malvasia

• Substantiv, das eine Rebsorte bzw. den daraus gekelterten Wein bezeichnet, insbesondere im Zusammenhang mit der Herstellung von Malvasierwein.

A noun referring to a type of grape, or the wine made from it, particularly associated with the production of Malmsey wine.

1. Type of grapeC1formal

   A variety of sweet white grape used primarily in winemaking, especially for producing Malmsey wine.

   Rebsorte

   • The malvasia grape is known for its rich, sweet flavor.
   • Vineyards in Madeira cultivate malvasia for their famous wines.
   • Malvasia grapes thrive in warm, sunny climates.

   Synonymemalmsey

2. Wine from malvasia grapesC1formal

   A sweet, fortified wine made from the malvasia grape, often associated with Malmsey.

   Malvasier

   • He ordered a glass of malvasia to accompany the dessert.
   • The malvasia wine had a deep amber color and honeyed taste.
   • Malvasia is traditionally aged in oak barrels for several years.

   Synonymemalmsey