CultureJuly 16, 2026

vintner

/ˈvɪntnər/

Definition

A person who makes or sells wine.

Etymology

The word originates from the Middle English 'vintener,' which was derived from the Anglo-French 'vintener' and ultimately from the Latin 'vinitor,' meaning a vine-dresser or keeper of a vineyard.

In the news

In this article, the term describes winemakers of color whose products are being highlighted and sold by a local Southeast San Diego vendor at the block party festival.

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