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Testing for allergenic residues in wine – a storm in a teacup?
A study was commissioned by Winetech to determine whether it is necessary for wineries to have every batch of wine tested for potential residues if allergenic p
By Karien O'Kennedy · 7 min read
Is adding copper the solution? (Part 1)
In a Winetech-funded project, researchers aimed to answer the question: How does copper addition influence the reductive compounds and varietal thiols in a wine after bottling?
By Matija Lesković, Jeanne Brand and Wessel du Toit · 8 min read
Is adding copper the solution? (Part 2)
The aim of this Winetech-funded project is to improve the understanding of winemakers of the influence of copper fining on a wine quality.
By Matija Lesković, Jeanne Brand and Wessel du Toit · 8 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
The myth of natural winemaking
A myth can be defined as a popular viewing of a natural process. If grapes are consequently left to ferment without any additives to form wine, it can be seen a
By Sandile · 4 min read
The role of metals in the quality and shelf-life of white wine
PICTURE: Shutterstock.
By Francois van Jaarsveld and Francois October · 6 min read
Born to teach
Wine educator Nomonde Khubeka firmly believes training instils self-confidence, which in turn sparks curiosity and leads to becoming a better cellar worker.
By Lee-anne · 3 min read
The mystery that is Brett
How can you avoid the enigmatic scavenger, Brettanomyces bruxellensis, in your wine?
By Brendan Smith and Benoit Divol · 8 min read
Guava tree and cat's pee (Part 3)
PHOTO: Hendrik Holler (Wosa Library).
By Carien Coetzee · 12 min read
Seven questions for seven Young Guns
This year’s Young Guns theme is “Back to Basics” and the first blog in a series of seven blogs will feature Jessica Saurwein of Saurwein.
By Bernard Mocke · 3 min read
