Before the wine, there is the craft.

Episode 1 · 32 min

This episode is all about amphoras. Take a look at how modern amphoras are made, and how their makers combine the benefits of antiquity with the advantages of modern technology.

Episode 2 · 31 min

Step into the world of French oak barrels. Wood from old French oak forests is recognized as the best for making wine barrels, but little old forest remains, so these barrels are used only for the most prestigious wines. See how French oak barrels are made.

Episode 3 · 29 min

Step into the world of cork from Portugal and Spain. Did you know that top-quality natural cork is now reserved for wines of the highest level? One of the reasons is that every individual cork is sniffed by hand.

Episode 4 · 28 min

Step into the world of yeast. Follow a team of scientists as they isolate the best indigenous yeasts from a vineyard to create wines that truly express its terroir.

Episode 5 · 35 min

Hans Denk devoted his life to creating the perfect wine glass. In this episode of How It’s Made, we ask: do handcrafted, masterfully shaped, ultra-thin glasses really make a difference to the taste of wine?