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maître de chai

 
Wine Lover's Companion: maître de chai
 

[MEH-truh duh SHAY] French for "cellarmaster." This term is used in bordeaux to refer to the person in charge of the vinification and aging of wines. The maître de chai needs to be a proficient winemaker and have a good palate.

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