New pages

10:3610:36, 19 August 2025 Malbec (hist | edit) [3,642 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Malbec''' (/mælˈbɛk/) is a red wine grape variety of French origin, historically cultivated in south-west France but now most closely associated with Argentina. It produces deeply coloured wines with firm tannins and pronounced fruit character, and has become one of the most recognisable international grape varieties.<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012, ISBN 978-0062206367.</ref> == Background == The grape...")
08:4608:46, 19 August 2025 Madeira (hist | edit) [3,395 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Madeira''' (/məˈdɪərə/; Portuguese: [mɐˈðejɾɐ]) is both a Portuguese wine region and a distinctive style of fortified wine. Produced on the volcanic Atlantic archipelago of the same name, Madeira is notable for its longevity, oxidative character, and historical role in international trade.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Region == Viticulture in Madeira is sha...")

15:5915:59, 18 August 2025 Japan (hist | edit) [3,675 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Japan''' (/dʒəˈpæn/; 日本, Nihon or Nippon) is a wine-producing country in East Asia whose viticulture has developed from small-scale local cultivation into a modern industry recognised internationally. Although long overshadowed by traditional beverages such as Sake, wine has become an established part of Japan’s agricultural and cultural landscape.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784...")
15:5415:54, 18 August 2025 Clay (soil) (hist | edit) [2,861 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Clay''' is a soil type found in many winegrowing regions, valued for its ability to influence vine growth and the style of wines produced. Its fine mineral particles and distinctive physical properties make it a significant component of terroir.<ref>White, ''Soils for Fine Wines'', Oxford University Press, 2003, ISBN 978-0195141023.</ref> == Background == Clay is formed from the weathering of rocks such as limestone, granite (soil)|...") originally created as "Clay"
15:5015:50, 18 August 2025 Tannat (hist | edit) [2,980 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Tannat''' (/taˈnat/) is a red wine grape variety most closely associated with the Madiran appellation of southwest France and the vineyards of Uruguay. The name is thought to derive from the word *tanné*, reflecting the grape’s notably high tannin levels.<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012, ISBN 978-0062206367.</ref> == Background == Tannat originated in the foothills of the Pyrenees, where it beca...")
15:4615:46, 18 August 2025 Prädikatswein (hist | edit) [4,012 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Prädikatswein''' (German pronunciation: [ˈpʁɛːdikat͡svaɪn], lit. “wine with special attributes”) is the highest category in the German system of wine classification. It denotes wines produced from grapes of superior ripeness, with quality determined by natural sugar levels at harvest. Chaptalisation (the addition of sugar to increase alcohol) is not permitted under this designation.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine''...")
15:3315:33, 18 August 2025 Oenology (hist | edit) [3,601 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Oenology''' (/iːˈnɒlədʒi/), from the Greek ''oinos'' (wine) and ''-logia'' (study), is the scientific discipline concerned with wine and winemaking. It encompasses the study of grape chemistry, fermentation, maturation, and sensory evaluation, providing the technical foundation for modern wine production.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == The formal study of oenology d...")
15:1715:17, 18 August 2025 Austria (hist | edit) [4,243 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Austria''' (/ˈɒstriə/) is a landlocked country in Central Europe with a long tradition of viticulture. Its wine industry is characterised by a balance of deep historical roots and modern quality-focused regulations that have positioned Austrian wines among the most highly regarded in Europe.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> == Background == Viticulture in Austria da...")
15:1015:10, 18 August 2025 Grape cultivation (hist | edit) [3,148 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Grape cultivation''' refers to the agricultural practice of growing grapevines for the production of wine, a discipline more formally known as viticulture. It encompasses the selection of vineyard sites, the management of vines, and the techniques employed to produce grapes of suitable quality for winemaking.<ref>Jackson, ''Wine Science: Principles and Applications'', 5th ed., Academic Press, 2020, ISBN 978-0128161180.</ref> == Background == The c...")
14:4614:46, 18 August 2025 Ageing (hist | edit) [3,659 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Ageing''' in wine refers to the process by which a wine evolves over time, whether in barrel, bottle, or other vessels. Unlike simple storage, ageing is a controlled transformation that can enhance complexity, soften textures, and develop aromas, though not all wines are designed to benefit from prolonged ageing.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Historical context == The...")
14:1714:17, 18 August 2025 Phylloxera (hist | edit) [3,579 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Phylloxera''' (/fɪˈlɒksərə/) is a small, root-feeding insect of the species ''Daktulosphaira vitifoliae'' that devastated vineyards worldwide in the 19th century. Native to North America, the pest caused one of the most severe crises in viticultural history, often referred to as the “Great Wine Blight.” Its impact and the subsequent solutions transformed global winegrowing practices.<ref>Campbell, ''Phylloxera: How Wine Was Saved for the...")
13:2813:28, 18 August 2025 Yeast (hist | edit) [3,285 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Yeast''' (/jiːst/) are unicellular fungi of great importance in winemaking, responsible for the alcoholic fermentation that transforms grape must into wine. The term derives from Old English ''gist'' and Proto-Germanic roots meaning "foam" or "boil", reflecting the frothing effect of fermentation. The most significant species in oenology is ''Saccharomyces cerevisiae'', though other genera also contribute to fermentation under certain conditions.<...")
