Definition: Degree

In oenology, the concept of degree has multiple meanings. The degree Celsius (°C) provides information about the temperature of the cellar, musts and wines. The alcohol degree, replaced on labels by the alcohol content by volume (Alc. 12.5% Vol.), is always expressed as a percentage. The Baumé, Oechsle, Brix or Balling (USA) degrees specify the sugar content of grape juice (must).