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• 14:51, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Provence (Created page with "'''Provence''' is a wine region in south-eastern France, known above all for its production of rosé wines. It extends from the Mediterranean coast inland to the foothills of the Alps and is among the oldest continuously cultivated viticultural areas in Europe<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref>. == Historical background == Viticulture in Provence dates back to at least the 6th...")
• 14:44, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Phenolic compounds (Created page with "'''Phenolic compounds''' are a diverse group of chemical substances in wine derived primarily from grape skins, seeds, stems, and from contact with oak during ageing<ref>Jackson, ''Wine Science: Principles and Applications'', 5th ed., Academic Press, 2020.</ref>. They play a central role in defining the sensory qualities, stability, and ageing potential of wines. == Background == Phenolic compounds are secondary metabolites of plants...")
• 14:40, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Oak barrel (Created page with "'''Oak barrel''' is a wooden vessel traditionally made from oak (genus ''Quercus''), widely used in the storage and maturation of wine. Its adoption has shaped both the flavour and style of wines across centuries, making it one of the most significant tools in winemaking.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The use of oak barrels for wine dates back to the Roman era, when the...")
• 14:33, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Oak barrels (Redirected page to Oak barrel) Tag: New redirect
• 14:25, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Wine regions (Redirected page to Wine region) Tag: New redirect
• 14:25, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Soils (Redirected page to Soil) Tag: New redirect
• 14:25, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Terroirs (Redirected page to Terroir) Tag: New redirect
• 14:25, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page American Viticultural Areas (AVA) (Created page with "'''American Viticultural Areas''' (commonly abbreviated as '''AVA''') are legally defined wine-growing regions in the United States, established to identify distinct geographical origins of wine. The system is administered by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) and provides a framework for labelling and marketing American wines.<ref>Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), "American Viticultural Areas", ttb.gov/wine/american-viticultural-are...")
• 14:19, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Gamay (Created page with "'''Gamay''' (/ɡæˈmeɪ/) is a red grape variety primarily associated with the Beaujolais region of France. Its name derives from the village of Gamay, near Beaune in Burgundy, where the grape was documented in the 14th century<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012, p. 392.</ref>. While once grown more widely in Burgundy, it became closely linked with Beaujolais after restrictions imposed in favour of Pinot Noir...")
• 14:15, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Rhône (Created page with "'''Rhône''' (/roʊn/) is one of the major wine-producing regions of France, taking its name from the Rhône River. It is divided into the Northern and Southern Rhône, which differ markedly in climate, topography and wine style. The Rhône is considered a cornerstone of French viticulture and has exerted strong influence on international winemaking traditions.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University...")
• 14:09, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Rioja (Created page with "'''Rioja''' (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈrjoxa]) is Spain’s most famous wine region, located in the north of the country along the upper Ebro valley. The name derives from the river Oja, a tributary of the Ebro, which flows through the region.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> Rioja was the first Spanish region to be awarded the classification of Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) in 19...")
• 14:01, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Andes (Created page with "'''Andes''' (/ˈændiːz/; Spanish: Andes) is the longest continental mountain range in the world and a defining feature of viticulture in South America. Stretching over 7,000 kilometres along the western edge of the continent, the Andes provide the altitude, climate moderation, and water resources that underpin modern wine production in countries such as Chile and Argentina.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., 2019.</ref> == Ba...")
• 13:57, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Amphorae (Created page with "'''Amphorae''' (/ˈæmfərə/; from the Greek ἀμφορεύς, ''amphoreús'', meaning "two-handled vessel") were ceramic containers widely used in antiquity for the storage and transport of wine. Their distinctive form and long history make them one of the most important artefacts in the development of viticulture and the wine trade.<ref>McGovern, ''Ancient Wine: The Search for the Origins of Viniculture'', Princeton University Press, 2003.</ref> == His...")
• 13:05, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Brazil (Created page with "'''Brazil''' (/brəˈzɪl/) is the largest country in South America and, while better known for coffee and sugarcane, it has developed a notable wine industry. Viticulture is concentrated in the south of the country, where European settlers introduced vines in the 16th century and expanded production during the 19th century with Italian immigration.<ref>Tonietto & Falcade, ''Viticultura e enologia no Brasil: uma abordagem histórica e tecnológica'', Embr...")
