Fermentation vessels

Winemakers have a choice of fermentation vessels—wood, stainless steel, and concrete. What is the difference between them? While there are various variables, here is a general overview: • Wooden wine barrels have been used for at least 2,500 years. The barrel we know today likely was developed by the Celts around 350 BCE. The Romans copied and improved the design and put them in c...

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