winery

noun

win·​ery ˈwī-nə-rē How to pronounce winery (audio)
ˈwīn-rē
plural wineries
: a wine-making establishment

Examples of winery in a Sentence

We took a tour of the winery.
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What separates Babylonstoren from the many, many wineries and exceptional hotels in and around the Winelands though is its 12-acre garden, designed by French garden architect Patrice Taravella, that has since been nurtured and nourished by an incredible team of landscapists and horticulturists. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 Fredericksburg is also known for its wineries In addition to its German heritage, the destination is known for its award-winning wineries, thriving culinary scene, scenic beauty and a historic Main Street. Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 2 June 2026 Rosso sits inside Hotel Irada, a working winery in Pune Wine Country, India. Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 Home to some of Napa Valley’s most famous cult wineries like Harlan Estate, Screaming Eagle, Bond, and Opus One, Oakville is known as the source for some of Napa’s best Cabernet Sauvignon. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for winery

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of winery was in 1882

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“Winery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winery. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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