• 12:56, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Drainage (Created page with "'''Drainage''' in viticulture refers to the ability of vineyard soils to remove excess water, either naturally or through artificial means. Adequate drainage is considered an essential component of terroir, influencing vine growth, grape ripening and ultimately wine quality<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref>. == Background == Awareness of soil water management has been central to viticulture s...")
• 12:52, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Garnacha (Created page with "'''Garnacha''' (Spanish: [ɡaɾˈnatʃa]) is a widely planted red grape variety originating in north-eastern Spain, where it has long been associated with regions such as Aragón and Navarra.<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012.</ref> Known internationally as Grenache, it has spread across Europe and the New World, valued for its adaptability and role in both varietal and blended wines. == Background ==...")
• 12:48, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Graves (Created page with "'''Graves''' is a wine district in the Bordeaux region of south-western France, noted for producing both red and white wines. The name derives from the gravel-rich soils that define the area and influence its viticulture.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The term "Graves" comes from the French word for gravel, reflecting the stony terrain left by anci...")
• 12:42, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Greece (Created page with "'''Greece''' (Greek: Ελλάδα, Elláda) is a wine-producing country in south-eastern Europe with one of the longest continuous traditions of Viticulture in the world. The country’s diverse climate, varied soils and wealth of native grape varieties have contributed to a distinctive wine culture that combines ancient heritage with modern production. == Historical background == {{Main|Wine in antiquity}} Viticulture in Greece dates back thousand...")
• 10:45, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Irrigation (Created page with "'''Irrigation''' in viticulture refers to the artificial supply of water to vineyards in order to influence vine growth, grape ripening and wine quality. The practice has been shaped both by environmental necessity and by regional regulations, with differing attitudes between traditional European regions and newer wine-producing areas.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The use of irrig...")
• 10:42, 22 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Languedoc (Created page with "'''Languedoc''' (/lɑ̃ɡ.dɔk/) is a major wine-producing region in southern France, stretching from the Rhône delta to the Pyrenees. Once associated largely with mass production, it has undergone significant transformation towards quality-focused viticulture in the late 20th and early 21st centuries<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref>. == Historical context == Viticulture in the Languedoc has root...")
• 23:30, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Lombardy (Created page with "'''Lombardy''' (Italian: ''Lombardia'', [lomˈbardja]) is a major wine region in northern Italy. It is best known for producing the traditional method sparkling wines of Franciacorta, the Alpine reds of Valtellina, and a wide range of styles from the Oltrepò Pavese area. The region’s vineyards benefit from diverse landscapes, ranging from Alpine terraces to the plains of the River Po.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The Wor...")
• 23:25, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Oregon (Created page with "'''Oregon''' is a wine-producing state in the north-western United States, noted particularly for its cool-climate Pinot noir. Viticulture has expanded significantly since the late twentieth century, and the state has established a reputation for distinctive wines shaped by its diverse geography and climate.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019.</ref> == Background == Commercial vine growing in Oregon remai...")
• 23:17, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Pressing (Created page with "'''Pressing''' in winemaking refers to the mechanical extraction of juice or wine from grapes, a process that plays a central role in shaping both yield and style.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> It follows either the crushing or fermentation stage, depending on whether white or red wines are being produced. == Background == The origins of pressing date back to antiqui...")
• 23:12, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Pruning (Created page with "'''Pruning''' in viticulture refers to the deliberate removal of parts of the grapevine, primarily shoots and canes, to regulate growth and optimise fruit production. The practice has been fundamental to vineyard management since antiquity, shaping both the productivity and longevity of vines.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == Pruning developed alongside the domestication of...")
• 23:07, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Sonoma County (Created page with "'''Sonoma County''' is a major wine-producing region in northern California, located immediately west of Napa Valley and extending from the Pacific coast inland to the Mayacamas Mountains. The county is noted for its diversity of microclimates and grape varieties, making it one of the most varied viticultural areas in the United States.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019.</ref> == Background == Viti...")
