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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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 To see the lists of wineries/winemakers, chefs and events, visit artisansofwineandfood.com. Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2025 Georgia, another former Soviet republic, was hit by a similar ban in 2006, prompting its winemakers, too, to start looking West. Andrew Higgins, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025 Top winemakers in Bourgueil, an appellation known for brilliant cabernet franc reds, voted last summer to push for a high-quality designation for their chenin blanc. Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 7 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 22 Jan. 2025.

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