When examining labels on German wine bottles, one notices a distinctive feature. These wines often display information rarely found on bottles from other countries: terms such as Buntsandstein, Löß, Muschelkalk, and Schiefer. Do you know what these refer …
In contemporary society, many people wish to enjoy good food and beverages while preferring to avoid excessively high prices. Finding something delicious at an affordable price is satisfying, and discovering value beyond the price point is even more grati …
In recent years, global winters have become warmer and summers have turned into periods of extreme heat. Daily life that once considered 30°C hot has shifted to a reality where 40°C is now the standard for hot weather. The terms “global warming” and “clim …
The state of phenolic compounds is one of the most critical considerations in red wine production. The quantity and condition of phenolic compounds in wine profoundly influence its flavor profile. When phenolic compounds are present in insufficient quanti …
Wine can be classified in several ways. One of the most fundamental classifications is based on color. The most representative categories are white wine, red wine, and rosé wine. However, wine color classifications extend beyond these three. Yellow wine ( …
Malolactic fermentation (MLF) is an oenological technique actively employed to reduce wine acidity and impart distinctive aromatic characteristics and nuances. MLF represents one of the microbial-mediated approaches in winemaking, and its appeal as a more …
Sparkling wine is an indispensable element of celebrations and gatherings, extending far beyond Christmas and New Year festivities. The sight of bubbles ascending through a flute glass alone can evoke a sense of festivity in the consumer. Sparkling wine i …
Two essential components are indispensable for winemaking. One is grapes, the raw material. The other is yeast. Yeast is utilized in the production of fermented beverages such as wine, beer, and sake. It is also employed in the fermentation of bread dough …
Among wine professionals, grape varieties have increasingly become a topic of discussion. Grape varieties have long been subjects of debate regarding their relationship to selling prices, compatibility with cultivation regions, and the correlation between …
Recently, a wine glass produced by a renowned Master of Wine (MW) was introduced in Japan, garnering considerable attention. This particular MW has consistently used the same glass for both red and white wines throughout many years of professional practic …
