Winemaking Techniques
Learn the art and science of winemaking
The Art of Aging: How Time Transforms Wine into Magic
Wine aging isn't just about stashing bottles in a cellar and hoping for the best – though that's certainly part of the fun. The maturation process begins the...
Blending & Finishing: The Winemaker's Final Seduction
Right then, lovelies—we've made it to the absolute pinnacle of winemaking. The grapes have been picked, fermented, and aged. The wine's been babied...
The Science of Fermentation: Where Magic Meets Chemistry
Right then, darlings, let's talk about the most brilliant bit of alchemy in the wine world: fermentation. It's the moment when humble grape juice...
The Art of Red Wine Production: From Grape to Glass
Right, let's start with the basics, shall we? The question I get asked more than "Will you marry me?" (cheeky wink) is: what actually makes red wine red?...
Rosé & Orange Wine: The Cheeky Rebels of the Wine World
Right then, let's get one thing absolutely straight: rosé is NOT simply white wine with a bit of red wine splashed in (though I've seen that crime...
The Sparkling Wine Production Methods: From Champagne Bubbles to Prosecco Fizz
Right then, let's talk bubbles. Not just any bubbles—we're talking about those gorgeous, tiny, persistent little spheres of carbon dioxide that transform...
Viticulture: The Art & Science of Growing Brilliant Wine Grapes
Before a single vine goes in the ground, viticulturists face the most critical decision of all: where to plant. And no, you can't just stick Pinot Noir...
The Delicate Dance of White Wine Production
Right then, let's talk about white winemaking, shall we? While your average punter might think it's simply "red wine without the skins," making...
From Grape to Glass: The Complete Winemaking Journey
Right then, darlings, let's talk about the absolutely fascinating journey your wine takes from sun-soaked vineyard to that gorgeous glass in your hand. Now, I...