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Seeds and red wine phenolics (Part 2): Influence of seed number on phenolic levels in red wines
This study set out to explore how different seed levels influence the phenolic composition of Merlot and Shiraz wines.
By Wessel du Toit, Asiphe Makalisa & José Luis Aleixandre-Tudo · 7 min read
Seeds and red wine phenolics (Part 1): Influence of seed number on phenolic levels in different grape varieties
In this study, three extraction methods were evaluated to assess phenolic compounds in red grapes with differing seed levels. These methods included the Glories method, the Iland method, and the recently developed hand-crushed method.
By Wessel du Toit, Asiphe Makalisa & José Luis Aleixandre-Tudo · 6 min read
Agri Megatrends: Tech remains the biggest disruptor in 2019
Several factors influence the overall sustainability of food and agricultural around the world. We identify the megatrends that are predicted to shape the globa
By Carlin Cloete · 8 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
Exchange rate movements
For producing agricultural products, a large number of inputs are needed such as seeds, fertilisers, pesticides, fuel and agri-implements. Moreover, South Afric
By Doronae · 2 min read
Understanding and measuring tannins in red wines
The importance of phenolic compounds on wine quality require methods that accurately measure the tannin content.
By Jose Luis Aleixandre-Tudo, Mihaela Minhea and Wessel du Toit · 9 min read
What you sow . . .
Gen-Z, the industry-driven project to plan and plant vineyards using the latest technology, research and innovation, and co-ordinated by VinPro, is gaining mome
By Lee-anne · 1 min read
Making it possible
Since going at it alone in year, team Porex SA is stronger than ever.
By Lee-anne · 5 min read
Editorial
When you travel abroad it somehow brings change, whether you want it or not. It makes you ask questions you never knew you had. It opens your eyes to things you
By Carlin Cloete · 3 min read
