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Late harvest 

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

Passerillage 

Passerillage is a technique whereby grapes are dried, either on the vine or after harvest, to concentrate the sugars. This process is used in regions such as the Rhône Valley and the 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 fungus Botrytis cinerea, is a unique method that makes it possible to produce some of the most famous wines in the world, such as Sauternes in France and Tokaji in Hungary. This fungus dehydrates the grapes, thereby concentrating the sugars and aromas. Wines produced from noble rot are often very complex, with notes of tropical fruits, honey and caramel.

Fortification 

Fortification is a technique used to halt fermentation by adding alcohol, generally in the form of brandy. This method preserves a significant quantity of residual sugar. Fortified wines, such as Port in Portugal and Banyuls in France, are known for their richness and sweetness.

Wine regions famous for their naturally sweet wines