Daily Archives: 2026-01-10

Amphora vs Stainless Steel Fermentation for Natural Wine

Amphora vs Stainless Steel Fermentation for Natural Wine As natural wine continues to gain momentum worldwide, winemakers are increasingly rethinking one fundamental question: what is the best fermentation vessel for expressing purity, terroir, and authenticity? Among all options, stainless steel tanks and terracotta amphorae stand at opposite ends of the spectrum. One represents precision and…

Amphora Wine Fermentation: A Modern Winemaker’s Guide

Amphora Wine Fermentation: A Modern Winemaker’s Guide Amphora wine fermentation is no longer a niche experiment reserved for ancient traditions. Today, more and more winemakers—especially those focused on natural, terroir-driven wines—are returning to terracotta amphorae as a serious fermentation vessel. However, fermenting wine in amphora is fundamentally different from working with stainless steel tanks or…