Definition

A type of Greek wine that has a distinct flavor from pine resin, often enjoyed with food.

Example

We enjoyed a glass of retsina with our dinner at the Greek restaurant.

Conversation

Have you ever tried retsina before?

Yeah, I had it last summer in Greece, and it was so different from regular wine.

I’ve heard it's flavored with pine resin, right?

Exactly! It gives it a unique taste that I actually enjoyed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retsina originates from the Greek word "resina" (meaning resin), which refers to the pine resin used in the winemaking process. The term describes a type of Greek wine that is flavored with this resin, giving it a distinctive taste.

Memory Tip

Think of 'resin' in Greek, which is the key ingredient that gives retsina its unique flavor — that's why retsina is a wine flavored with resin.

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