Word
winemaker
Phoneticswine·mak·er
US/ˈwaɪnˌmeɪkəɹ/
UK/wˈaɪnmeɪkɐ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who makes wine, especially as their job. They manage the whole process from picking the grapes to putting the wine in bottles.
n. a person engaged in the production of wine, overseeing the fermentation and aging processes. Often used to refer to the professional responsible for the technical and stylistic decisions at a winery.
Examples
“The winemaker checks the grapes every day.”
“After the harvest, the winemaker must decide how long the juice should stay in contact with the grape skins.”
“A skilled winemaker balances traditional methods with modern chemistry to ensure that each vintage reflects the unique characteristics of the vineyard's soil and climate.”
Examples
simple
“The winemaker checks the grapes every day.”
contextual
“After the harvest, the winemaker must decide how long the juice should stay in contact with the grape skins.”
complex
“A skilled winemaker balances traditional methods with modern chemistry to ensure that each vintage reflects the unique characteristics of the vineyard's soil and climate.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “winemaker” in context.
Verb
01. consult winemaker
“Investors decided to consult a winemaker before purchasing the vineyard.”
verb + noun
02. feature winemaker
“The festival will feature winemakers from across the Loire Valley.”
verb + noun
03. winemaker blends
“The winemaker blends different varieties to create a balanced flavor profile.”
noun + verb
04. winemaker experiments
“The winemaker experiments with wild yeast to produce unique aromas.”
noun + verb
Adjective
05. artisan winemaker
“The small artisan winemaker focuses on organic production methods.”
adj + noun
06. independent winemaker
“Independent winemakers often struggle to compete with global conglomerates.”
adj + noun
07. renowned winemaker
“The estate hired a renowned winemaker to improve their vintage quality.”
adj + noun
08. traditional winemaker
“Traditional winemakers in the region still use oak barrels for aging.”
adj + noun
Noun
09. association of winemakers
“The local association of winemakers set new standards for regional labeling.”
noun + prep + noun
10. generation of winemakers
“A new generation of winemakers is embracing sustainable viticulture.”
noun + prep + noun
11. award-winning master winemaker
“She was mentored by an award-winning master winemaker in Bordeaux.”
12. family-owned winemaker
“The boutique is supplied by a small family-owned winemaker.”
Real-World Examples
“Thieves stole around 30,000 bottles of premium wine worth about €5 million ($5.8 million) from a Marchesi Antinori warehouse in Tuscany, Italy's largest family-run winemaker said on Friday.” “In a vineyard on the Greek island of Santorini, winemaker Yiannis Boutaris gestures to a dried-up ‘kouloura’ vine trained into the shape of a basket to protect the grapes from the gruelling summer sun.” “A prominent Indian winemaker, reported a staggering nearly 87% drop in its quarterly profits, attributed to a decrease in demand from cost-conscious urban consumers for its budget-friendly wines.” “A prominent Spanish winemaker is taking precautions against expected tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump on products from the European Union by dispatching additional inventory to the United States, allowing them to manage any price hikes more gradually.” Etymology
From Middle English wynmaker; equivalent to wine + maker.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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