falernian (Meaning)
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falernian (a.)
Of or pertaining to Mount Falernus, in Italy; as, Falernianwine.
Synonyms & Antonyms of falernian
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falernian Sentence Examples
- The ancient Romans were known to enjoy Falernian wine, a type of red wine produced in the Campania region of Italy.
- Falernian wine was often mentioned in Roman literature, including the works of Horace and Pliny the Elder.
- The younger Pliny wrote that Falernian wine had a "sweet and fruity" flavor.
- The poet Horace praised Falernian wine for its "rich and mellow" taste.
- Falernian wine was typically served at banquets and other special occasions.
- A particular vintage of Falernian wine, known as “Opimian,” was so highly prized that it was said to have been drunk by Julius Caesar and Cleopatra.
- The Falernian wine region was devastated by a series of volcanic eruptions in the 4th century AD, and the production of Falernian wine declined.
- Some modern winemakers have attempted to revive the production of Falernian wine using ancient techniques.
- Falernian wine is now a rare and expensive commodity, and it is often used in blends with other wines.
- The legacy of Falernian wine lives on in its reputation as one of the most prestigious wines of the ancient world.
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Of or pertaining to Mount Falernus, in Italy; as, Falernianwine.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The ancient Romans were known to enjoy Falernian wine, a type of red wine produced in the Campania region of Italy.
Falernian wine was often mentioned in Roman literature, including the works of Horace and Pliny the Elder.
The younger Pliny wrote that Falernian wine had a "sweet and fruity" flavor.
The poet Horace praised Falernian wine for its "rich and mellow" taste.
