What Is Wine?

Wine is a drink made from fermented grape juice. The process starts by crushing grapes to release their juice, which is then left to ferment as natural or added yeast turns the sugar into alcohol.

Most wines are made from a special type of grape called Vitis vinifera, which is different from the table grapes you find in grocery stores. Vitis vinifera grapes are smaller, have thicker skins, and contain more sugar, which helps create richer flavors and the right amount of alcohol during fermentation. Table grapes, on the other hand, are larger, juicier, and bred for fresh eating rather than winemaking.

There are different types of wine, like red, white, and rosé, depending on the grape variety and how the wine is made. Wine is made by fermenting grape juice, but the way red, white, and rosé wines are made is a little different, mainly because of how the grape skins are used.\

Red Wine

Red Wine is made from red or black grapes. The key difference is that the grape skins stay in contact with the juice during fermentation. This is what gives red wine its deep color and adds tannins, which create structure and a slightly dry feeling in your mouth. The longer the skins stay in the juice, the richer and more complex the wine becomes.

White Wine

White Wine s usually made from white grapes, but sometimes red grapes can be used too. The big difference is that the skins are removed before fermentation by pressing the grapes and releasing the juice. This keeps the wine light in color and results in a fresher, crisper taste. White wines can range from citrusy and zesty to creamy and rich, depending on how they are made.

Rosé Wine

Rosé Wine is made from red grapes, but the skins only stay in the juice for a short time—usually a few hours to a couple of days—just enough to give the wine its pink color and a bit of extra flavor. It’s often lighter and fruitier than red wine but has more body than white wine.