Fortified wine

wine with an added distilled beverage

Fortified wine is wine that has had liquor mixed into it while it was fermenting. The added liquor means that the wine has more alcohol in it and a different flavor.

History

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Fortified wines became popular in Europe during the 1600s.[1]

There are many popular types of fortified wine, including:

References

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  1. "The Ultimate Guide to the Wide World of Fortified Wine". Wine Enthusiast.