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sauterne

/səʊˈtɜːn/

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noun

/səʊˈtɜːn/C1formalculinary
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее полусладкое золотистое столовое или десертное вино, родом из региона Бордо во Франции, или аналогичное вино, производимое в Калифорнии.

A noun referring to a semisweet golden-colored table or dessert wine originally from the Bordeaux region of France, or a similar wine produced in California.

proper noun

  1. Sweet French wineB2formal

    A semisweet, golden-colored wine from the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, France, often served as a dessert wine.

    ruСладкое французское вино

    • We paired the foie gras with a chilled glass of Sauterne.
    • The Sauterne had a rich, honeyed flavor.
    • She ordered a bottle of Sauterne to accompany the dessert.

    Synonymssauternes

  2. California-style wineB2formalamerican

    A similar style of semisweet, golden wine produced in California, often made from Semillon or Sauvignon Blanc grapes.

    ruКалифорнийское вино

    • This California Sauterne is a great alternative to the French original.
    • The winery produces a popular Sauterne that pairs well with fruit.
    • He prefers the lighter taste of a California Sauterne.