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  • 16:4016:40, 15 August 2025 Europe (hist | edit) [3,112 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Europe''' (/ˈjʊərəp/) is the historical heartland of viticulture, home to some of the oldest and most influential wine-producing traditions in the world<ref>Unwin, ''Wine and the Vine: An Historical Geography of Viticulture and the Wine Trade'', Routledge, 1991, ISBN 978-0415075370.</ref>. Its diverse climates, soils, and cultural histories have shaped a wide range of wine styles and established the concept of Old World wine. == Background == Viticulture...")
  • 16:3716:37, 15 August 2025 Pip-to-pulp (hist | edit) [2,614 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Pip-to-pulp ratio''' refers to the proportion of grape seeds (pips) to the surrounding fleshy interior (pulp) within a grape berry<ref>Jackson, ''Wine Science: Principles and Applications'', 5th ed., Academic Press, 2020, ISBN 978-0128161180.</ref>. This parameter is influenced by grape variety, berry size, growing conditions, and ripeness at harvest<ref>Iland et al., ''Chemical Analysis of Grapes and Wine: Techniques and Concepts'', Patrick Iland Wine Promotions,...")
  • 16:3416:34, 15 August 2025 Vitis vinifera (hist | edit) [4,437 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Vitis vinifera''' (/ˈvaɪtɪs vɪˈnɪfərə/, Latin “wine-bearing vine”) is the principal species of domesticated grapevine cultivated for wine production worldwide, underpinning most classic wine styles and regions.<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012, ISBN 978-0062206367.</ref> It comprises thousands of named grape variety whose genetic diversity drives differences in flavour, structure and ageing potential.<ref...")
  • 16:2616:26, 15 August 2025 New Zealand (hist | edit) [4,319 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''New Zealand''' (/njuː ˈziːlənd/) is a wine-producing country in the South Pacific Ocean, recognised for its cool-climate viticulture and distinct regional expressions<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>. Wine production is concentrated on the North and South Islands, where diverse climates and soils support a wide range of grape varieties<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Compa...")
  • 16:1816:18, 15 August 2025 Spain (hist | edit) [7,305 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Spain''' (IPA: /ˈspeɪn/; Spanish: España [esˈpaɲa]) is one of the world’s largest and most diverse wine-producing countries, with a viticultural history that spans over three millennia.<ref>López, ''Historia del vino en España'', Editorial Crítica, 2010, ISBN 978-8498921050.</ref> Located in south-western Europe on the Iberian Peninsula, Spain’s extensive vineyard area, varied climates, and wide range of indigenous and international grape...")
  • 16:0516:05, 15 August 2025 Chile (hist | edit) [5,021 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Chile''' (/ˈtʃɪli/), officially the Republic of Chile, is a major wine-producing country in South America, recognised for its diverse viticultural regions, stable climate, and growing international presence in the global wine market.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> Located along a narrow strip of land between the Andes mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Chile offers a rang...")
  • 15:5515:55, 15 August 2025 Sake (hist | edit) [3,480 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Sake''' (/ˈsɑːkeɪ/; Japanese: 日本酒, nihonshu) is a traditional Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice, often referred to in English as “rice wine” despite its brewing process differing from that of grape wine. Its production combines elements of brewing and winemaking, and it occupies a distinctive position in the global alcoholic beverage landscape.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2...")
  • 15:4515:45, 15 August 2025 Grape wine (hist | edit) [3,442 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Grape wine''' is an alcoholic beverage produced through the fermentation of the juice of Vitis vinifera and other grape species. Distinguished from other fruit-based wines by its complex balance of sugars, acids, tannins, and aromatic compounds, grape wine holds a central place in global culture, trade, and gastronomy.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Backgrou...")
  • 15:3915:39, 15 August 2025 Pinotage (hist | edit) [3,242 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Pinotage''' is a red grape variety originating in South Africa, created in 1925 by crossing Pinot Noir with Cinsaut (then locally known as Hermitage)<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012, ISBN 978-0062206367.</ref>. The variety has since become emblematic of South African viticulture and is cultivated both domestically and in smaller quantities abroad. == Background == The development of Pinotage was undertaken...")
  • 15:2715:27, 15 August 2025 Rosé wine (hist | edit) [3,396 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Rosé wine''' is a style of wine characterised by its pink to light red colour, produced through methods that allow limited contact between grape skins and juice. Unlike red wine, which undergoes extended skin maceration, rosé typically involves a shorter extraction period, resulting in lighter tannins and a fresher, more delicate flavour profile<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.<...")
  • 15:1115:11, 15 August 2025 Vineyard (hist | edit) [3,146 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Vineyard''' refers to a cultivated area of land dedicated to the growth of Vitis vinifera or other wine grape species, forming the foundation of viticulture and wine production. Vineyards vary greatly in scale, location, and purpose, but all share the aim of producing grapes of sufficient quality for winemaking.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == The origins...")
