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The Story of Winemaking

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The Story of Winemaking

Step 01

Harvesting Grapes

Harvesting grapes typically occurs in late summer to early fall, when the grapes have reached their peak ripeness. The grapes are carefully hand-picked. The harvested grapes are then transported to the winery for sorting, pressing, and fermentation.
Step 02

Crushing & Pressing

Crushing and pressing grapes is a key step in the wine manufacturing process that allows winemakers to extract the juice from the grapes. Crushing breaks, the skins of the grapes and releases the juice, while pressing extracts the remaining juice from the pulp. The type of press used, and the duration of the pressing process can have a significant impact on the flavour, colour, and texture of the resulting wine.
Step 03

Fermentation of the Liquid

After the crushing and pressing of grapes, the resulting liquid undergoes fermentation, a process where yeast consumes the sugars in the grape juice and produces alcohol and carbon dioxide. Fermentation can take place in stainless steel tanks, oak barrels, or other vessels, and can last anywhere from a few days to several months depending on the type of wine being produced. Temperature and other factors are closely monitored during fermentation to ensure optimal flavour and aroma development.
Step 04

Clarification Process

After fermentation, the wine undergoes a clarification process to remove any remaining solids, such as grape skins and yeast particles. This can be done through several methods, including fining, filtration, or settling. Fining agents, such as bentonite or egg whites, can be added to the wine to help remove impurities, while filtration uses various materials to remove particles. Settling involves allowing the wine to sit undisturbed in tanks, allowing solids to settle to the bottom and then siphoning off the clarified wine from the top.
Step 05

Ageing the Wine

After clarification, some wines are aged to further develop their flavours and aromas. This can be done in oak barrels or other vessels and can last for several months or several years depending on the type of wine. During this time, the wine can undergo chemical changes that create new flavours and aromas, while tannins can soften and integrate, resulting in a smoother, more complex wine.
Step 06

Bottling the Wine

After ageing and further quality control, the wine is bottled for distribution and consumption. The bottling process involves filling and corking the bottles, as well as labeling and packaging them. The bottles are then stored under proper conditions until they are ready to be shipped or sold.