Month: September 2019
Ant trail the key to bug monitoring in spring
Viticulturist Jenny Venus is advising grapegrowers as they head into spring to ‘follow the ant trial’. It’s a simple strategy, but one Venus says could have significant impact on the overall health of a vineyard. Source: Wine Australia
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Louisa Rose appointed chair of the ASVO Wine Show Technical Advisory Committee
The Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology (ASVO) has played an important role in the development of Best Practice Recommendations (BPR) for the Australian wine show system. In 2015 the ASVO published a comprehensive set of recommendations to act as guidelines for all Australian wine shows, assisting them in their objectives of improving and promoting […]
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Modernising agricultural research and development
A thriving agricultural sector underpins the future success of Australian regional communities and national economy and depends on our farmers getting strong returns at the farm gate. A discussion paper launched recently is calling for ideas to modernise Australia’s Research and Development Corporations to support the next wave of innovation for Australian farmers. Source: FoodMag
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Five ways to drink wine more sustainably
Conventional wine has become more industrialised, with production, packaging and distribution leaving a substantial environmental footprint. Small producers and big brands alike are championing eco-friendly options and being more transparent about it. If you want to join the sustainable wine movement, here are five factors to keep in mind. Source: Wine Companion
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A New Zealand Time Wine
The Alsatian term Edelzwicker is also referred to as a Time Wine, given the grapes within the blend are all picked on the same day. Philip Barber from Hawke’s Bay’s Petane Wines is about to release his first Edelzwicker, which he believes may be a first for this country. Source: NZ Wine
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UK vs US: How the low and no alcohol category is shaping up on each side of the Atlantic
Low and no ABV brands account for 1.3% of the UK’s total beverage alcohol market, whereas in the US it’s just 0.5%. But is the US catching up – and where can we expect to see the most growth in the future? Source: Beverage Daily
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How a wine distributor allocates California’s wine glut
After several abundant vintages from 2012 to 2019, with a glut of California wines in the market, wine distributor Cameron Hughes’ deals are “getting better than ever”. He says, “for wineries that pride themselves on small production and selling only by allocation, it’s a little embarrassing their warehouses [are] bulging with thousands of gallons of […]
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Climate change hits Champagne harvest
Global warming cost Champagne over 10% of its potential harvest this year, the Champagne Bureau has revealed. Source: Harpers
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American wineries should not abandon Chinese market
With ongoing China-US trade war souring Chinese consumers’ appetite for American wines, California Wine Institute’s Asia director is calling wineries not to abandon Chinese market and plan for the long-term strategy. Source: Wine Business
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UK wine retailer FromVineyardsDirect bought out of administration by rival wine site
UK wine retailer and delivery service FromVineyardsDirect.com has been bought out of administration by rival wine site, Mr Wheeler, for an undisclosed sum, saving four jobs and a number of consultancy roles.Following the sale, the business will continue to trade under the name FromVineyardsDirect. Source: The Drinks Business
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A guide to Japanese wine Koshu
While Japan plants a number of grape varieties, from hybrid red grape Muscat Bailey A to international varieties such as Merlot and increasing amounts of Chardonnay, it’s the Koshu grape that’s become the primary focus for Japanese vignerons looking to stand out in the market nationally and overseas. Source: The Drinks Business
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Five shelf placement hacks for the perfect shelf spot: brought to you by the London Wine Competition
The placement of your wine bottle plays an important role in the sales of the bottle. After years of experience and extensive study, we have collated some hacks that can help your bottle be placed at an optimal, eye-catching position. Shelf placement is the number 1 most important thing you have to pay attention to […]
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Could this be bye bye to Bentonite?
Winemakers will soon have a more options to produce protein and heat stable wines, Dr Jacqui McRae told the audience at the recent Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference heard. “While bentonite addition has been the most widely-used approach for many years, some winemakers have indicated they would prefer a commercially-viable alternative that can selectively remove […]
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Moppity Vineyards expands into Canberra with purchase of Kerralee vineyard
Hilltop’s most awarded winery has expanded into Canberra with the purchase of the old Kerralee vineyard (pictured above) on the Barton Highway on the outskirts of Murrumbateman. “I see Canberra, Hilltops and Tumbarumba as the Holy Trinity; the heart and soul of Southern NSW winemaking. We’ve long held a belief that these areas can produce […]
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Recycling vineyard plastics makes circular economy real
The idea of a circular economy, where manufacturers reclaim used materials to make products that can themselves be recycled again and again, is a great one. In South Australia chemical engineer Uma Preston is working to make this a reality for the wine industry; with 240,395 kilometres of vines, winegrowers face a problem regularly replacing […]
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Geographe and WA Alternative Varieties Wine Show 2019: results announced
Last Friday night saw the culmination of four days hard work by many volunteers and a team of judges lead by James Halliday Winemaker of the Year Julian Langworthy, announce the winners for this year’s show. The presentation dinner was at capacity as the winners were announced. Top honours went to Willow Bridge Estate with […]
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