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5. Do We Need New Grape Varieties?
January 21, 2025
These days, winemakers are challenged by an increase in frost, rainfall and disease in the vineyard. New, resistant hybrid varieties can offer the solution. So Jamie sets out to answer the question: do we need new grape varieties?
4. Are Old Wines Better Than Young Wines?
January 21, 2025
Only high quality wines benefit from the added complexity that comes with aging. But are old wines always better than young wines? Jamie visits the steep slopes of the Mosel to find out.
3. Is Malolactic Fermentation Necessary for the Long Aging of Wines?
January 21, 2025
It takes an experienced winemaker to master time and temperature, on which malolactic fermentation depends. But do you need this to make age-worthy wine? Jamie travels to Rioja to find out.
2. Can You Smell Soil in Wine?
January 21, 2025
Terroir is everything, but Jamie wants to know if you can actually taste soil in wine. He goes to investigate with a specialist scientist and a wine producer, and finds surprising answers.
1. Are Ungrafted Wines Better than Grafted Wines?
January 21, 2025
Only the bravest winemakers like Jean-S
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Where to Watch The Science of Wine
The Science of Wine is available for streaming on the website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Science of Wine on demand at Amazon.
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Premiere DateJanuary 21, 2025
