Vigneron (en. Winemaker)

/vi.ɲə.ʁɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Farmer specialized in the cultivation of the vine.

The vigneron works hard during the harvest season.

Le vigneron travaille dur pendant la saison des vendanges.

Owner of a wine estate.

This vigneron is known for his excellent vintages.

Ce vigneron est connu pour ses excellents crus.

Wine technician involved in viticultural production.

The vigneron must know the different varieties of grapes.

Le vigneron doit connaître les différentes variétés de raisin.

From the old French 'vignier', with the root 'vigne', designating one who cultivates the vine.

to make wine

To produce wine from grapes.

faire le vin

terroir

Expression designating the link between a product and its place of production, important in viticulture.

terroir

to pick grapes

To gather grapes during the harvest.

cueillir les raisins

harvest

Grape harvest.

vendange

wine

Alcoholic beverage made from the fermentation of grapes.

vin

vine

Climbing plant from which grapes are obtained.

vigne

Local grape variety

The vigneron loves to talk about his local grape variety.

Le vigneron adore parler de son cépage local.

Grape harvest festival

Every year, the vigneron organizes a grape harvest festival in his community.

Chaque année, le vigneron organise une fête des vendanges dans sa commune.