In the second part of our special 2020 Vintage Report, we focus on cool climate regions across Australia and New Zealand. While harvests have been adversely affected by bushfires, smoke and pandemic restrictions, the fruit that’s been harvested is reportedly of high quality.
We stay in the vineyard with viticulturist Sam Bowman as he looks at the evolution of trellising and posts: we learn that some large producers are moving away from treated timber posts to adopt more sustainable alternative options.
With drought an ongoing concern, journalist Samuel Squire speaks to growers across three Australian states to find out if and how irrigation has been a useful way to deal with extended dry conditions.
Moving into the winery, consultant engineer Ian Jeffery examines the cold, hard facts when it comes to refrigeration, by discussing the best options for compressors and the potential of ‘direct expansion’ technology.
We also present an overview of key aroma compounds and the tools needed to modulate their levels, while this month’s Young Gun is Hunter Valley wine producer Daniel Payne.
We reveal the story behind the Zinfandel variety and its history in Australia, while Sonya Logan sits down with winemaker John Hughes to learn about Rieslingfreak No. 1 Grounds of Grandeur Riesling, in our regular Behind the Top Drops column.
And with COVID-19 restrictions continuing to have an impact on wine sales globally, we hear about strategies that local producers can consider when targeting the US export market, while contributor Richard Owens suggests ways to develop repeat direct-to-customer wine sales.
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