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13:1313:13, 5 August 2025 Pinot Meunier (hist | edit) [4,139 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Pinot Meunier''' (French pronunciation: [pi.no mø.nje]) is a dark-skinned grape variety primarily grown for sparkling wine production, most notably in the Champagne region of France. The name "Meunier" (meaning "miller" in French) refers to the flour-like white down on the underside of its leaves, giving them a dusty appearance. Genetically a mutation of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier is valued for its earlier ripening, good disease resistance, and its ability to...")
10:4210:42, 5 August 2025 Oak ageing (hist | edit) [5,994 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Oak ageing’’’ is a winemaking practice in which wine is matured in oak barrels to enhance its flavour, texture, and aromatic complexity. This process allows for controlled exposure to oxygen and the gradual integration of compounds such as tannins, vanillin, and lactones from the oak itself. Oak ageing is employed in the production of both red and white wines, and the choice of oak type, barrel size, and ageing duration can significantly influence the fina...")
10:2110:21, 5 August 2025 Pinot Noir (hist | edit) [16,548 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "’‘Pinot Noir’’ is one of the oldest and most widely celebrated wine grape varieties, primarily associated with the region of Burgundy in eastern France. Thought to have been cultivated since Roman times, Pinot Noir is known for its delicate skin, tightly packed clusters, and notable susceptibility to both disease and mutation. Despite its viticultural challenges, it produces some of the world’s most sought-after red wines, characterised by a pale colour, nu...") originally created as "Pinot noir"
00:1500:15, 5 August 2025 Burgundy (hist | edit) [15,027 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Burgundy’’’ (French: ‘‘Bourgogne’’ [buʁ.ɡɔɲ]) is one of the most historically significant and geographically distinctive wine regions in France. Renowned globally for its nuanced expressions of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the region is marked by a highly fragmented vineyard structure and a classification system rooted in centuries of monastic land stewardship and terroir observation. The name derives from the ancient Burgundia...") Tag: Visual edit: Switched

