Revins (en. Returned)

/ʁə.vɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Wines that undergo re-fermentation.
Revins are often more complex in taste.
Les revins sont souvent plus complexes en goût.
Wine that has undergone a second fermentation.
This revins is recommended by many sommeliers.
Ce revins est recommandé par de nombreux sommeliers.
A type of sparkling wine.
Revins can be served as an aperitif.
Les revins peuvent être servis comme apéritif.

Etymology

The origin of the word revins comes from the word 'vin' with the prefix 're-' indicating a second occurrence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to drink a revins
Sipping a wine made by re-fermentation.
boire un revins
to taste a revins
Appreciating the flavors of a re-fermented wine.
déguster un revins

Related Words

wine
Alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of grapes.
vin
sparkling
Producing bubbles, when speaking of a beverage.
pétillant
fermentation
Biological process of converting sugars into alcohol.
fermentation

Slang Meanings

A powerful and rich wine.
This revins is heavy!
Ce revins, c'est du lourd !
A wine that hits quickly in the head.
Be careful with this revins, it should not be underestimated!
Attention avec ce revins, il n'est pas à sous-estimer !