Natural corks have long been the go-to method for sealing wine bottles, but many of today’s winemakers are choosing alternative methods in fear of the corks adversely affecting the flavour of their wines. However, this is a mistake to...
MoreMany techniques have been used over the years to create various types of wine that range from inexpensive ones that require very little processing time to the more expensive types that need a certain amount of aging to obtain...
MoreWinemaking is an intricate process of transforming grapes into unique alcoholic beverages that vary in their characteristics and flavours. While most types of wine are made with the same basic processes, sparkling wines and champagne have additional steps to...
MoreOak aging of wine has been practiced for centuries, and actually dates back to the ancient Romans when they first started transporting wine in oak barrels to deliver it to their soldiers in the field. They quickly noticed the...
MoreThere is no disputing the fact that sanitation is a major factor in producing high-quality wine on a consistent basis. After all, contaminants can taint the flavour of the wine and cause it to spoil. If you are not...
MoreWhile winemaking involves many processes, it all starts with the first stage of grape pressing and crushing. It is in this stage that the grapes release their precious juices that go on to become wine. To accomplish these tasks...
MoreIf you are a newbie winemaker, you have many details to learn about all aspects of winemaking, including what type of containers to use for aging. While there are many choices available to you, the traditional route is to...
MoreYeast plays such a crucial role in winemaking that without its presence, you cannot turn grape juice into wine. The juice simply will not ferment without the help of yeast. While some wild yeast is present in all grapes,...
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