by Santi Basson | 1 Jul, 2020 | Practical in the cellar, Winetech Technical
Riebeek Valley Wine Company is synonymous with quality wines, with a firm commitment to the development of cellar assistants’ knowledge. The cellar team at Riebeek Valley Wine Company. According Alecia Boshoff, chief winemaker, trained cellar assistants...
by Pia Addison, Marce Doubell & Corinna Bazelet | 1 Jun, 2020 | Viticulture research, Winetech Technical
The aim of this study was to contribute knowledge towards the formulation of an integrated pest management program, as well as an appropriate monitoring system. Introduction Katydids (“krompokkels”) are considered minor pests in vineyards of the Western Cape...
by Karien O'Kennedy | Practical in the cellar, Winetech Technical
What is KPA? Potassium polyaspartate (KPA) is an approved wine additive (OIV-OENO 543-2017). It is commercially produced from aspartic acid, an amino acid that naturally occurs in grape juice and wine. What is KPA used for? It is added to protein stable,...
by Charl Theron | Practical in the cellar, Winetech Technical
The local supply of electricity stumbles from one failure to another. Load shedding became a reality in South Africa, but unfortunately not even the supplier does also know when it will be implemented. The energy bill of cellars increased multiply over the recent...
by Lizel Mostert & Francois Halleen | Viticulture research, Winetech Technical
The 11th International Workshop on Grapevine Trunk Diseases (IWGTD) was held in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada. This workshop hallmarked 20 years of research on grapevine trunk diseases after the first meeting was held in Siena, Italy. This past meeting was...
by Valeria Panzeri, Gonzalo Garrido-Banuelos & Astrid Buica | Oenology research, Winetech Technical
This work is part of a comprehensive study conducted at the Department of Viticulture and Oenology and aimed at shedding light on the thiol composition of Chenin blanc and various red cultivars using chemical and sensory tools. Background Wine quality is an...
by Santi Basson | Practical in the cellar, Winetech Technical
Fairview Estate, well-known estate in Suider Paarl, follows a holistic approach to ensure employees’ well-being, with a focus on the advancement of good, sustainable practices. Successful transfer of information about health, nutrition, exercise, and financial...
by Antoinette Malan & Sheila Storey | 1 May, 2020 | Viticulture research, Winetech Technical
The ring nematode is a plant-parasitic nematode that is associated with grapevine, with it being regarded as being the most difficult nematode to control. Introduction The ring nematode, Criconemoides xenoplax, is described as a migratory ectoparasitic nematode...
by Pierre-André Rabie | Practical in the vineyard, Production, Winetech Technical
In 2019, the Vinpro Production Plan Survey was conducted for the 16th consecutive year in the wine industry. Findings show that although the average producer is still not generating a sustainable income, the industry is improving year on year after a long downward...
by Emma Carkeek | Practical in the vineyard, Winetech Technical
The benefits of establishing a cover crop in the vineyard work row have been well documented and include increased soil organic matter, improved soil structure, enhanced microbial activity, reduced surface crusting, better water infiltration and weed suppression in...
by Santi Basson | Practical in the cellar, Winetech Technical
Robertson was established during the 19th century, with the first plots allocated and laid out on the farm Over Roodezandt. Today, the name of the farm is reflected in Roodezandt Winery, which is prominently situated in Voortrekker Street. Back: Deon Tiemie,...
by Charl Theron | Practical in the cellar, Practical in the vineyard, Winetech Technical
Winemakers are increasingly using phenol data of the vineyard and cellar to manage the colour and tannins in order to improve the general quality of their wines. By means of analyses and consultation more data becomes available. Phenols are chemical compounds, which...
