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Topping up (ouillage)

Keeping a barrel full so the wine is not exposed to air. Deliberately *not* topping up is how Vin Jaune and some sherries develop their character.

See also

Oxidative ageing Racking

Nearby terms

Fermentation Malolactic conversion Diacetyl Must Maceration Carbonic maceration Whole-bunch fermentation Destemming

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