Vinify (Verb)
Meaning
Convert a juice into wine by fermentation; "vinify grape juice".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Winemakers carefully selected specific yeast strains to vinify the delicate juice of the Chardonnay grapes.
- In an experiment to study the effects of yeast on flavor, a scientist chose to vinify the juice of the same grape variety using three different strains.
- The fermentation process begins with the careful decision of when to crush the grapes and then vinify the resulting juice.
- Grape growers and winemakers collaborate to vinify the newly harvested juice in small batches to ensure optimal flavor and quality.
- Historical records indicate the ancient civilization's techniques for how to properly harvest, crush and then vinify the local berries to create a drink fit for royalty.