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Reference articles on vintages, winemaking, sulfites, and the world of wine. Original first-party content.

wine regions A Quick Trip Around the World of Wine Wine flavors vary dramatically by region and country. Here's a brief tour of the major wine-producing nations and what makes each one… winemaking From Vine to Wine: How Wine Is Made The journey from grapes on the vine to wine in the glass involves a precise sequence of steps — each one shaping the final flavor. winemaking Sulfites in Wine Sulfites are one of the most talked-about topics in wine. Here's what they actually are, why they're used, and what the science says about… wine basics Understanding Vintage Your wine's vintage tells you which year the grapes were picked — and why that year matters to the taste of the wine.

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