The most desirable press is one that allows us to include all our press wine in the main lot. This ideal depends on the character of the material, our skill in working with tannins, and the style of wine we wish to produce. Second choice is a pressing system that allows us to taste clean press cuts. By minimizing and filtering out yeast solids that can obscure the sensory perception of tannins, basket presses qualify for high marks on both counts.
