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varietal

/vəˈɹaɪətəl/

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noun

A wine made primarily from or exclusively from a single variety of grape, which carries the name of that grape.

Examples :

"The varietal Merlot has rich red color and a robust fruity taste. Cabernet Sauvignon is a varietal that descended from Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc."

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noun

(by extension) A coffee made primarily from or exclusively from a single variety of coffee bean.

Examples :

""The barista recommended the Ethiopian Yirgacheffe; it's a popular varietal known for its bright, fruity flavor." "

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adjective

Pertaining to a distinct variety of organism.

Examples :

"The wine list offered a wide range of varietal choices, from Chardonnay to Merlot. "

organism biology

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adjective

Made from a single specific variety (especially of grapes in wine).

Examples :

"The wine list featured several varietal wines, each made from a single type of grape. "

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adjective

Of or relating to a variety of a language.

Examples :

"The linguist studied the varietal differences between the Spanish spoken in Spain and the Spanish spoken in Mexico. "

language linguistics