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Sulphur dioxide - understanding the complexities
Winemakers know the sulphur dioxide terminologies like free sulphur, total sulphur, molecular sulphur and its anti-oxidative and anti-microbial characteristics, but the links between them are not always very clear.
By Charl Theron · 5 min read
Sulphur in wine: ensuring longevity
Sulphur dioxide is a potent antioxidant and antimicrobial agent that helps prevent oxidative and microbial spoilage in wine. But now the consumer-driven trend f
By Anton Pretorius · 3 min read
The impact of sulphur dioxide additions at crush on wine yeasts, bacteria and sensory attributes
Sulphur dioxide is for sure the most general additive during winemaking. As result of its anti-microbial and anti-oxidative properties it is unique and no subst
By Charl Theron · 5 min read
Red Dawn: extracting nature’s power
The unique compounds found in honeybush is the magic ingredient to Red Dawn's Natural Tannin, says Red Dawn’s innovation manager, Arnold Vlok. Photo Credit: Dav
By Anton Pretorius · 3 min read
The little company that cans: How Tiny Keg made it big
Barely three years after setting up its mobile canning line, Tiny Keg has brought the South African wine industry to the cusp of an exciting new era.
By WineLand · 5 min read
Beyond copper - practical strategies for managing reductive sulphur in wine
A study assessed several approaches to managing reductive off-odours in wine, with an emphasis on long-term effectiveness.
By Carien Coetzee · 6 min read
Microbial monitoring and sanitation practices in wine cellars
Proper sanitation practices in wine cellars prevent the development of undesirable micro-organisms. Although the alcohol concentration of wines limits the micro
By Charl Theron · 7 min read
The balancing act
The quality of South African Sauvignon Blanc is peaking. At the recent Which Wine tasting the category’s price point versus the quality was a point of debate. H
By Elona Hesseling · 2 min read
Big challenges for bulk industry
A few urgent steps will have to be taken to make wine production sustainable. This was the core message at the Ibeta Bulkwine Seminar, which was presented in conjunction with VinPro.
By Edo Heyns · 5 min read
Crack down on counterfeiting
With its innovative products Guala Closures South Africa is leading the way when it comes to curbing counterfeiting.
By Wanda Augustyn · 4 min read
Honouring the conservationists
A number of Cape producers are actively conserving part of their land and minimising their agricultural while making enjoyable – and often impressive – wines.
By Sandile · 2 min read