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27 August 2025

  • 14:3714:37, 27 August 2025 Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) (hist | edit) [3,150 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Denominación de Origen Calificada''' (DOCa, Spanish pronunciation: [denominaˈθjon de oˈrixen kalifiˈkaða]) is the highest quality classification within Spain’s system of Denominación de Origen (DO). It designates wine regions recognised for consistent excellence, strict production standards, and long-established reputation.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The DOCa categor...")
  • 14:3014:30, 27 August 2025 Cornas (hist | edit) [2,984 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Cornas''' (French pronunciation: [kɔʁ.nas]) is a French appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) located in the Northern Rhône valley, devoted exclusively to red wines made from Syrah. It is among the smallest Rhône appellations but is renowned for producing some of the region’s most powerful and long-lived wines.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The name Cornas is...")
  • 14:2614:26, 27 August 2025 Complexity (hist | edit) [2,926 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Complexity''' in wine refers to the perception of multiple, interacting sensory elements that create depth and interest during tasting. It is a quality often associated with fine wines and is considered an important factor in wine evaluation, though it is inherently subjective.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The concept of complexity has been central to wine appreciation since antiquit...")
  • 14:0014:00, 27 August 2025 Cinsault (hist | edit) [3,058 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Cinsault''' (French pronunciation: [sɛ̃.so]) is a red grape variety traditionally grown in the southern Rhône Valley and Languedoc, and widely planted across the Mediterranean. Known for its heat tolerance and productivity, it is valued both as a blending grape and for its role in fresh, perfumed rosés.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == Cinsault is believed to have o...")
  • 13:5313:53, 27 August 2025 China (hist | edit) [3,376 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''China''' is both an ancient producer of fermented beverages, such as rice wine, and a rapidly growing modern producer and consumer of grape wine. Today, it stands among the largest global markets for imported wine, while domestic viticulture has expanded significantly since the late 20th century.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == Fermented drinks have a long history in China, with rice-base...")
  • 13:4413:44, 27 August 2025 Campania (hist | edit) [3,743 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Campania''' is a major wine-producing region in southern Italy, noted for its volcanic soils, historic viticultural heritage, and distinctive native grape varieties. The region is particularly associated with the red Aglianico and the whites Fiano, Greco, and Falanghina.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == Viticulture in Campania dat...")
  • 13:2113:21, 27 August 2025 Brunello di Montalcino (hist | edit) [3,428 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Brunello di Montalcino''' is a prestigious Italian Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) red wine produced around the hill town of Montalcino in southern Tuscany. Made exclusively from the local clone of Sangiovese known as ''Sangiovese Grosso'' or ''Brunello'', it is recognised for its power, longevity, and role as one of Italy’s most acclaimed wines.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University P...")
  • 13:1413:14, 27 August 2025 Bottle ageing (hist | edit) [2,800 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Bottle ageing''' refers to the maturation of wine in glass bottles after fermentation and initial cellar ageing in tank, vat, or barrel. It represents a key stage in the development of fine wines, allowing gradual chemical and sensory evolution under controlled conditions.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The practice of ageing wine in bottle became more common with the wides...")
  • 12:1712:17, 27 August 2025 Botrytis cinerea (hist | edit) [2,811 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Botrytis cinerea''' is a fungal pathogen affecting grapevines, best known for its dual role in viticulture as both a destructive agent of grey rot and a beneficial agent in the form of noble rot (French: ''pourriture noble''), which is essential for the production of many of the world’s most celebrated sweet wines.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == Botrytis cinerea is a...")
  • 12:0712:07, 27 August 2025 Vine cultivation (hist | edit) [2,839 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Vine cultivation''' refers to the agricultural practices involved in growing grapevines for wine production. It encompasses the selection of vineyard sites, vine training, canopy management, and soil and water management, all of which influence grape quality and yield.<ref>Winkler, Cook, Kliewer & Lider, ''General Viticulture'', University of California Press, 1974.</ref> == Background == Grapevine cultivation has been practised for thousand...")
  • 12:0212:02, 27 August 2025 Structure (hist | edit) [2,360 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Structure''' in wine refers to the perceived balance and interplay of key components such as tannin, acidity, alcohol, and, in some cases, residual sugar. It is a critical element in professional tasting, influencing a wine’s texture, ageing potential, and overall harmony.<ref>Peynaud, ''The Taste of Wine: The Art and Science of Wine Appreciation'', Wiley, 1996.</ref> == Background == The concept of structure has been central to wine evaluatio...")
  • 11:5611:56, 27 August 2025 South Australia (hist | edit) [4,572 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''South Australia''' is the largest and most important wine-producing state in Australia, accounting for the majority of the country’s vineyard plantings and wine exports.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> It combines high-volume production zones with historic fine wine regions, many of which are celebrated internationally for their distinctive styles. == Background == Viticulture in South A...")
  • 11:4411:44, 27 August 2025 Pyrenees (hist | edit) [4,670 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Pyrenees''' (wine) refers to the viticultural regions situated along the Pyrenees mountain range, which forms the natural border between France and Spain. Although not a single appellation, the Pyrenees encompass diverse wine-growing areas shaped by altitude, varied climates, and centuries of cultural exchange. The wines of the region are known for their distinctive mountain character and a balance of tradition and innovation.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford...")
  • 11:2711:27, 27 August 2025 Muscadelle (hist | edit) [2,701 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Muscadelle''' is a white grape variety most closely associated with Bordeaux, where it is permitted in both dry and sweet wine production. Despite its name, it is unrelated to the Muscat family of grapes. Muscadelle is valued for its aromatic contribution, though it generally plays a minor role in blends.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The precise origins of Muscadelle ar...")
  • 11:1911:19, 27 August 2025 Ampelography (hist | edit) [3,149 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Ampelography''' (from the Greek ''ampelos'', “vine”, and ''graphein'', “to write”) is the field of botany devoted to the identification and classification of grape varieties. It is a foundational discipline within viticulture, providing the means to distinguish among the thousands of cultivated and wild grapevines used in winemaking.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == Amp...")
  • 10:2010:20, 27 August 2025 Alluvial (soil) (hist | edit) [3,378 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Alluvial soils''' are soils formed by the deposition of sediments through rivers, streams, and flooding events. In viticulture, they are notable for their heterogeneity, providing a wide range of conditions that can strongly influence vine growth and wine style.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> These soils are found in many of the world’s important wine regions, often along valley floors and f...")
  • 10:1510:15, 27 August 2025 Viognier (hist | edit) [5,012 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Viognier''' (French pronunciation: [vjɔɲje]) is an aromatic white grape variety most closely associated with the northern Rhône Valley in France, particularly the Condrieu appellation. Known for its distinctive floral and stone-fruit aromas, it has become an important variety internationally, producing both varietal wines and blends. Although historically close to extinction, Viognier has seen a revival since the late 20th century and is now cul...")
  • 10:0610:06, 27 August 2025 Sweet wine (hist | edit) [4,447 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Sweet wine''' is a style of wine characterised by a significant level of residual sugar, retained either through natural grape ripening or specific winemaking techniques. Sweet wines have been produced since antiquity and remain highly valued in both traditional European regions and the New World.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Definition and Categories == The sweetness of wine is de...")
  • 09:5809:58, 27 August 2025 Roussanne (hist | edit) [3,035 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Roussanne''' is a white grape variety originating in the Rhône Valley of France. It is one of the key white grapes of the region, valued for producing aromatic wines with structure, freshness, and notable ageing capacity.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == The name "Roussanne" derives from the French word ''roux'' (russet), referring to the reddish-gold colo...")

