word
French
assemblage
ah-sem-BLAHZH
əˌsɒmbˈlɑːʒListen
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Syllable breakdown
assemblage
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Dictionary meaning
The blending of different grape varieties, vineyard sites, or vintages to create a final wine.
History and origin
French — 'assembler' (to assemble).
Examples
- Champagne's complexity arises from the art of assemblage, blending dozens of base wines.
Common mispronunciations
ah-SEM-blijas-SEM-blahzh
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