Why young talent matters in the South African wine industry
The 30 Under 30 class of 2026 showed that there is no shortage of talent in South African wine. The task now is to continue creating an environment where capable people can grow, contribute and build long careers in the industry.
2026 SOUTH AFRICAN WINE HARVEST POSITIONS INDUSTRY FOR GLOBAL VALUE GROWTH
The South African wine industry has delivered a resilient, quality-driven 2026 harvest, overcoming significant climatic challenges to produce wines of exceptional quality, concentration and balance. Guided by advanced technical expertise and precise vineyard management, the vintage further reinforces South Africa’s position as a producer of premium wines for global markets.
Global Wine Tourism Report 2025
Wine tourism has experienced significant growth over the past decade, emerging as a profitable and dynamic
branch of the global wine industry.
Production cost comparison between conventional viticulture and regenerative agriculture
This study evaluates the farm-level economic implications of adopting regenerative agriculture (RA) versus conventional viticulture (CV) in Sonoma County, CA.
Review of methodologies used to calculate water footprint in grape and wine production
Its purpose is to provide an overview of existing methodologies for calculating the Water Footprint (WF) in grape and wine production.
The latest OIV report gives answers on Re-exportation in the global wine trade
This new analysis offers a first comprehensive estimate of global wine re-exports and explains how these flows shape today’s increasingly interconnected wine economy.
New Genomic Techniques in Viticulture – Challenges, Impacts and Contribution to the Sector
NGTs are necessary for viticulture as they can also be used to improve traditional cultivars.
SOUTH AFRICAN WINE GRAPE CROP MAINTAINS MOMENTUM HEADING INTO 2026
South Africa’s wine industry enters the 2026 harvest season with renewed confidence, as the first official crop estimate from private and producer-cellar growers points to another stable and promising year. For the second consecutive season, producers have been spared major weather disruptions such as flooding and frost, allowing vineyards to
Uncorking Chinese young wine consumers
Young Chinese consumers, millennials and post-millennials, are emerging as a driving force in China’s wine market, showing a strong interest in imported wines.
LAUNCH OF THE WINE ARC BUSINESS SUPPORT PROGRAMME
This programme invites applications from Black-owned wine businesses looking for tailored support to grow and strengthen their brands.
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Introduction Wine is a complex beverage that undergoes various transformations during the winemaking process. One of the most critical phases during red wine production is malolactic fermentation (MLF), where malic acid is converted into lactic acid by lactic acid bacteria (LAB). This process helps reduce acidity and significantly impacts wine
Methoxypyrazines in wine
If a wine seems “green”, “herbaceous”, or “vegetal”, aroma compounds called methoxypyrazines (MPs) could be responsible. MPs are particularly important due to their ubiquity in grapevines and their extremely low aroma thresholds. These low thresholds make MPs some of the most odor-active compounds found in wine. Occasionally, they can have
