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mavrodaphne

mavrodaphne

9.9
A dark red grape from Greece used to make sweet or fortified wine
  • noun
  • Specialized
: mavrodaphne
  • Many Greek winemakers specialize in producing fortified wines from mavrodaphne grapes.

Examples

  • The famous dessert wine is made from the mavrodaphne grape grown in western Greece.

  • She visited a vineyard where mavrodaphne was harvested for traditional sweet wines.

  • I love the taste of mavrodaphne wine.

  • Have you ever tried mavrodaphne grapes?

  • The winemaker featured Mavrodaphne in his new blend, highlighting its unique flavor profile.

  • During our visit to Greece, we enjoyed a glass of Mavrodaphne with dessert, appreciating its fruity notes.

  • The sweet and rich flavor of Mavrodaphne makes it a favorite among dessert wine enthusiasts.

Surface Forms

mavrodaphne singular
mavrodaphnes plural

Etymology

Mavrodaphne comes from Greek parts mavro- meaning 'black' and daphne meaning 'laurel'. That 'black laurel' image is an easy way to remember this grape's very dark skin, which is why it is used to make deep red and sweet wines.