bianco; Bianco [BYAHN-koh]
1. Italian for “white,” vino bianco meaning “white wine.” 2. In Italy, the term bianco (with a capital B) is also used to indicate a white wine that’s made from specific, approved grape varieties, which can differ depending on the DOC and region.
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