The Origins and Purpose of the Punt

Daryl reveals the true purpose of the punt under most wine bottles.

The punt’s purpose might be to collect sediments in older wines.
Nowadays its main purpose is to strengthen the bottle, particularly in the case of sparkling wines.

Daryl_groom_2 Daryl Groom is a 7-time Winemaker of the Year, owner of Groom Wines, Colby Red, and DXG Wines, and principal partner in SocialGrapes.

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