Glossary
Bodega
/boh-DAY-gah/
Spanish term for winery or wine cellar.
Full Definition
Bodega is the Spanish word for winery, wine cellar, or wine storage facility. It appears in many Spanish winery names (Bodegas Torres, Bodegas Muga). In some contexts, it refers specifically to the aging cellar. The Portuguese equivalent is adega.
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