From Georgia to the Alps to California, clay-vessel winemaking yields distinctive and unique wines. Learn more about this technique.

May 16, 2018 · Archaeological records show that winemakers throughout the Italian Peninsula and Sicily transported wine in clay amphorae—small terracotta jars with handles just above the shoulders—as far back as the Copper Age. It’s possible that winemakers of the time fermented and aged wine in these vessels too.

Jun 8, 2015 · Georgia's winemaking heritage goes back 8,000 years and centers on the qvevri, a cavernous terra-cotta pot shaped like an egg, lined with beeswax and buried to the mouth underground. But these...

May 4, 2023 · Producers all over the world are going back to winemaking's roots by reviving the age-old practice of aging wine in clay pots, a method that creates exceptional bottles you are going to want on your shelf.

Oct 9, 2018 · From traditional wooden barrels and stainless steel tanks to clay amphorae and trendy concrete eggs, the choice of fermentation vessel is just one of the ways a winemaker can influence the taste of the wine.

Jan 13, 2024 · Innovations in wine cask design and usage have revolutionized the winemaking process. From stainless steel casks for precise wine preservation to eco-friendly alternatives like concrete casks, winemakers now have a range of options to enhance their craft while reducing their environmental impact.

May 4, 2023 · Clay amphora pots are most notably used to ferment wine in the Republic of Georgia, but they’ve been enjoying a resurgence worldwide. In Oregon, ceramicist and winemaker at Beckham Estate Vineyard, Andrew Beckham has sparked a mini-renaissance of this millennia-old winemaking technique.

Apr 29, 2022 · Wine fermented, aged and stored in clay amphora, a practice that originated in Georgia 6,000-8,000 years ago, is experiencing a renaissance around the globe as winemakers realize that this ancient technique brings new opportunities to viniculture.

Feb 22, 2022 · The ancient tradition of drinking wine out of clay cups is making a comeback in Australia, and might be coming to a wine bar or restaurant near you. Find out why.

Oct 7, 2021 · Clay: Ancient Romans used fired-clay earthenware casks called dolia to ferment and age wine, in part, because they were superior insulators. Although, traditionally, Champagne winemakers have not used clay for making their bubbles, some modern winemakers use and experiment with porous, breathable clay as a means of pulling out acidity and ...