There’s a quiet villain lurking in every winemaker’s cellar—a force that, if left unchecked, will rob a wine of its vibrant colour, rich aroma, and carefully balanced flavour. Its name? Oxidation Oxidation can be both friend and foe in the winemaking world. During fermentation, controlled oxygen exposure helps unlock complex flavours and build character. [...]

Is tradition compatible with innovation? It is common knowledge that liquid products often result in hesitancy in the wine industry. After generations of traditional practices of harvesting grapes and making wine, resistance towards innovation can be expected. When winemakers were faced with challenges of extreme weather conditions or smoke taint, their harvest season [...]

The challenge of oxidation Wines were known to have traditionally aged over long periods of time before they were popped open and enjoyed. Nowadays, winemakers aren’t afforded that same luxury of time as supply and demand has become more testing. This has resulted in the creation of softer wines that are more vulnerable [...]

The threat of wildfires Winemaking is an art that incorporates various natural elements, and a good climate is upon the most crucial of them all. Research shows that the US has the highest percentage of wildfire occurrences annually, especially in the month of August. With unpredictably dry conditions and the aid of an [...]

The process of winemaking Winemaking can be described with so many romanticized metaphors, such as calling it ‘a dance’ or ‘a journey’. However, winemaking is not an easy process as it’s so often glamorized to be. Instead, winemaking is a complex activity that requires skill. Making an exceptional wine has various fundamental components. [...]