Claretian

/kləˈrɛʃən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or resembling claret wine, particularly its deep red color or flavor profile.

Etymology

From 'claret' (a dry red Bordeaux wine) + '-ian' suffix, used to describe things with the qualities associated with claret wine.

Kelly Says

The word 'claret' itself comes from medieval Bordeaux wine imports—so 'claretian' describes something as having that aristocratic medieval wine-color!

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