winemaker

noun

wine·​mak·​er ˈwīn-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce winemaker (audio)
: a person who makes wine
specifically : one who supervises the wine-making process at a winery

Examples of winemaker in a Sentence

the biggest winemaker in Napa Valley
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Using concrete enables winemakers to offer vintages with fresher characteristics. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 20 Jan. 2025 There will be a lot to experience throughout the evening, with over 700 wines poured by the winemakers to sample, special dishes to pair with the wines from local restaurants and live music. Peg San Felippo, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2025 California terroir California winemakers took notice. Patrick Comiskey, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024 Under the care of head winemaker, Marin Brennan, this white wine carries the traditional flavors of the varietal, like grapefruit, green melon and citrus, this bottle also brings its very own twist—a unique minerality, thanks to Long Island’s coastal terroir. Emily Cappiello, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for winemaker 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of winemaker was in the 14th century

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“Winemaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winemaker. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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