Jim Clarke

Jim Clarke writes about wine, beer, and spirits for trade and consumer publications, including Beverage Media, Fortune, and World of Fine Wine. He is a sommelier and the U.S. marketing manager for Wines of South Africa.

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Visit of undergrounds caves, showing of sediment in bottle, traditional making of champagne sparkling wine in Cote des Bar, Champagne, France.
Science

The Science of Lees Aging

Lees aging not only yields attractive aromas and textures for still and sparkling wines alike—it also prevents oxidation and structural instability. Here’s how

A close up of someone trimming grape vines
Science

The Science Behind Noble Rot Wines

Botrytis cinerea can ruin a grape harvest—or lead to some of the world’s most coveted wines. Researchers investigate why this happens and how it affects both the grapes and the finished wine