adjective
- affected by or containing botrytis (a fungus that concentrates grape sugars, used in winemaking)
Usage: wine and viticulture term; also spelled 'botrytized' in U.S. English
Examples
- The botrytised grapes produced an exceptionally sweet dessert wine.
- Botrytised Rieslings are prized for their concentrated flavors and honeyed notes.
- The winemaker waited for botrytised conditions to develop on the vineyard.
- This botrytised Sauternes is a classic example of the style.