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Aging wine underwater

Old wine barrel with starfish on top and a glass of wine on the side.

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The picture shows an old wine barrel with starfish on top and a glass of wine on the side.

Some wineries have experimented with aging their wines underwater. The idea is that the constant temperature and pressure, along with the lack of light and reduced oxygen, can create unique flavors and accelerate the aging process. There are several underwater cellars across the world, from Europe to South America.

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