Definition

Referring to wine that is not produced from grapes harvested in a specific year, often blended to create a consistent flavor.

Example

The restaurant offers a selection of nonvintage wines that appeal to a wide range of tastes.

Conversation

Have you tried that new wine shop downtown?

Not yet, but I heard they have a lot of nonvintage options.

I usually prefer vintage wines, but I’m curious about the blends.

Same here! It might be fun to experiment with some nonvintage selections.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonvintage → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "vintage" (from Latin "vindemia", meaning the harvest of grapes). The word "nonvintage" refers to something that is not from a specific harvest or year, often used in the context of wine.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being used to describe something that is not from a specific 'harvest' ('vintage') — that's why nonvintage means it doesn't come from a particular year.

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