winemaker

noun

wine·​mak·​er ˈwīn-ˌmā-kər 

: a person who makes wine

specifically : one who supervises the wine-making process at a winery

Examples of winemaker in a Sentence

the biggest winemaker in Napa Valley

Recent Examples on the Web

Holst also believes with a combination of experienced winemakers pushing the industry to new heights and new producers helping define the region’s future, Oregon sparkling wine is entering an exciting chapter. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 July 2026

For George Guglielmo, winemaker at the century-old Morgan Hill Guglielmo winery, the news is worth caution, but not worry. — Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 13 July 2026

Nick Ferrante is the winemaker; Anthony manages the vineyards; Carmel and Mary Jo run the restaurant; and Lisa runs the office. — Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 13 July 2026

But beneath the glamour of Burgundy’s wine culture, winemakers are facing serious challenges. — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for winemaker

• automaker
• boilermaker
• cabinetmaker
• coffeemaker
• troublemaker
• undertaker
• blackacre
• caretaker
• clockmaker
• dressmaker
• filmmaker
• homemaker