Articles
Sauvignon Blanc of the World
Sauvignon Blanc is a white grape native to the Loire Valley in France that is mainly used to produce still dry wines. There are, however, exceptions. For example, sparkling wines are also made from Sauvignon Blanc in New Zealand. Also, Sauvignon Blanc is used to produce sweet wines.
More
How to choose equipment for home winemaking
The most important element in winemaking is grapes; indeed, without them it is impossible to make wine. So, winemaking equipment is naturally a secondary concern. However, this article will discuss the main types suitable for home use.
More
The Russian Wine Industry from A to Z (2020)
Winemaking and wine itself have always played and will always play an important role in the life of Russia, a country with a centuries-old history of winemaking, which has, of course, had its ups and downs. It is believed that winemaking already existed during the time of Ancient Greece, in particular on the Crimean Peninsula and the Taman Peninsula. Wine was always an integral part of imperial receptions and balls. The rapid development of the viticulture and wine industries began during the USSR, but Mikhail Gorbachev’s anti-alcohol campaign seriously undermined the industry. It was only in the 2000s, with the influx of new investments, as well as the involvement of foreign specialists and young Russian winemakers, that a new stage of development began. The quality of wines produced in Russia is improving each year, while the country’s consumption is also rising.
More
Main diseases in Russian vineyards and modern methods of combating them
Diseases cause significant damage to the crop and vines in Russian vineyards each year. Affected berries become unsuitable for consumption fresh and for processing in the wine industry. The development of diseases on leaves and shoots leads to disruption of the most important physiological processes of a vine, such as photosynthesis and respiration. In epiphytotic years, in the case of sensitive varieties, you can lose both the crop and the vines themselves completely.
More