🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Sangiovese

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Sangiovese

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Sangiovese/ˈsæn.dʒoʊˌveɪ.zeɪ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Le Sangiovese est un cépage rouge italien."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A red grape variety originating from Italy, widely used in winemaking.

    "Sangiovese is the primary grape used in the production of Chianti wine."
  2. 2

    A wine made from the Sangiovese grape, known for its bright acidity and cherry flavors.

    "The Sangiovese wine paired perfectly with the rich pasta dish."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'Sangiovese' originates from the Italian words 'sangue' meaning 'blood' and 'Giove' referring to Jupiter, the Roman god. This grape variety has been cultivated in Italy since at least the 16th century, reflecting a deep cultural and agricultural heritage.

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