winemaker
noun
wine·mak·er
ˈwīn-ˌmā-kər 
: 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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Though wine lovers note two distinct styles in the Old World versus New World debate, most high-altitude winemakers look to Burgundy as the inspiration for their Chardonnay profile.
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2026
In Vayots Dzor Highlands, winemakers at Trinity Canyon vineyards are returning to organic practices, fermenting wines in clay amphorae, and embracing styles like amber wines.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Tastings offer insight into how Indiana winemakers are building a regional identity distinct from coastal wine regions.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
In the spring, the Sonnenalp also makes an ideal basecamp for attending the seminars, grand tastings, and indulgent winemaker dinners of Vail’s beloved food and wine festival, the Taste of Vail.
—Sarah Kuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2026
In Vayots Dzor Highlands, winemakers at Trinity Canyon vineyards are returning to organic practices, fermenting wines in clay amphorae, and embracing styles like amber wines.
—Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Tastings offer insight into how Indiana winemakers are building a regional identity distinct from coastal wine regions.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
In the spring, the Sonnenalp also makes an ideal basecamp for attending the seminars, grand tastings, and indulgent winemaker dinners of Vail’s beloved food and wine festival, the Taste of Vail.
—Sarah Kuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
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“Winemaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winemaker. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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