vinifera

[ vahy-nif-er-uh, vi- ]

/ vaɪˈnɪf ər ə, vɪ- /

of, relating to, or derived from a European grape, Vitis vinifera, widely cultivated for making wine and raisins and for table use.

a vinifera grape.

Origin of vinifera

1895–1900; < New Latin, feminine of Latin vīnifer wine-producing. See vini-, -fer

It feeds on vine (Vitis vinifera) and yellow bedstraw (Galium verum); also on fuchsia and virginia-creeper (Ampelopsis).

The Moths of the British Isles, First Series |Richard South
A palatable wine is obtained from the Raphia vinifera and native beers are also brewed.

Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 16, Slice 1 |Various
Canada is considered the most desirable hybrid between Vulpina and Vinifera.

Manual of American Grape-Growing |U. P. Hedrick
In 1862, he built a glass house in order that he might have Vinifera vines for crossing with natives outside.

The Grapes of New York |U. P. Hedrick

This is a Labrusca, with a few characters that indicate Aestivalis and Vinifera blood.

The Grapes of New York |U. P. Hedrick