traditional winemaking techniques

Traditional winemaking involves harvesting ripe grapes, crushing them to extract juice, and fermenting this juice with natural or added yeast. During fermentation, sugars convert to alcohol, developing flavors. The wine is then aged in barrels or tanks to deepen its taste. Winemakers often use manual methods, such as stomping grapes or gentle pressing, and may refrain from adding artificial chemicals. The process emphasizes natural fermentation, careful monitoring, and aging to produce characterful wines that reflect their vineyard’s terroir—its unique combination of soil, climate, and grape variety.