...In The Beginning
Wine is simply fermented grape juice. The natural yeast
on the grape skins convert to sugar in the juice to
alcohol.
The basic chemistry is simple, but... more
The production of wines includes two
main steps. The first is called viticulture which is the
process of growing the grapes.
The second is called vinification which is the process
of transforming... more
How a vine is trained depends on several
different factors. The vineyard, yield required and the
climate affect how a vine is trained.
Some vines are trained low so they will be aided by... more
On special occasions when friends and
relatives visit your home, you may wish to offer them a
glass of fine wine.
This is an excellent way to show hospitality and good
taste. Before serving... more
The location of a vineyard will have a
significant influence on its productivity. Vines grown
on a mountain are known for their small crops.
Achieving two or three tons per acre for a vineyard on a
... more
