Putting Pomace to Work
As wineries consider ways to squeeze that last dollar out of their grapes, they're looking to what's left after they squeeze the juice out of them—the pomace, or the leftover mass of skins, pulp and seeds.
Putting Pomace to Work
As wineries consider ways to squeeze that last dollar out of their grapes, they're looking to what's left after they squeeze the juice out of them—the grape pomace, or mass of skins, pulp and seeds leftover from the winemaking process.
May 5, 2009
What a Waste! Grape Pomace Kills Harmful Bacteria
A vintner's trash may be a food scientist's treasure. A recently published study from Turkey found that grape pomace, a by-product of winemaking, may be effective in killing bacteria that cause food to spoil.
What a Waste! Grape Pomace Kills Food-Spoiling Bacteria
A vintner's trash may be a food scientist's treasure. Researchers in Turkey have found that grape pomace, a by-product of winemaking, may be effective in killing harmful bacteria that cause food to spoil.
Sep 23, 2004
What a Waste! Grape Pomace Kills Food-Spoiling Bacteria
A vintner's trash may be a food scientist's treasure. Researchers in Turkey have found that grape pomace, a by-product of winemaking, may be effective in killing harmful bacteria that cause food to spoil.
Sep 23, 2004
Study Finds New Health Benefits in Winemaking Leftovers
Cornell researchers found that polyphenols in pomace can improve gut health and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes
Oct 29, 2021
Can I feed my leftover grape stems and skins to the deer?
Wine Spectator's expert Dr. Vinny explains uses of grape pomace leftover from winemaking, including animal feed.
Nov 24, 2017
What do vintners do with the grape skins after crush?
Wine Spectator's resident wine expert, Dr. Vinny, reveals the many uses for leftover winegrape skins and seeds, or pomace.
Jun 17, 2016
Can I make jam from leftover wine grape skins?
Wine Spectator's expert Dr. Vinny explains the difference between wine grapes, jam grapes and table grapes, and why grape pomace probably has better uses.
Oct 2, 2017
Phinney and Friends
California winemaker Dave Phinney's non-vinous business ventures include a fried chicken franchise, a premium seltzer with Joe Wagner and a Bourbon-barrel aged tea with Scottie Pippen.
Grappa: Wine’s Essence Distilled
Learn more about Italian grappa and get five Wine Spectator–recommended versions from top distillers to sip and savor.
From Compost to Cosmetics to Cupcakes: What to Do With a Giant Pile of Grape Pulp
Wine Spectator senior editor Dana Nigro says leftover grape pulp is finding its way into more and more products, from salad dressing to muffins to fiberboard.
Mar 19, 2013
Brad Pitt and Famille Perrin Launch Le Domaine Skincare Line
Can harnessing the antioxidant power of Château de Beaucastel’s grapes really slow aging? Marc Perrin thinks so
Oct 11, 2022
Does grappa have the same health benefits as wine?
While moderate wine consumption has been linked with a range of health benefits, grappa, the Italian grape brandy made with winemaking's leftover grape skins, falls short.
Apr 27, 2022
Why are grapes harvested in bins instead of in a big truck bed?
Wine Spectator's expert Dr. Vinny explains why large plastic bins are ubiquitous in wine country.
Dec 5, 2022
From Compost to Cupcakes
Last year, California and Washington wineries alone crushed around 4.5 million tons of wine grapes, leaving behind a byproduct of approximately 1.5 million tons of skins, seeds and stems. What if a winery could sell these leftovers to make …
After the Wine Is Drained, Health Benefits Remain
Chilean scientists have found that men suffering from early symptoms of diabetes or cardiovascular disease who consumed a small daily dose of flour made from grape pomace, showed lowered blood pressure and better blood glucose levels after …
DuMol Owners Open Environment-Focused Little Saint Restaurant in Sonoma County
Little Saint in Healdsburg will feature a plant-based menu and a wine list that emphasizes sustainability; plus, California’s iconic Silver Oak winery kicks off a 12-city wine and food tour at Award of Excellence-winning Osteria Mozza.
Apr 21, 2022
A Second Life for Winemaking's Leftover Grape Skins
A study found that pomace—the grape skins, stems and seeds left behind after winemaking—contains compounds that could be used in health supplements.
Apr 28, 2021
Under the Umbrian Sun
A son of old Napa relocates to an underrated corner of Italy: Rollie Heitz, whose family built Heitz Cellar, is now making wine in the newish appellation of Todi, under the Concinnate label.
Jun 24, 2022