• 16:04, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Switzerland (Created page with "'''Switzerland''' (IPA: /ˈswɪtsələnd/), known in French as ''Suisse'', German as ''Schweiz'' and Italian as ''Svizzera'', is a wine-producing country in Central Europe. Despite its modest vineyard area, the country has a long history of viticulture and produces distinctive wines shaped by Alpine geography and diverse cultural influences.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == History == Vitic...")
• 15:57, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Asti (Created page with "'''Asti''' (/ˈæsti/; Italian: [ˈasti]) is a sparkling wine from the Piedmont region of north-western Italy, produced primarily from the Moscato Bianco grape. It is protected under Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) status and is one of Italy’s most widely recognised sweet sparkling wines.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015.</ref> == Background == The town of Asti and its surro...")
• 15:53, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Albariño (Created page with "'''Albariño''' (Galician: [alβaˈɾiɲo]; Portuguese: *Alvarinho*) is a white grape variety native to north-western Iberia, cultivated mainly in Galicia (Spain) and northern Portugal. It is recognised for producing aromatic wines with marked acidity and is considered one of the most distinctive grapes of the Atlantic wine regions of the Iberian Peninsula.<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012.</ref> == Bac...")
• 15:49, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Bordeaux wine (Redirected page to Bordeaux) Tag: New redirect
• 15:46, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Barsac (Created page with "'''Barsac''' (French pronunciation: [baʁ.sak]) is a commune and an appellation in the Bordeaux region of south-western France. It is particularly known for its sweet white wines produced from grapes affected by noble rot. Barsac belongs to the Graves section of Bordeaux and shares many viticultural conditions with the neighbouring Sauternes appellation.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University...")
• 15:43, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Carménère (Created page with "'''Carménère''' (/kaʁ.me.nɛʁ/) is a red grape variety originally from the Bordeaux region of France, now most closely associated with Chile. The name derives from the French word ''carmin'' (crimson), in reference to the deep red colour of its foliage in autumn.<ref>Robinson, Harding & Vouillamoz, ''Wine Grapes'', HarperCollins, 2012.</ref> == Background == Carménère was historically one of the six red varieties permitted in Bordeaux blend...")
• 15:38, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Emilia-Romagna (Created page with "'''Emilia-Romagna''' (/eˈmiːljə roʊˈmɑːnjə/) is a major wine-producing region of northern Italy, extending from the Po Valley to the Adriatic coast. Known for its diverse geography and dual cultural identity, the region encompasses both Emilia, famed for sparkling Lambrusco, and Romagna, noted for Sangiovese and Albana wines.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019.</ref> == Background == Vitic...")
• 15:33, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Caucasus (Created page with "'''Caucasus''' (/ˈkɔːkəsəs/) is a geographical region situated between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, recognised as one of the earliest cradles of wine production. Archaeological and historical evidence indicates that vine cultivation and winemaking were established here thousands of years ago, making the Caucasus central to the origins of viticulture.<ref>McGovern, ''Ancient Wine: The Search for the Origins of Viniculture'', Princeton University...")
• 15:29, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Douro Valley (Created page with "'''Douro Valley''' (Portuguese: [ˈdo(w)ɾu]) is a major wine region in northern Portugal, internationally renowned as the home of Port wine. It follows the Douro River from the Spanish border to the city of Porto, with steeply terraced vineyards that have shaped its identity for centuries.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019.</ref> == Background == The Douro Valley is considered one of the oldest demarc...")
• 15:24, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Grenache Blanc (Created page with "'''Grenache Blanc''' (/ɡrəˈnɑːʃ blɑ̃/), known in Spanish as ''Garnacha Blanca'', is a white grape variety closely related to the red Grenache (Garnacha) family. It is widely cultivated in southern France and north-eastern Spain, producing both varietal wines and blends. == Background == Grenache Blanc originated as a mutation of Grenache Noir, most likely in Spain, before spreading across the western Mediterranean<ref>Robinson, Hardin...")
• 15:19, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Grüner Veltliner (Created page with "'''Grüner Veltliner''' (/ˈɡryːnɐ ˈfɛltliːnɐ/; German for “green Veltliner”) is a white grape variety regarded as the flagship of Austrian viticulture. The variety accounts for a significant share of the country’s vineyard plantings and is particularly associated with the regions along the Danube such as Wachau, Kamptal and Kremstal.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-019...")
