vintner

noun

vint·​ner ˈvint-nər How to pronounce vintner (audio)
1
: a wine merchant
2
: a person who makes wine

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Early vintners in the area, like Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards (founded some 40 years ago), helped shape the culinary and cultural landscape of Sonoma County. AFAR Media, 20 May 2025 The Expedition Ships Making Waves in the Mediterranean For Food Atlas Ocean Voyages offers Epicurean Expeditions, which are hosted by a rotating roster of guest chefs, vintners, and other culinary experts. Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2025 Local and regional grape varieties contribute unique flavor profiles that can help establish vintner identity. Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025 From special dinners with vintners to staying in a limited-edition guest room, this is some of the latest news in hospitality. Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for vintner

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, alteration of vineter, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin vinetarius, from Latin vinetum vineyard, from vinum wine

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of vintner was in the 15th century

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“Vintner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vintner. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.

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vintner

noun
vint·​ner ˈvint-nər How to pronounce vintner (audio)
: a person who makes or sells wine

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