  • 14:5414:54, 15 August 2025 Fruit wine (hist | edit) [3,945 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Fruit wine''' refers to alcoholic beverages produced by the fermentation of fruits other than grapes, using similar winemaking principles adapted to the characteristics of each fruit<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref>. Common raw materials include berries, stone fruits, apples, pears, and tropical fruits, each imparting distinctive flavour, aroma, and structural profiles. Whil...")
  • 09:4809:48, 15 August 2025 Cape Town (hist | edit) [3,558 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Cape Town''' is a key centre of viticulture in South Africa, recognised both for its historical role in the country’s wine trade and for its officially designated Wine of Origin (WO) region. Located at the southwestern tip of the African continent, Cape Town combines maritime influence, varied topography, and a long history of grape cultivation to produce wines that contribute significantly to South Africa’s global wine reputation.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''Th...")
  • 09:1809:18, 15 August 2025 Chenin Blanc (hist | edit) [3,604 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Chenin Blanc''' (/ˈʃɛnɪn ˈblɒŋ/; French: [ʃənɛ̃ blɑ̃]) is a white grape variety originating from the Loire Valley in France, where it has been cultivated since at least the ninth century<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012, ISBN 978-0062206367.</ref>. Known for its high natural acidity and versatility, it can be made into a wide range of wine styles, from sparkling and dry to sweet and botrytised<ref>Ro...")
  • 09:1409:14, 15 August 2025 Rice wine (hist | edit) [4,156 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Rice wine''' refers to a category of alcoholic beverages produced through the fermentation of rice, particularly prevalent in East and Southeast Asia. Unlike grape wine, which derives alcohol from the direct fermentation of fruit sugars, rice wine is made by converting the starch in rice into fermentable sugars using mould cultures before fermentation with yeast<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 9...") originally created as "Rice Wine"
  • 09:0309:03, 15 August 2025 Asia (hist | edit) [4,289 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Asia''' is the largest continent in terms of both population and landmass, with a diverse and ancient tradition of fermented beverages that includes rice wines, fruit wines, and distilled spirits alongside a growing presence of grape wine. While grape-based viticulture has historically been limited, the continent has become one of the most significant import markets for wine in the 21st century, with consumption trends increasingly...")
  • 08:5108:51, 15 August 2025 South Africa (hist | edit) [8,608 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''South Africa''' is a wine-producing country located at the southern tip of the African continent, recognised for its diverse climates, varied soils, and a winemaking tradition that dates back to the 17th century<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>. Its position between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans creates a range of viticultural zones that support both cool- and warm-climate grape cul...")

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  • 15:4415:44, 12 August 2025 Bordeaux (hist | edit) [9,501 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Bordeaux''' (/bɔːrˈdoʊ/; French: [bɔʁdo]) is a prominent wine region in south-western France, centred on the city of the same name along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. It is recognised as one of the world’s most influential centres of viticulture, noted for its diverse range of appellations and complex blending traditions<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Bea...")
  • 14:0214:02, 12 August 2025 Middle Ages (hist | edit) [3,239 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Wine in the Middle Ages refers to the production, trade, and consumption of wine in Europe between the 5th and 15th centuries, a period marked by the decline of Roman viticultural systems, the influence of monastic orders, and the gradual emergence of regional wine specialisation. The era saw both continuity and adaptation in viticultural practices, shaped by political, economic, and climatic conditions<ref>Unwin, *Wine and the Vine: An Historical Geography of Viticultur...")
  • 13:5413:54, 12 August 2025 Signée method (hist | edit) [2,476 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Saignée method''' (/sɛɲeɪ/; French: [sɛɲe], meaning “to bleed”) is a winemaking technique in which a portion of juice is drawn off from a vat of red wine must early in the maceration process. The removal of juice concentrates the remaining must, enhancing colour, tannin, and flavour intensity in the red wine, while the separated juice can be used to produce rosé wine<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford...")
  • 13:3413:34, 12 August 2025 Poland (hist | edit) [5,476 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Poland''' is a wine-producing country in Central Europe with a viticultural tradition dating back to the early Middle Ages. Archaeological and written records indicate that vine cultivation and winemaking were established by monastic communities and royal estates as early as the tenth century<ref>McGovern, ''Ancient Wine: The Search for the Origins of Viniculture'', Princeton University Press, 2003, ISBN 978-0691070803.</ref>. While the country’s coo...")
  • 11:5011:50, 12 August 2025 Solaris (hist | edit) [2,736 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Solaris''' is a white grape variety developed in Germany for cool-climate viticulture. It is known for its high resistance to fungal diseases and its ability to achieve high sugar levels even in regions with short growing seasons.<ref>Vitis International Variety Catalogue (VIVC), "Solaris", vivc.de.</ref> The variety has gained particular prominence in northern European wine production, especially in countries such as Sweden and Denmark. == Backgr...")
  • 11:4311:43, 12 August 2025 Sovie (hist | edit) [3,009 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Savoie''' (/sa.vwa/), also known as Vin de Savoie, is a wine region in eastern France situated in the foothills of the Alps near the borders with Switzerland and Italy. Viticulture in this area is shaped by a combination of mountain influences, varied altitudes, and complex geology, producing wines that are often associated with freshness and marked acidity<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>...")

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