1. People who love or are connoisseurs of wine; wine enthusiasts or experts.
Usage: Plural form of oenophilist; From Greek 'oinos' (wine) + 'phile' (lover of); Often used in formal or educated contexts

Examples

• The wine tasting event attracted oenophilists from across the region.
• True oenophilists can distinguish subtle flavor notes in aged wines.
• Many oenophilists spend years studying wine regions and production methods.
• The sommelier and other oenophilists debated the merits of the vintage.
• Oenophilists often collect rare bottles from prestigious vineyards.