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Sauterne: meaning, definitions and examples

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sauterne

 

[ soh-tairn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wine type

Sauterne is a sweet white wine produced in the Bordeaux region of France, known for its rich flavors and golden hue. It is made primarily from the Sรฉmillon grape, often blended with Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. The grapes are affected by noble rot, which concentrates their sugars and flavors. This process creates a wine that exhibits a complex bouquet of honey, apricot, and citrus. Sauterne is often enjoyed as a dessert wine but can also be paired with savory foods, such as foie gras.

Synonyms

dessert wine, sweet wine

Examples of usage

  • We enjoyed a glass of Sauterne with dessert.
  • The restaurant had a wide selection of Sauternes.
  • She bought a bottle of Sauterne for the celebration.
  • Sauterne pairs beautifully with cheese.

Translations

Translations of the word "sauterne" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‰เคŸเคฐเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sauternes

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพั‚ะตั€ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฝใƒผใƒ†ใƒซใƒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sauternes

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†Œํ…Œ๋ฅธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูˆุชูŠุฑู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Sauternes

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‹็‰นๆฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะกะพั‚ะตั€ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Sauternes

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sauternes

Etymology

The word 'Sauterne' derives from the name of the Sauternes region in Bordeaux, France, which has been producing wine since the 17th century. The region's unique microclimate and the presence of the Garonne River contribute to the ideal conditions for the development of Botrytis cinerea, the fungus responsible for noble rot. The appellation of Sauternes was formally established in the 1930s, and it has since become synonymous with high-quality sweet wines. The traditional winemaking methods in Sauternes, which include late harvesting and careful selection of grapes, have been passed down through generations. As a result, Sauterne wines are often considered some of the finest sweet wines in the world, celebrated for their complexity and aging potential.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,582, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.