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Spotlight on La Bargemone 🍷  Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence is a key French wine region in the south east corner of France. The area produces rose, red and white wines in that order of importance. The Roses and reds are made from a complex blend of grapes with 30% Carignan and Cabernet Sauvignon permitted be included in these blends. La Commanderie de la Bargemone enjoys all the benefits of a Provencal terrior, including pebble rich clay and limestone soil. The climate is typically Mediterranean with dry, sunny days , all swept by the winds of the Mistral to keep the vines cool. The altitude gives them a specific microclimate which is slightly cooler and means harvesting can be held back by up to 15 days – giving a significant advantage, as that helps develop the wine colour and concentrate the aromas. Growing wine organically demands precision and consistency and at La Commanderie de la Bargemone organic farming is at the cornerstone of their philosophy #Wine #WineExperts #Vineyards

In Part I of our wine specialist, Maurizio Broggi DipWSET's biodynamics series, we introduced biodynamic viticulture and wine. This week, we explore the biodynamic preparations, compost, and the celestial influences of biodynamic calendars. Learn more by reading the article here: https://lnkd.in/eAFv_2pU 🌙 #WestgarthWines #Biodynamics #BiodynamicFarm #BiodynamicFarming #BiodynamicViticulture #Winemaking #Viticulture #BiodynamicWine #WineLover #FineWines #WineBlog

For today's highlight on the #BiggestChallenges of the Wine Sector, we bring the perspective of Waatic • The Waatic Company, a company focused on innovation in the area of smart agriculture, which explains the importance and interest on an European Collaboration and Network. 🚜 If you want to know more about or mission and role visit wicabyepawi.com. #WICAbyEPAWI #joinus #DiscoverTogether #wineinnovation #wine #wineindustry #Innovation #winesector #europeanassociation #ChallengesOfTheWineSector #WICAbyEPAWI #joinus #DiscoverTogether #wineinnovation #wine #wineindustry #Innovation #winesector #europeanassociation #ChallengesOfTheWineSector INNOVI Clúster Vitivinícola Català INNO'VIN ADVID - Associação para o Desenvolvimento da Viticultura Duriense/ CoLAB VINES&WINES Fondazione Agrifood & Bioeconomy FVG Vinidea European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP)

🍇 How do grape growers ensure perfect ripeness for harvest? For both table grapes and winemaking, choosing the optimal time to harvest is critical to maximizing quality and yield. This decision depends on measurable indices such as: ◾️ Total soluble solids (TSS) for sweetness ◾️ Titratable acidity (TA) for structure and taste balance ◾️ Phenolic maturity for tannins and color in wine grapes 💡 Non-destructive tools like near-infrared spectroscopy (NIR) are revolutionizing how grape ripeness is assessed—saving time, costs, and preserving the fruit for optimal results. This article explores the science behind grape maturity indices and how they guide decisions for 57% of global grape production for winemaking and 36% for fresh consumption. 📖 Read about the best practices and latest innovations here: 🔗: tinyurl.com/43kxzbzm #Viticulture #Winemaking #PrecisionAgriculture #GrapeHarvest #NIRSpectroscopy 🍷

Did you know that during 2023, the world's vineyard surface area decreased by 0.5% compared to 2022, now totaling 7.2 million hectares, due to the the removal of vineyards in major vine-growing regions? With the current changes in the wine market, it is important to stay competitive and connected. Don't forget to stay tuned to all of our new initiaves on wicabyepawi.com Data from OIV - International Organisation of Vine and Wine's website. #WICAbyEPAWI #joinus #DiscoverTogether #wineinnovation #wine #wineindustry  #Innovation #winesector #europeanassociation INNOVI Clúster Vitivinícola Català INNO'VIN ADVID - Associação para o Desenvolvimento da Viticultura Duriense/ CoLAB VINES&WINES Fondazione Agrifood & Bioeconomy FVG Vinidea European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP)

Interesting reading. Climate Change Impacts on Viticulture in Italy: Insights from Historical and Future Scenarios Across Administrative Areas, Latitudes, and Elevations #enologia #enologo #wine #winemaking #climatechange

Rhys Blakely recently spoke with Dr Alistair Nesbitt about the impact of climate change on winegrowing and the emergence of new hybrid varietals. Read more about how the changing weather is impacting on wine production and vineyards in the following article published in The Times last Friday. #winegrowing #viticulture #winemaking #climatechange https://lnkd.in/gC7Kqjrs

"Microorganisms are key players in achieving optimal outcomes with their diverse influences, from soil health and vine vitality to fermentation and the sensorial profile of wine. Their complex and symbiotic interaction with the viticultural environment triggers a range of benefits, including the enhancement of final product quality and vineyard resilience against adverse factors." #ecosystemservices #microbiota #vineyard #wine #vino #viñedo #terroir https://lnkd.in/e-2ar7B8

How does vineyard netting impact grape quality and yield? In this video, we explore the key benefits of netting, including pest protection and microclimate control, which directly influence grape health and wine production outcomes. Discover how different net colors can affect ripening and enhance the flavor profile of your wines, helping you achieve a superior harvest season after season. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@eyouagro.com. #VineyardManagement #AgricultureInnovation #WineIndustry #EyouAgro

🍇 It’s late June in Northern California wine country, and the 2024 vintage is off and running and fruit set is nearly complete! 🌱 In viticulture, “fruit set” is the period when the flowers on the grapevines transform into tiny, green grape berries. This phase is essential because it determines the number of berries per cluster, directly impacting the yield and quality of the final product. During fruit set, winemakers carefully manage the vineyard to ensure the developing grapes have the best conditions to thrive, focusing on sunlight exposure, air circulation, and optimal nutrition. This meticulous care helps set the stage for ideal ripeness, color, and acidity in the grapes. 🍷 This phase mirrors the "foundation-building" stage in our leadership and career development. Careful attention and strategic actions in the vineyard set the stage for a successful harvest, and our professional journeys require similar care and preparation. We must set clear goals, acquire and hone essential skills, establish a strong network, and create a strategic plan for growth. Remember: the groundwork we lay now determines our future success. Not sure where to start? I’d love to chat about how I can help. Cheers! 🥂 #Viticulture #WineWisdom #WineWednesday #WineMaking #2024Vintage #FruitSet ******************** Like this post? Want to see more? 🔔 Ring My Profile Bell & Follow Me 👋🏼 Hi, I’m Betty. I work with people to influence positive change by speaking up and speaking out – without sacrificing #authenticity. And usually with a healthy dose of 🍷! 📍#ImpactLeadership 📍Meaningful #CareerDevelopment 📍Authentically #ConfidentCommunication