Extraction

The movement of color, tannin, flavor, and other compounds from grape skins, seeds, and stems into wine.

<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>Extraction is shaped by maceration time, temperature, cap management, alcohol level, grape material, and pressing decisions.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>More extraction is not always better; it must fit the grape and intended style.</p>