13:2413:24, 18 August 2025 Acidity (hist | edit) [3,192 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Acidity''' in wine refers to the concentration and perception of organic acids naturally present in grapes and produced during fermentation. It is a central component of wine tasting, contributing to freshness, balance, and the ageing potential of a wine.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == The term derives from the Latin ''acidus'', meaning “sour” or...")
13:1613:16, 18 August 2025 Yarra Valley (hist | edit) [3,341 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Yarra Valley''' is a wine region in Victoria, Australia, situated to the north-east of Melbourne. It is recognised as one of the country’s leading cool-climate regions, known particularly for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir as well as innovative styles of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> == Background == Viticulture in the Yar...")
13:1213:12, 18 August 2025 Umbria (hist | edit) [2,939 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Umbria''' is a landlocked region in central Italy that has a long history of viticulture and produces wines noted for their diversity of style and reliance on both indigenous and international grape varieties. Although less internationally recognised than neighbouring Tuscany, Umbria has gained prominence for distinctive wines such as Montefalco Sagrantino and Orvieto.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-01...")
13:0613:06, 18 August 2025 Raw material (hist | edit) [3,045 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Raw material''' in winemaking refers primarily to the grapes that form the basis of wine, but may also include additional substances used to adjust or supplement the must during vinification. Grapes provide the fermentable sugars, organic acids, water and phenolic compounds that collectively determine the balance, flavour and structure of the finished product.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705...")
12:5912:59, 18 August 2025 Piedmont (hist | edit) [3,668 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Piedmont''' (Italian: Piemonte [pjeˈmonte]) is a major wine-producing region in north-western Italy. Surrounded by the Alps to the north and west and the Apennines to the south, it is noted for its diverse terroirs and distinctive wines. The region is especially associated with Nebbiolo-based appellations, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, which have contributed to its international reputation.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wi...")
12:5012:50, 18 August 2025 Prosecco (hist | edit) [3,500 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Prosecco''' is an Italian sparkling wine primarily produced in the regions of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia. It is made chiefly from the Glera grape, which until 2009 was also commonly referred to as Prosecco.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> Known for its light, fresh and approachable style, Prosecco has become one of the most widely consumed sparkling wines worldwide....")
11:4311:43, 18 August 2025 Mosel (hist | edit) [3,683 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Mosel''' is one of the most renowned wine regions of Germany, situated along the Mosel River and its tributaries, the Saar and Ruwer. The region is celebrated for its steep slate vineyards and its distinctive expression of Riesling, producing wines of high acidity, delicate fruit, and remarkable ageing potential.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == Vitic...")
11:3411:34, 18 August 2025 Canada (hist | edit) [3,793 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Canada''' is a wine-producing country in North America whose modern industry is concentrated in the provinces of Ontario and British Columbia. Despite its northerly latitude, the combination of moderating lakes, diverse soils and innovations in cool-climate viticulture has enabled the production of internationally recognised table wines and the development of Ice wine, a style that has become a national speciality.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Comp...")
11:2911:29, 18 August 2025 Appellation (hist | edit) [8,707 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Appellation''' (/ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/; from the French *appellation*, meaning "naming" or "designation") is a term in viticulture and wine law that denotes a legally defined and protected geographical indication used to identify where the grapes for a wine were grown. The system establishes boundaries and regulations that connect a wine’s identity to its place of origin, governing permitted grape varieties, vineyard practices, and winemaking methods.<ref>...")
11:1611:16, 18 August 2025 Wine classification (hist | edit) [6,207 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Wine classification''' refers to the systems and regulations used to categorise wines according to their origin, quality, style, or production method. These frameworks, often codified in wine law, aim to protect authenticity, safeguard regional identity, and provide guidance to consumers. While approaches differ between the Old World and New World, classification remains central to how wines are marketed, traded, and understood within the global i...")
10:5510:55, 18 August 2025 Ice wine (hist | edit) [3,294 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Ice wine''' (German: ''Eiswein'', [ˈaɪ̯sˌvaɪ̯n]) is a style of dessert wine produced from grapes that have naturally frozen on the vine. The technique originated in Germany during the late 18th century and has since been adopted in Austria, Canada, and other cool-climate regions.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == The essential principle of ice wine...")
