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As with so many wine-related words, “vigneron” comes from French, related to “vigne,” meaning “vine.” A vigneron is a specific kind of winemaker — they start with the vine and the grapes. They cultivate the fruit and make the wine from their own harvest. By contrast, a vintner is someone who makes wine but does not have a hand in growing the grapes.

The duende, a mythological figure found in Latin American, Spanish, and Filipino lore, is a mischievous figure that features in stories ranging from merely playful to downright terrifying. However, the Spanish loanword is also a romantic word meaning “a quality of passion and inspiration.” Artists, designers, writers, creators, dancers — all are inhabited by the spirit of duende.

1. Another term for perk. 2. A thing regarded as a special right or privilege enjoyed as a result of one’s position.