The Town of Portland museum has on display a grape hand press from the late 1800s and early 1900s. P-J photo by Michael Zabrodsky PORTLAND — If you live in Chautauqua County, then you probably know ...

A winemaker has died after he was crushed to death while cleaning his own a grape press in Italy, per local media reports Matteo Forner was reportedly just days away from celebrating his 45th birthday ...

In this video, I restore a rusty grape press, showcasing the process and techniques used in the restoration. This project took considerable time and effort, highlighting the transformation of the ...

Winemaking hasn’t changed much over the past centuries: Grapes are harvested. The fruit is taken to the winery to be pressed. The fresh juice goes into tanks to begin fermenting and is aged. Bottling ...

GUILDERLAND — For the Altamont Vineyard and Winery, reopening post-pandemic spurred interest in the business’ scenic outdoor space. Twenty-five variants of grapes span the vineyard’s cultivated 15 ...