winemaker

American  

[wahyn-mey-ker] / ˈwaɪnˌmeɪ kər /

noun

1. an expert in the production of wines.

2. a winegrower.

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Etymology

Origin of winemaker

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

Example Sentences

The 625 other opinions shared in response to that post included “Natural winemaking is a great way to hide how bad a winemaker you are” and “Burgundy smells better than it tastes.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Teaming with the Perrin family, winemakers in the South of France, Beau Domaine incorporates organic grape water, known for its soothing and moisturizing properties, into some of its products.

From Los Angeles Times

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

Portuguese winemaker Dirk Niepoort has a talent for producing interesting wines and Ports.

From The Wall Street Journal

Other Argentines support building a new mining industry, including some winemakers who once opposed mining because of concerns about its impact on their water.

From The Wall Street Journal