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winemaking

American  
[wahyn-mey-king] / ˈwaɪnˌmeɪ kɪŋ /

noun

  1. the procedures and processes carried out in the making and maturing of wine; viniculture; vinification.

  2. winegrowing.


Etymology

Origin of winemaking

First recorded in 1805–15; wine + making

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Hoerz agreed that Vienna's picturesque winemaking suburbs have become victims of their own success, with their popularity pushing up land prices.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

To afford the property, he has diversified operations at Oakdale into winemaking and hosting events like weddings.

From Barron's Feb. 15, 2026

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 Jan. 8, 2026

And St. Helena’s Louis M. Martini commissions contemporary works inspired by winemaking in its tasting room.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 29, 2025

Or there might be grapes, left over from the winemaking, or peaches for days on end.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison

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