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Viticultural and vinification practices play a decisive role in shaping body. Low vineyard yields and extended ripening promote concentration, while techniques such as prolonged maceration increase tannic content and depth.<ref>Peynaud, ''Knowing and Making Wine'', Wiley, 1984, ISBN 978-0471881491.</ref> Oak ageing, especially in small barrels, enhances body through the extraction of phenolics and the integration of oxygen, lending richness and complexity. Lees stirring in white wines, particularly Chardonnay, can build texture and mouthfeel, while blending across varieties or vineyard sites may be used to achieve a fuller profile.