winery
UK: ˈwaɪnəri | US: ˈwaɪnəri
n. a place where wine is made or stored; a wine-producing establishment
The word "winery" combines "wine," derived from Old English wīn (itself from Latin vinum), with the suffix "-ery," which denotes a place connected to a specific activity or product (e.g., "bakery," "brewery"). The term emerged in the 19th century to describe commercial establishments dedicated to wine production, reflecting industrialization in viticulture. The morphemes preserve their original spelling, making the compound intuitive for learners.
The family-owned winery produces award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon.
We toured a winery in Napa Valley during our vacation.
The winery offers tastings of its organic wines every weekend.
Modern wineries often use stainless steel tanks for fermentation.
Their winery specializes in small-batch, handcrafted wines.