• 15:09, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Mendoza (Created page with "'''Mendoza''' is the largest and most significant wine-producing region in Argentina, located on the eastern side of the Andes mountains. The region accounts for around two-thirds of Argentina’s vineyard plantings and is internationally renowned for its association with Malbec wines.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019.</ref> == Background == Viticulture in Mendoza dates back to the 16th century,...")
• 15:07, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Marlborough (Created page with "'''Marlborough''' is the largest and most internationally recognised wine region in New Zealand, located at the north-eastern tip of the South Island. It is particularly renowned for its distinctive style of Sauvignon Blanc, which has become emblematic of the country’s global wine reputation.<ref>Johnson & Robinson, ''The World Atlas of Wine'', 8th ed., Mitchell Beazley, 2019.</ref> == Background == Commercial viticulture in Marlborough began in th...")
• 15:02, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP) (Created page with "'''Indication Géographique Protégée''' (French pronunciation: ​[ɛ̃dikasjɔ̃ ʒeogʁafik pʁɔteʒe]; literally "protected geographical indication"), abbreviated as '''IGP''', is a European Union classification for wines that identifies a product as originating from a specific region with qualities or reputation linked to that area. It forms part of the EU’s system of geographical indications, alongside Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), and provides rec...")
• 14:57, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page American Viticultural Area (Redirected page to American Viticultural Areas (AVA)) Tag: New redirect
• 14:53, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Alcohol (Created page with "'''Alcohol''' in wine refers primarily to ethanol, the product of fermentation when yeasts convert grape sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide. It is a defining component of wine, influencing its stability, style, and sensory properties.<ref>Jackson, ''Wine Science: Principles and Applications'', 5th ed., Academic Press, 2020, ISBN 978-0128161180.</ref> == Background == The word derives from the Arabic ''al-kuḥl'', later adopte...")
• 14:46, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Denominación de Origen (DO) (Created page with "'''Denominación de Origen''' (Spanish pronunciation: [denominiˈθjon de oˈɾixen], "designation of origin") is the principal classification system for quality wines in Spain. It regulates production through geographic delimitation and strict standards of viticulture and winemaking.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> == Background == The origins of the Denominación de Ori...")
• 14:42, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Denominación de Origen (Redirected page to Denominación de Origen (DO)) Tag: New redirect
• 14:40, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Body (Created page with "'''Body''' in wine refers to the overall weight, fullness, and mouth-coating impression of a wine, often described as its sense of “heaviness” on the palate.<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, ISBN 978-0198705383.</ref> It is one of the principal descriptors used in wine tasting, influenced by alcohol, extract, tannins, glycerol, and other structural components.<ref>Peynaud, ''The Taste of Wine: The Art and Scienc...")
• 14:40, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Grapevine (Created page with "'''Grapevine''' refers to the perennial woody vines of the genus ''Vitis'', of which ''Vitis vinifera'' is the primary species cultivated for wine production worldwide.<ref>Jackson, ''Wine Science: Principles and Applications'', 5th ed., Academic Press, 2020, ISBN 978-0128161180.</ref> The grapevine provides the fruit that forms the basis of viticulture and winemaking, with its biology, growth, and management directly influencing wine quality. == Backgro...")
• 14:31, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Grapevines (Redirected page to Grapevine) Tag: New redirect
• 14:31, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Vine (Redirected page to Grapevine) Tag: New redirect
• 14:30, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Vines (Redirected page to Grapevine) Tag: New redirect
• 14:10, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page INAO (Redirected page to Institut National de l’Origine et de la Qualité (INAO)) Tag: New redirect
• 12:15, 21 August 2025 Winosaur talk contribs created page Ancient Greece (Created page with "'''Ancient Greece''' was a formative civilisation in the history of wine, establishing practices of viticulture, trade, and cultural use that shaped the Mediterranean and beyond. Wine in Greece held social, religious, and economic significance, and many of its traditions influenced later Roman and European developments.<ref>Phillips, ''A Short History of Wine'', HarperCollins, 2000, pp. 27–38, ISBN 978-0066212821.</ref> == Background == Viticulture in Ancient Gree...")