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winemaker

American  
[wahyn-mey-ker] / ˈwaɪnˌmeɪ kər /

noun

  1. an expert in the production of wines.

  2. a winegrower.


Etymology

Origin of winemaker

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at wine, maker

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Another iconic California winemaker is having money troubles.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

Lucie Demirdjian, another winemaker in the neighbouring village of Ponteves, was among those waiting for results from the laboratory before harvesting.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

"The vines love the warm, dry days," said Somerset winemaker Sandy Luck.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

She is author of six other books of nonfiction, a professor of literary and cultural history who has taught at multiple universities, and an internationally recognized wine writer and a winemaker.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 8, 2025

He visits one such winemaker on this particular trip, to pay his respects and sample the latest bottles.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

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