Definition of VARIETAL

varietal

Plural: varietals

Noun

  • A wine designated by the specific variety of grape used.
  • a wine made principally from one grape and carrying the name of that grape
  • A wine made primarily from or exclusively from a single variety of grape, which carries the name of that grape.
  • A coffee made primarily from or exclusively from a single variety of coffee bean.

Adj

  • Pertaining to a distinct variety of organism.
  • Made from a single specific variety (especially of grapes in wine).
  • Of or relating to a variety of a language.

Examples

  • Playing VARIETAL was a fine choice, adding a sophisticated touch to the game.
  • 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.

Origin / Etymology

From variety + -al.

Synonyms

varietal wine

Antonyms

generic, generic wine, blend#Noun, generic#Adjective, generic#Noun

Scrabble Score: 11

varietal: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
varietal: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
varietal: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

varietal: valid Words With Friends Word