Pronunciation: [vˈɪnəm ˈalbəm] (IPA) 
Vinum album is a Latin phrase for "white wine." The spelling follows the traditional Latin pronunciation, with "v" pronounced like "w" and "u" pronounced like "oo." The "n" and "m" are pronounced separately, and "a" is pronounced like "ah." The final "e" is silent. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word would be spelled /ˈwi.num ˈal.bum/. It is still used today in the wine industry to refer to a type of white wine.
Vinum album is a Latin term that translates to "white wine" in English. It is a compounded term formed by the words "vinum," meaning wine, and "album," meaning white. In the context of oenology and culinary arts, vinum album refers to a type of wine that is produced mainly from light-colored grapes or grape varieties, resulting in a pale yellow to golden color in the final product.
White wine is categorized as such due to its absence of pigments found in red or purple grape skins, which would normally impart a deeper color to the wine. Vinum album can exhibit a wide range of aromas depending on the grape variety, region, and winemaking techniques utilized. It may range from floral and citrus notes to more complex flavors like tropical fruits, herbs, or minerals.
Typically served chilled, vinum album is known for its refreshing and crisp characteristics. It is often enjoyed as an aperitif, paired with various fish and seafood dishes, poultry, lighter cheeses, or as a complement to creamy and spicy cuisines. Vinum album is produced in wine areas around the world, with well-known examples including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Grigio, and many others.
Overall, vinum album represents a broad category of white wines that celebrate the nuances and flavors associated with the grape variety, terroir, and winemaking techniques employed in the production process.
White wine, the fermented juice of the grape, the fresh fruit of Vitis vinifera, freed from seeds, skins, and stems.
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The word "vinum album" has its origins in Latin.
- "Vinum" means "wine" in Latin, derived from the Latin verb "vīvere" meaning "to live" or "to be alive". This is because wine was considered a crucial part of everyday life in ancient Roman culture.
- "Album" translates to "white" in Latin. In this context, it refers to white wine, which was generally more prestigious and highly regarded than red wine in Roman society.
Together, "vinum album" thus means "white wine" in Latin, reflecting the importance and popularity of white wine in ancient Rome.
