Artisanal Style Most top artisan producers make wines in a way that emphasizes the uniqueness of their grapes and vineyard sites; they typically harvest the grapes from low-yield vines, handle them minimally and often bottle the wines unfiltered and unfined.

Is craft wine a thing?

“Craft wine is a local, small, handmade product. ... Certified Craft Wine is a small-production wine made in runs of less than 5,000 cases. For a wine to achieve the designation of Certified Craft Wine, the winemaker must lead production from the process of grape selection through fermentation.

What does handcrafted wine mean?

Handcrafted wines are owned and operated by passionate individuals who make it a family affair. Everyone is involved from the maintenance of the vineyard, making the wine, harvesting the grapes, working the tasting-room, and every last business aspect behind closed doors.