fruity

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  1. adjective Of, containing, or relating to fruit.
  2. adjective Tasting or smelling richly of or as if of fruit: "My nose filled with the smells of leather, polish, wax—the fat, fruity smell of rich car” (Anthony Hyde).
  3. adjective Excessively sentimental or sweet.
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  • Beaujolais wines are not too heavy wine that is very fruity, and also very approachable even for non drinkers.
  • Sometimes we want something fresh and fruity, and other times we're craving a warm and spicy scent. —  StyleList Fashion Blog
  • Italian Sangiovese at RMB38 and found it simple, fruity, and easy to drink, that is, something we could guzzle without food. seating options, a decent deck when weather is warm, and clean toilets. wine menu has changed for over a year - a little diversity would be nice. —  Chinalyst - China blogs in English
  • The berries and juice are deliciously sweet with a pleasant, fruity, aromatic flavor. —  Indybay newswire
  • Light, fruity, acidic wines and off-dry wines won out for most of the courses, with Sauvignon Blanc (Australian), Sancerre and Riesling leading the pack. —  Avenue Vine
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