Americans are still relatively new to consuming wine—but they do so with gusto during the holiday season. On today’s show we take a look at the chemistry of this intoxicating substance: its aroma, its flavor, and its sometimes unwanted side effects.

SHOW CLOCK

00:00 Opening Credits

00:31 Introduction

00:52 Element of the Week: Oxygen

02:54 Mystery Solved! Sulfites and Hangovers

05:35 Feature: Organic Wines

10:11 Closing Credits

CREDITS

Special thanks to Hilary Domush and Eric Mack for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.