Wine Glossary Starting with "Shi"

A traditional method of brewing white wine in the Loire region. By leaving the wine in contact with the lees for a while, the wine becomes more flavorful.

A high-alcohol wine made by adding 40 to 80 percent alcohol during the brewing process. Also known as fortified wine.

A general term for wine-producing countries that have a newer history compared to European wine-producing countries and regions.