white wine

noun

: a wine ranging in color from faintly yellow to amber that is produced from the juice alone of dark- or light-colored grapes

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The fondue float experience includes white wine (one 500-ml bottle per person), as well as water and hot tea. — Claudia Laroye, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026 Washington is well known for its stunning Cabernet Sauvignons, but winemakers in the state also make great white wines such as Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026 But when Shannon asked what song Duff would never add to the set list, instead of an answer the mother of four took a long swig of white wine, smiled and changed the subject. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2026 Add ¾ cup dry white wine and cook, stirring occasionally, until almost completely evaporated, about 3 minutes. — Rick Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for white wine

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of white wine was in the 14th century

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“White wine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20wine. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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