23:5323:53, 4 August 2025 Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) (hist | edit) [3,424 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "’‘Protected Designation of Origin’’’ (PDO) is a European Union classification used to identify agricultural products and foodstuffs, including wine, that are produced, processed, and prepared in a specific geographical area according to recognised methods. In the wine sector, PDO status ensures that all stages of production take place within a defined region and follow precise viticultural and winemaking standards. The designation is part of the EU’s quality...")
23:4023:40, 4 August 2025 Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) (hist | edit) [10,135 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Protected Geographical Indication’’’ (PGI) is a classification used within the European Union to recognise and protect agricultural products, including wine, that are closely linked to a specific geographic origin. At least one stage of production—such as growing, processing or preparation—must occur within the defined area. In the context of wine, PGI allows for greater flexibility in permitted grape varieties, viticultural practices and styli...")
23:1423:14, 4 August 2025 Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT) (hist | edit) [5,305 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Indicazione Geografica Tipica’’’ (IGT) is a classification in the Italian wine system, introduced in 1992 to identify wines of recognised geographic origin that fall outside the stricter rules of Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) or Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG). It roughly corresponds to the EU category of Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) and allows for greater varietal and stylistic freedom. The creat...") originally created as "Indicazione Geografica Tipica"
22:5422:54, 4 August 2025 Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) (hist | edit) [6,189 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Denominazione di Origine Controllata’’’ (IPA: /denominaˈtsjoːne di oˈriːdʒine kontrollaˈta/, Italian for “designation of controlled origin”) is an Italian wine classification that denotes wines produced under regulated conditions in specific geographic areas. Established as part of a national effort to protect and elevate the quality of Italian wine, the system sets rules on grape varieties, yield limits, winemaking practices, and geographic...") originally created as "DOC"
22:3922:39, 4 August 2025 Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) (hist | edit) [4,833 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘DOCG’’’ (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita, [deˌnominatˈtsjoːne di oriˈdʒiːne kontrollaˈta e ɡarantiˈta]) is the highest tier of the Italian wine classification system. The term translates to “controlled and guaranteed designation of origin” and signifies wines that meet the most stringent legal and qualitative standards imposed by the Italian government. Introduced in the early 1980s to reinforce credibility and distinguish...") originally created as "DOCG"
20:4920:49, 4 August 2025 Italian wine (hist | edit) [11,261 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Italian wine’’’ refers to the diverse range of wines produced throughout the territory of Italy, one of the world’s oldest and most influential wine-producing countries. With a viticultural history dating back over two millennia, Italy boasts more native grape varieties than any other nation, and a geographical and cultural landscape uniquely suited to winemaking. Today, Italian wine encompasses a wide spectrum of styles and regions, from the structured...")
20:0920:09, 4 August 2025 Etna (hist | edit) [6,907 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Etna DOC’’’ (/ˈɛt.na/, Denominazione di Origine Controllata Etna) is a regulated Italian wine appellation located on the slopes of Mount Etna, an active volcano in eastern Sicily. Established in 1968, it is among the oldest DOCs in the region and one of the most distinctive in all of Italy, known for its high-altitude vineyards, volcanic soils, and indigenous grape varieties. Etna DOC produces structured yet elegant wines in white, red, and rosé...")
19:5519:55, 4 August 2025 Soil (hist | edit) [1,390 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Soil’’’ is a foundational element of viticulture and a key component of terroir. It influences vine growth, water availability, nutrient uptake, and ultimately the character and style of the resulting wine. The physical and chemical composition of vineyard soils can contribute to differences in aroma, structure, and longevity across wines made from the same grape variety. == Usage in wine == {{Main|Terroir}} In winemaking, soil type affects d...")
18:5518:55, 4 August 2025 Adelaide Hills (hist | edit) [1,890 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Adelaide Hills’’’ is a cool-climate wine region located in the Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia, east of the city of Adelaide. Known for its elevated vineyards and diverse microclimates, it has become one of Australia’s most important regions for producing refined styles of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Sauvignon Blanc. The region’s altitude, which ranges from 300 to over 700 metres, allows for long growing seasons and retention of n...")
18:0418:04, 4 August 2025 Chardonnay (hist | edit) [10,638 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Chardonnay’’’ (/ʃaʁ.dɔ.nɛ/) is a widely planted and highly versatile white grape variety used to produce some of the world’s most celebrated and stylistically diverse white wines. The name is derived from the French village of Chardonnay in the Mâconnais subregion of southern Burgundy, where the grape is believed to have originated. Known for its relatively neutral flavour profile, Chardonnay acts as a responsive conduit for terroir...")
17:5517:55, 4 August 2025 Bâtonnage (hist | edit) [1,806 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "‘’‘Bâtonnage’’’ (/ba.tɔ.naʒ/) is a winemaking technique originating from the French word bâtonner, meaning “to stir with a stick”. It refers specifically to the periodic stirring of dead yeast cells, or lees, back into suspension during the ageing of wine, typically in barrel. This practice is most commonly associated with white wines aged sur lie (on the lees), particularly in regions where richness, texture, and complexity are desired. == U...")
17:4517:45, 4 August 2025 Sancerre (hist | edit) [12,806 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "''Sancerre'' (/sɑ̃.sɛʁ/, French pronunciation) is one of the Loire Valley’s most celebrated wine appellations, renowned above all for its pure, mineral-driven expressions of <nowiki>Sauvignon Blanc</nowiki>. Situated on the left bank of the upper <nowiki>Loire River</nowiki>, this hilly enclave of vineyards has become a global reference point for cool-climate white wine—defined not by power, but by precision, structure, and clarity. Though best known for...") Tag: Visual edit
17:0517:05, 4 August 2025 Terroir (hist | edit) [9,328 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Terroir (/tɛʁ.waʁ/), from the French word terre meaning “land” or “earth”, is a term deeply rooted in the lexicon of viticulture and winemaking. It refers to the intricate interplay of environmental and human factors that shape the identity of a wine, encompassing elements such as climate, soil composition, elevation, aspect, and traditional vineyard practices. Though the concept defies easy translation, it is often interpreted as “a sense of place”—the...")

00:2500:25, 1 August 2025 VinoPedia (hist | edit) [965 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''VinoPedia''' is a web-based encyclopedia dedicated to the world of wine. Its purpose is to provide structured, reliable and accessible knowledge for anyone interested in wine – from grape varieties and regions to terminology, winemaking styles and cultural traditions. The content is continuously expanded and updated. == Purpose and scope == VinoPedia was created to offer a neutral, well-structured alternative to scattered wine blogs and marketing-driven content. Ar...") Tag: Visual edit

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