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25 August 2025

  • 17:3517:35, 25 August 2025 Rías Baixas (hist | edit) [3,477 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Rías Baixas''' (IPA: [ˈrias ˈβajʃas]) is a Spanish wine region with Denominación de Origen Protegida (DOP) status, located in Galicia along the country’s north-western Atlantic coast. It is best known for white wines based on the Albariño grape, which has become one of Spain’s most internationally recognised wine styles<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., 2019.</ref>. == Background ==...")
  • 16:0316:03, 25 August 2025 Gran Reserva (hist | edit) [2,510 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Gran Reserva''' is a Spanish wine labelling term that denotes the highest legally defined category of barrel and bottle ageing before release. It is most commonly associated with regions such as Rioja and Ribera del Duero, and indicates a wine produced only in vintages deemed of sufficient quality.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The concept of extended agein...")
  • 15:5915:59, 25 August 2025 Geographical Indications (GI) (hist | edit) [3,527 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Geographical Indications (GI)''' are legal designations that link a product, including wine, to a specific geographical origin where its quality, reputation, or characteristics are essentially attributable to that location<ref>World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), “Geographical Indications”, wipo.int.</ref>. In the context of wine, GIs protect the connection between a region’s terroir, human practices, and the distinctiveness of the wines prod...")
  • 15:5415:54, 25 August 2025 Garonne (hist | edit) [3,420 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Garonne''' (French pronunciation: [ɡaʁɔn]) is a major river in south-western France whose course and influence have been central to the development of the Bordeaux wine region. Flowing from the Spanish Pyrenees through Toulouse and Bordeaux before joining the Dordogne to form the Gironde estuary, the river has shaped viticulture, trade, and the identity of the region’s wines for centuries.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'...")
  • 15:0615:06, 25 August 2025 Galicia (hist | edit) [4,668 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Galicia''' (Galician: Galicia, [ɡaˈliθja]) is an autonomous community in north-west Spain with a long history of viticulture. Known for its cool, Atlantic climate, the region has developed a distinctive wine identity based on indigenous grape varieties and five recognised Denominaciones de Origen (DO). Galicia has become especially noted for its white wines, which stand in contrast to the warmer, drier regions of inland Spain.<ref>Joh...")
  • 14:5414:54, 25 August 2025 Finger Lakes (hist | edit) [3,376 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Finger Lakes''' is a wine region located in upstate New York, United States, recognised as one of the country’s leading areas for cool-climate viticulture.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., 2019.</ref> The name refers to a series of long, narrow glacial lakes which exert a moderating influence on the regional climate. The area is best known for its aromatic white wines, particularly Riesling, though a wide range of varieties are culti...")
  • 14:4614:46, 25 August 2025 Estate bottling (hist | edit) [3,460 bytes] Winosaur (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Estate bottling''' refers to a labelling term used in the wine industry to indicate that a wine has been both grown and vinified on the same estate or property. The designation is intended to assure consumers of a close link between terroir, vineyard management and winemaking practices<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref>. == Background == The concept of estate bottling developed in response to g...")
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