Fortified wine
Fortified wine
Fortified wine (pronunciation: /ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪd waɪn/) is a type of wine that has had a distilled spirit, usually brandy, added to it.
Etymology
The term "fortified wine" is derived from the process of fortification, which involves strengthening or enriching something. In this context, it refers to the addition of distilled spirits to wine to increase its alcohol content.
Types of fortified wine
There are several types of fortified wines, including:
- Port: A sweet, red, fortified wine from Portugal. It is often served with dessert.
- Sherry: A fortified wine made from white grapes that are grown near the city of Jerez de la Frontera in Spain.
- Madeira: A fortified wine made in the Madeira Islands, a Portuguese archipelago.
- Marsala: A wine, dry or sweet, produced in the region surrounding the Italian city of Marsala in Sicily.
- Vermouth: An aromatized, fortified wine flavored with various botanicals.
Production
The production of fortified wine involves the addition of a distilled spirit to the wine. This process increases the alcohol content and often enhances the flavor and lifespan of the wine. The exact method and timing of the fortification process can vary, resulting in different styles of fortified wine.
Consumption
Fortified wines can be consumed on their own or used in cooking. They are often served as an aperitif or digestif and are popular in various cocktail recipes.
Health considerations
Like all alcoholic beverages, fortified wines should be consumed in moderation. They are typically higher in alcohol content than regular wines, which can lead to increased alcohol intoxication if consumed excessively.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fortified wine
- Wikipedia's article - Fortified wine
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski