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Late harvest 

Late harvesting involves leaving the grapes on the vine longer than usual, often until they are partially dried out by the sun. This method concentrates the grapes' natural sugars, resulting in a sweeter wine. Late harvests are common in regions like Alsace in France, where wines like Gewurztraminer and Riesling are produced late.

Passageillage 

Passerillage is a technique whereby the grapes are dried, either on the vine or after harvesting, to concentrate the sugars. This process is used in regions such as the Rhône Valley and south of France. The result is a rich, sweet wine, often with aromas of dried fruit and honey.

Noble rot 

Noble rot, caused by the Botrytis cinerea fungus, is a unique method used to produce some of the world's most famous wines, such as Sauternes in France and Tokaji in Hungary. This fungus dehydrates the grapes, concentrating sugars and aromas. Noble rot wines are often highly complex, with notes of tropical fruit, honey and caramel.

Mutation 

Mutage is a technique used to interrupt fermentation by adding alcohol, usually in the form of brandy. This method retains a significant amount of residual sugar. Muted wines, such as Porto in Portugal and Banyuls in France, are renowned for their richness and smoothness.

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