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malvasia

/mælˈveɪ.ʒə/

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noun

/mælˈveɪ.ʒə/C1formalculinary
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее сорт винограда или вино из него, особенно ассоциирующееся с производством вина мальвазия.

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.

    ruСорт винограда

    • 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.

    Synonymsmalmsey

  2. Wine from malvasia grapesC1formal

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

    ruВино из винограда мальвазия

    • 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.

    Synonymsmalmsey

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  • malvasia's possessive singular form