How Wine is Made
The lowdown on how that delicious nectar is created.

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Fermentation
Alcoholic fermentation is the natural process of yeast converting sugar into ethanol (aka ethyl alcohol). So for wine, that means the conversion of grape sugars into alcohol, which then results in wine!
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History of Wine
Let's peer back thousands of years ago and discover the history of our favourite beverage.
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How Grapes are Grown for Wine
The best winemakers say wine is made in the vineyard - discover just how a vineyard works.
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How Wine is Made
From harvest to bottling and everything in between!
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Oak in Wine - Its Uses in Winemaking
Wine is made from grapes. But oak is the next most important ingredient - learn why!
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What is Single Vineyard Wine?
Sounds delicious, but do you know what it really means?
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Winemaking Techniques
The nitty-gritty on the whole winemaking process.
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Yeast
Yeast is responsible for the fermentation of grape sugar into alcohol! It can be ambient or cultured, and affects the character and complexity of the finished wine.
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