Getting the wine to the customer: The wine is then distributed to retailers and restaurants for customers to purchase and enjoy.
The history of wine-making stretches over millennia. The science of wine and winemaking is known as oenology. Winemaking or vinification is the production of wine, starting with the selection of the fruit, its fermentation into alcohol, and the bottling of the finished liquid.
There are five basic stages or steps to making wine: harvesting, crushing and pressing, fermentation, clarification, and then aging and bottling. Undoubtedly, one can find endless deviations and variations along the way.
In the vineyard and winery two passions come beautifully together: wine and agriculture. Cultivating a vineyard and olive grove and managing a winery are both very rewarding experiences, but it requires proper planning and knowledge.
Vineyard management
The first step is choosing the right location for the vineyard and olive grove. The ideal spot would be a place that has good drainage, plenty of sunlight and just the right amount of moisture. The soil should be tested to confirm its composition and compatibility with the grape and olive varieties to be grown.
Harvesting
Harvesting at the right time: The grapes are harvested at the peak of ripeness, typically in August and September.
The grapes are hand-picked to ensure only the best quality fruit is used for winemaking.
Vinivication
Turning grapes into wine: Once the grapes have been harvested, they are brought to the winery for vinification. This process includes crushing the grapes,
fermentation, and aging the wine.
Ripening
Aging to perfection
The wine is then aged in tanks or barrels to develop its unique flavours and aromas. The length of time the wine is aged varies depending on the type of wine being made.
Bottling
Putting the final touches on the wine: Once the wine has reached its desired maturity, it is bottled and prepared for distribution.
Distribution & logistics
Selling the wine
Enjoying the fruits of the winemaker’s labor: The end goal of the winemaking process is for customers to enjoy the wine, and for the winemaker to receive recognition and financial gain for their hard work and dedication.
