Definition of maderization in English:
maderization
(British maderisation)
noun ˌmadərʌɪˈzeɪʃ(ə)nˌmadərəˈzāSHən
mass nounA form of oxidation which gives white wine a brownish colour and caramelized flavour like that of Madeira.
(白葡萄酒的)呈现褐色
Example sentencesExamples
- Maderization can make a fortified wine more rich and nutty, while it spoils wines of lower alcohol.
- The frequent mention of the darkening of the colour of the great whites suggests that maderization was normal and, indeed, desired.
Derivatives
adjective
Lack of modern equipment, absence of western influence, and a desire for strong, sweet drinks made syrupy, maderized wines the norm in state wineries in the past.
Example sentencesExamples
- As a white wine gets older it becomes maderized or oxidized and begins to turn brown in color; this is generally due to improper storing conditions, and is definitely not a good sign.
Origin
1950s: from French madérisation, from madériser, from Madère 'Madeira'.