winemaker
AmericanEtymology
Origin of winemaker
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at wine, maker
Example Sentences
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"This free trade may, in some cases, open up opportunities for Italy and reduce customs duties, but it endangers everyone's health," said Nicolo Koliotassis, 23, a winemaker and member of the Italian farmers' union Coldiretti.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
For celebrated winemaker Véronique Drouhin, Beaune is something else: her hometown.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 2, 2025
And they welcome the increased flexibility and consistency that non-vintage wines can offer the winemaker.
From BBC • Aug. 24, 2025
That offseason, Roberts and Aurilia visited Mi Sueño, just south of downtown Napa, and met with the winemaker, Rolando Herrera.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2025
A master of striking was like a chemist or a winemaker, but also a kind of magician.
From "Sugar Changed the World: A Story of Magic, Spice, Slavery, Freedom, and Science" by Marc Aronson
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