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Adding antioxidants to Sauvignon blanc musts (Part 1)
The addition of antioxidants to Sauvignon blanc must was investigated in two trials conducted by New Zealand researchers. The main findings of this study are re
By Carien Coetzee · 8 min read
Focus on wine packaging: Creating lasting first impressions
Consumer buying trends are changing rapidly, making a rethink of business models unavoidable.
By Wanda Augustyn · 4 min read
Vergelegen estate in safe hands with Leah Sebekedi
Leah Sebekedi, safety, health and environmental manager at Vergelegen estate, was always greatly encouraged in her studies and career by her father.
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
Ultrasonic irrigation
WaterIQ specialises in environmentally friendly ultrasound technology for efficient and cost-effective solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm.
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
Winetech funds research towards improved Vitis planting material for the wine industry
We have established an entire protocol for the detection of GFkV by ELISA for immediate implementation, at least at a nuclear plant level, in the VIA’s certification scheme, and have recommended to the VIA and DALRDD that the most affordable kit be utilised using the protocol established through…
By Gerhard Pietersen, Katie Usher & Mmapula Lesailane · 14 min read
Viticulture, Enovitis in Campo: the winners of the Innovation Challenge 2023 announced
Automation, precision and reduction of the environmental impact, but also electrification, artificial intelligence and versatility. These are the key words of innovation in the vineyard according to the Lucio Mastroberardino Innovation Challenge 2023.
By SA Wine Industry · 5 min read
2023 SA Terroir Wine Awards
The highly coveted SA Terroir Trophy for the Top Wine out of all the entries in all styles and cultivars, this year went to a five year-old Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, the Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2018. This estate wine was named overall winner from all 264 wines judged for the exclusive…
By SA Wine Industry · 6 min read
Research update: The quest for new Pinotage clones
Given the importance of Pinotage for South Africa, the existence of only a few commercial clones is a limitation. The potential for a more diverse set of clones is desirable and crucial for this cultivar’s continued success and growth.
By Melané Vivier · 6 min read
In-field fractional use of winery wastewater with raw water (Part 3): Soil responses
The aim of this study was to determine the effect of in-field fractional use of winery wastewater with raw water for vineyard irrigation on the chemical status of different soils to assess the fitness for use of winery wastewater for irrigation of different soil types with varying rainfall.
By Carolyn Howell & Reckson Mulidzi · 20 min read
Vine and wine innovation watch: The use of carrageenan in calcium tartrate and protein stabilisation of wines
Research is focused on discovering new potential stabilisers that can reduce the likelihood of calcium tartrate precipitation.
By Karien O'Kennedy · 6 min read
