The world of wine is quite complex. Several areas of the world are dedicated to growing and producing wines. These areas are all known for different types of wines. Within small regions great differences exist.
Sometimes winemakers also own the winery or vineyard they work at.
Winemakers often know quite a bit of chemistry. This is because they must understand acidity and pH levels in order to make good wine.
Some winemakers enter the field because they were part of the restaurant world, where wine plays a big role.
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