Search
Results for “Glass swirling”
Showing 1–6 of 6 results
6 results — page 1 of 1
To swirl or not to swirl? - that is the question... (Part 1)
This study looked at both chemistry and sensory perception in model wine with different varietal thiol and H2S levels. Using a model wine, they were able to manipulate the varietal thiol and free H2S at low and high levels and assessed sensory changes after different glass swirling regimes.
By Matija Lesković, Jeanne Brand and Wessel du Toit · 8 min read
To swirl or not to swirl? - that is the question... (Part 2)
This study investigated the sensory suppression effects of H2S on tropical fruit characters and evaluated whether the perceived improvement following swirling is a result of chemical oxidation or physical volatilisation.
By Matija Lesković, Jeanne Brand and Wessel du Toit · 9 min read
Unbox Pearly Bay’s stylish new wines for everyday enjoyment
Pearly Bay, the stylish range of easy drinking wines that resonate carefree living and happy moments, is now available in generous 3-litre box wines, ideal for everyday enjoyment.
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
Wine Culture: Probably not the way you look at it
I have spent the last two years listening to winemakers, and wine brand owners wax lyrical about the rich culture of farming and winemaking that has been passed down from generation to generation in Western Cape.
By Razeen Adams · 9 min read
From tariffs to terroir: CapeWine 2025 proves SA wine is world-class
For all the noise, glitz and excitement of Cape Wine 2025 – the grand showcase of South African wine that brings the global industry to the Mother City every three years – there was plenty of reason to feel uncertain about the general state of wine in the event build-up.
By Dan Nicholl · 5 min read
Q&A with Matija Lesković (PhD)
Originally from Croatia, Matija Lesković (PhD) is an Oenologist who completed his doctorate at Stellenbosch University in 2024 with his thesis, “Varietal thiols and ‘reductive’ compounds in white wine.”
By SA Wine Industry · 6 min read
