Gourmet Traveller

Art of fermentation

While it’s not the most romantic wine topic, yeast has a big influence on what we experience in the glass. Beyond grapes, cellars and barrels, it’s the yeast that works its magic, turning grape juice into the nectar of the gods.

We’re often led to believe that wild yeasts found in vineyards are the ones to pay attention to. These are microorganisms

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