What is Wine?
Wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes. Yeast converts the sugars in grape juice into ethanol and carbon dioxide, releasing heat in the process — a practice dating back over 8,000 years.
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GRAPE VARIETIES
WINE TYPES
WINE PAIRINGS
WINE BASICS
Four main types
Red
Made from dark-skinned grapes. Rich, bold, tannic.
White
Made from green or yellow grapes. Light and crisp.
Rosé
Brief contact with grape skins. Fruity and refreshing.
Sparkling
Contains CO₂ bubbles. Festive and lively.
How wine is made
Wine is made by fermenting crushed grapes using natural or added yeast. During fermentation, the sugars in the grapes turn into alcohol and carbon dioxide. The liquid is then separated, filtered, and sometimes aged in barrels to develop flavor. Different grape varieties and techniques create different types of wine. The final product is bottled and ready to drink.
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