à blanc

[ ah blahngk; French a blahn ]

adjective

1. blanched.

adverb

1. without browning.

Word History and Origins

Origin of à blanc¹

< French: literally, until white

Example Sentences

Prisoner Wine Company’s latest is a blanc de noir worthy of a blind tasting.

From New York Times

While a blanc de blancs champagne is most likely made entirely of chardonnay, this California version is one-quarter pinot blanc.

From Washington Post

If you want Champagne, try a blanc de blancs.

From New York Times

I guess this is technically a “blanc de blancs,” in that it’s a sparkling wine made entirely from white grapes.

From Washington Post

How do you make white wine from a red grape, a blanc de noir?

From New York Times