemon acidity balanced by stone fruit and a touch of honey.
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The red, based on tempranillo, has stone fruits, apple brandy, and a kick of rosemary syrup, while the white gets its punch from citrus and other fruits and ginger syrup.
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Crusty French baguette, crisp water crackers, apple slices, and housemade stone fruit preserve serve as welcome compliments to the rich, salty cheeses.
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For instance, he’s created a house amaretto infused with stone fruit pits and a lemon’s juice, peel and pith.
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First Known Use of stone fruit
circa 1534
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Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about stone fruit
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