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amelioration
[uh-MEEL-yuh-RAY-shuhn]

A catchall term for various methods of improving a wine, some of which are illegal in commercial winemaking. These methods include adding sugar, water, and/or ACID to the grape juice or wine to correct deficiencies. Most countries have regulations pertaining to these practices with regard to commercial winemaking.

Related Links: acids, deacidification

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