Sipping on a fine glass of wine should be
one of the most enjoyable and relaxing moments after a long day at work. As
observing, stirring, smelling and drinking, the sensations of whole body open
up and welcome the liquid tickling around. What a desirable vision!
Every one of us would love to picture above
enjoyable moment. How could wine own this much power to stimulate our
sensation?
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| Vineyard in Priorat, Spain |
Let’s explore the wine world together.
Please imaging and flashbacking with me to the vineyards where wine at
chrysalid stage before turning into butterfly. Grapes are rather delicate requires
lots of attentions because its fate is tightly linked with climate change and
pest attacks, moreover, pruning is the angel guidance from human which is
necessary step to continuously refine and support vines. Grape growers could
welcome an outstanding harvest, or face a horrible turnout. While we are
enjoying the wonderful wine, the future for grape growers is unpredictable.
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| Winery in Priorat, Spain |
After harvesting, it’s the period for human
to create this piece of art. The first drop of grape juice announces the start
of winemaking. The skillful and complex process of winemaking can be simply
described as penetrating, pressing, fermenting and bottling. The final drop of
wine is really decided by the winemaker. An excellent wine requires an
excellent harvest and an excellent winemaker, which the latter one plays rather
more essential role. Then it comes to the most interesting part, each different
wine carries the personality of the winemaker.
As recalling the experience in
Priorat, Spain, I still clearly remember that the wine Clos Petó expresses
itself exactly as its winemaker who was looked harsh outside, but soft and
gentle inside; the smell from the wine was strong and untamed, however, its
taste was surprisingly lingering and gentle.
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