Fermentation by Design: How Yeast Creates Style, Texture, and Taste

Yeast doesn’t just start fermentation—it has an ongoing and powerful influence on how a wine tastes, feels, and evolves.
In Part 2 of our yeast series, we examine what happens after yeast is introduced and how its role influences the final product. From citrusy aromatics to creamy textures and decisions about sweetness, yeast is one of the most essential style tools in a winemaker’s hands.