10:4610:46, 18 August 2025 Americas (hist | edit) [2,212 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Americas''' (/əˈmɛrɪkəz/) refers, in the context of wine, to the combined regions of North America and South America, both of which form an important part of the so-called New World of wine. Together they account for a significant share of global wine production and export markets.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> == Background == Viticulture across the Am...")
10:4210:42, 18 August 2025 South America (hist | edit) [3,971 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''South America''' is a significant wine-producing continent, with Argentina and Chile among the largest global exporters and Uruguay and Brazil contributing distinct regional identities.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> Viticulture has expanded across varied climates, from the high-altitude vineyards of the Andes to the humid plains of southern Brazil....")
10:3610:36, 18 August 2025 North America (hist | edit) [3,456 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''North America''' is a significant wine-producing continent, encompassing the United States, Canada and Mexico. While its global reputation is most closely associated with California, the continent as a whole displays a remarkable variety of climates, grape varieties and winemaking traditions.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref> == Origins of viticulture == North A...")
10:2510:25, 18 August 2025 Fortified wine (hist | edit) [3,384 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Fortified wine''' is a category of wine to which a distilled grape spirit, usually brandy, has been added. The process of fortification increases alcohol content, influences sweetness levels, and contributes to the longevity of the wine, making these styles distinctive within global viticulture and trade.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == The origins of fortified wine are...")
10:2010:20, 18 August 2025 Barossa Valley (hist | edit) [3,545 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Barossa Valley''' (/bəˈrɒsə ˈvæli/) is a major wine-producing region in South Australia, internationally recognised for its full-bodied Shiraz and long viticultural heritage. It lies northeast of Adelaide and is regarded as one of the country’s most historically significant and stylistically distinctive regions<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019, ISBN 978-1784724030.</ref>. == Historical ba...")
10:0710:07, 18 August 2025 Alsace (hist | edit) [4,191 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Alsace''' (/ælˈsæs/; French: [alzas]) is a wine region in north-eastern France, situated along the Rhine River between the Vosges Mountains and the German border. It is distinguished by its aromatic white wines, unique history of alternating French and German influence, and a complex patchwork of soils that contribute to highly varied styles.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, p. 21.</ref> == H...")
09:4709:47, 18 August 2025 Rhône Valley (hist | edit) [4,131 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Rhône Valley''' (French: Vallée du Rhône [valɛ dy ʁon]) is a major wine region in southeastern France, extending along the Rhône River from Lyon to Avignon. It is one of the country’s most diverse viticultural areas, encompassing both continental and Mediterranean climates, and is traditionally divided into the Northern Rhône and Southern Rhône.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019,...")
09:4309:43, 18 August 2025 Loire Valley (hist | edit) [4,978 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Loire Valley''' (/lwaʁ va.lɛ/) is a major wine region of France, stretching along the course of the Loire River from the Atlantic coast to the central highlands. It is one of the most diverse viticultural areas in the country, producing a wide range of styles from crisp whites and structured reds to rosés, sparkling wines, and noble sweet wines.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford...")
09:3009:30, 18 August 2025 Portugal (hist | edit) [4,159 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Portugal''' (/ˈpɔːtjʊɡəl/) is a historic wine-producing country in southwestern Europe, recognised for its long tradition of viticulture and the diversity of its grape varieties. Its wines range from internationally renowned fortified styles such as Port wine and Madeira wine to distinctive still reds and whites produced across varied regions.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'',...")
09:1209:12, 18 August 2025 Maceration (hist | edit) [3,458 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Maceration''' (/ˌmæsəˈreɪʃən/) in winemaking refers to the process by which grape solids such as skins, seeds, and occasionally stems remain in contact with the juice or fermenting must. The term derives from the Latin *macerare*, meaning “to soften by soaking”. Maceration is central to the production of red wines and contributes to colour, flavour, aroma, and tannic structure.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford Un...")

18:2218:22, 17 August 2025 Full-bodied (hist | edit) [3,523 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Full-bodied''' is a descriptive term in wine tasting used to characterise wines with substantial weight, richness, and intensity on the palate.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> The expression is commonly applied to red wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah, but can also describe certain white wines, including barrel-fermented Chardonnay. It re...")
18:1018:10, 17 August 2025 Winemaking (hist | edit) [4,915 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Winemaking''' refers to the production of wine from cultivated grapes, encompassing the processes that transform harvested fruit into finished wines suitable for consumption. Rooted in ancient agricultural traditions and closely tied to the practice of viticulture, winemaking combines natural fermentation with a range of technical and stylistic decisions that influence a wine’s character, quality, and longevity.<ref>Jackson, ''Wine Sci...")

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"

19 August 2025

18 August 2025

17 August 2025

15 August 2025