What does the cryptic crossword clue "From French and Spanish wine, English easing of tensions (7)" mean?

The definition is "easing of tensions". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DE (abbreviation of "French") + TENT (synonym of "Spanish wine,") + E (synonym of "English"); definition: "easing of tensions" The answer is DETENTE.

From French and Spanish wine, English easing of tensions (7)

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