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winemaking

[ wahyn-mey-king ]

noun

  1. the procedures and processes carried out in the making make and maturing of wine; viniculture; vinification.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of winemaking1

First recorded in 1805–15; wine + making

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Example Sentences

Nowhere else in the world has this philosophy of winemaking been taken to such a level of detail.

Here he also mastered winemaking skills that led to his becoming the Robert Mondavi of his day.

And finally, and perhaps most especially, winemaking was a perfect way to travel and see the world.

Do you notice any changes in the winemaking style and philosophy in the Napa Valley?

Phylloxera struck in the late 19th century, and in the 20th century, Soviet winemaking mandates encouraged quantity above quality.

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