vinifera
- noun
- /ˈvɪnɪfərə/
- Specialized
- That study showed that Gret1's interaction with VvmybA1, a gene found in all V. vinifera grapes, was key to grapes turning out white.
- vinifera grapes
- vinifera variety
Examples
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Vitis Vinifera, hello.
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Many wine enthusiasts prefer vinifera varieties for their rich flavors and aromas.
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Hybrid varieties are now uncommon, and lesser vinifera varieties occupy greatly reduced areas.
Academic text (1993) -
Only one recommended vinifera variety, Semillon, has left the top-ten list since 1958.
Academic text (1993) -
Hybrid and low-quality vinifera grapes have been replaced by recommended varieties.
Academic text (1993) -
The world's most widely planted grapes are varieties of what is commonly known as the "European grape," Vitis vinifera.
Academic text (2006) -
Not only were the hybrid and American varieties removed; huge quantities of vinifera varieties in the authorized category were uprooted, especially in Languedoc, where hybrids were a small portion of the mix.
Academic text (1993) -
The vineyard is known for its excellent vinifera grapes used to produce fine wines.
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Farmers across Europe cultivate vinifera grapes due to their popularity in winemaking.
Synonyms
A grapevine grown for fruit people eat and use to make wine
A common European grape used to make wine and to eat
A vine from Europe that produces grapes used for eating and making wine
Compounds
- Specialized
A tropical American palm tree with edible nuts and strong fiber for making materials
Surface Forms
Etymology
Vinifera comes from the Latin parts vinum ('wine') and ferre ('to bear'). So it means 'wine-bearing', which explains why vinifera is the grape used to make wine.