Winegrower – Wine Starts In The Vineyard
A winegrower is a person or entity that grows grapes for winemaking. They are responsible for cultivating and maintaining the vineyards, harvesting the grapes, and selling them to wineries or producing their own wine. A winegrower, also known as a viticulturist or grape grower, is an essential part of the wine industry. They are responsible […]
Xarel·lo – The Backbone of Your Favorite Cava
Xarel·lo is a white grape varietal that is primarily grown in Catalonia, Spain, where it is used to make still and sparkling wines. It is one of the three main grape varietals used in the production of Cava, the famous sparkling wine of Spain. Xarel·lo is a late ripening grape that is highly valued for […]
Xinomavro – A High-Maintenance Grape With a Big Personality
Xinomavro is a red wine grape variety that is indigenous to Greece, particularly in the northern regions of Naoussa, Amynteo, and Goumenissa. It is known for producing wines that are high in tannins, acidity, and have complex flavor profiles. Xinomavro is a Greek grape variety that is widely considered to be one of the country’s […]
Yeast – It Makes Wine Possible
Yeast is a microorganism that plays a crucial role in the winemaking process. It is responsible for the conversion of grape juice into wine, consuming the sugars and producing alcohol and carbon dioxide. Yeast also contributes to the flavor, aroma, and texture of wine, and different strains of yeast can produce unique characteristics in the […]
Zymology – Adventure in Fermentation Science
Zymology, also known as zymurgy, is the study of fermentation, including the biochemical processes that occur during the conversion of sugars into alcohol and other byproducts. In the context of wine, zymology plays a crucial role in understanding how grapes are transformed through fermentation into the finished wine we enjoy. Fermentation is a tricky process […]