How PV Systems Impact Vineyards

After the first year of an agrivoltaic system at the Hochschule Geisenheim, results suggest that it can offer multiple benefits in protecting against climate change.

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Flooding Impacts Vineyards in Austria and Romania

Austria and Romania, two wine-producing countries, were affected by storm Boris. What impact did the rain and flooding have?

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Gigondas: White Cru

One of the most prestigious appellations in the southern Rhône has now been granted permission to produce white wine. What’s the story behind this new white Cru from the Rhône, and how do these new wines perform?

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Easter Island Is Now a Recognised Wine Region

Easter Island, located in the Pacific Ocean, has been officially designated as a wine region under the DO Rapa Nui appellation. This marks the recognition of Easter Island as its own unique wine-growing area within Chile.

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Excessive Rainfall Brings Rot to French Vineyards

The word ‘catastrophe’ is being used by French vignerons to describe the havoc wreaked on their vineyards by rot and mildew, according to French media. Across France, vignerons are worrying about the state of their grapes.

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The First Greek Winery Joins Prestigious Sustainability Initiative

With Kir-Yianni joining, wine producers from 12 countries are now members of the international sustainability initiative.

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Susana Balbo: Making Wine Profitably in a Financial Disaster Zone

Susana Balbo is one of Argentina’s leading winemakers. She has also been thrice elected as president of her country’s wine association, a role that gives her unique insight into its wine industry. Robert Joseph picks her brains.

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Finally, Some Good News About Smoke Taint

Smoke taint is a scourge that can ruin a harvest. But as Jeff Siegel discovers, research has unlocked some answers.

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A Vine Pest Has Been Found in Switzerland, Raising the Alarm

The rapacious Japanese beetle, first spotted in Europe in 2014, has made it to the German border, close to a major winegrowing region.

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