tawny port

tawny port
noun
1. : a port wine consisting of a blend of several vintages matured in wood so that it loses some of its original color and acquires a brownish tinge
2. : a wine lighter in color and body than standard port and made from grapes not as rich in color

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ˌtawny ˈport 7 [tawny port] noun uncountable, countable
port (= a type of strong wine) which is a brownish colour

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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