sparkling wine

noun

: an effervescent table wine

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Built with vodka, dry vermouth, olive brine, and sparkling wine, the dirty martini spritz preserves the savory backbone of a dirty martini while opening it up with effervescence. Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2026 Guests can also enjoy a full beach setup, poolside treats like popsicles and fruit skewers, and thoughtful extras like a welcome glass of sparkling wine. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026 His scientific background also positioned him to oversee one of sparkling wine's most technically demanding stages. Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Use sparkling wine for a simple and refreshing Lemon-Basil Spritzer. Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sparkling wine

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sparkling wine was in 1565

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“Sparkling wine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sparkling%20wine. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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