Extended Maceration
Process extended maceration skin contact tannins wine complexity
Definition
A winemaking process where grape skins remain in contact with the juice for a prolonged period, enhancing color, tannins, and flavor complexity.
Historical Context
Extended maceration has been practiced traditionally in regions like Georgia and has been adopted by modern winemakers to produce distinctive wine styles.
Further Reading
Related Terms
Maceration
The process of leaving grape juice in contact with grape skins, seeds, and stems during...
Skin Contact
Period during which grape skins remain in contact with juice/wine, extracting tannins, color...
Kakhetian Method
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