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Hydrometry

Rate of humidity in the air. At optimum conservation of a wine the level of hydrometry in the cellar should be about 70%.

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By Julia Woods on August 17, 2015

I am passionate about wine, history and art. As an experienced wineo, I have deep respect for those who have the skills to blend art and science into a bottle of great wine; I truly don’t know how a vintner can possibly tango with Mother Nature all year...

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