International Code of Oenological Practices

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Grape must

I.2.1 Grape must

Liquid product obtained from fresh grapes, whether spontaneously or by physical processes such as: crushing(*)[1], removing stems from grape berries or crushed grapes (*)[2], draining(*)[3], pressing (*)[4].


[1] * indicates that the practice or the treatment that it designates is described in part II of the Code (see II.1.2 Crushing)

[2] * indicates that the practice or the treatment that it designates is described in part II of the Code (see II.1.3 Removing stems from either grape berries or crushed grapes)

[3] * indicates that the practice or the treatment that it designates is described in part II of the Code (see II.1.4 Draining)

[4]* indicates that the practice or the treatment that it designates is described in part II of the Code (see II.1.5 Pressing)