Every chemical compound in grapes and in wine play some role in the life of the grape/wine, be it during physiological processes during the growth stage, or in the finished wine itself, where it may contribute to the taste and…
Different Vineyard Training Systems Alter Susceptibility of Grapes to Powdery Mildew
One of the most common pests to vineyards all over the globe is powdery mildew (Erysiphe necator Schwein). It is responsible for causing widespread destruction in nearly every viticultural area worldwide, and is a fungus that is able to develop…
Casein Levels in Commercial Wines Not Enough to Elicit Allergic Reaction in Milk Allergy-Stricken Adults
Food allergies are very common in both children and adults, and some fear that wine can be a potential allergenic threat to certain individuals. From the alcohol in the wine to the chemicals and reagents used in the winemaking process,…
Identifying Melatonin in Wine: A “New” Antioxidant with Potential Positive Health Benefits Found
Almost a year ago, The Academic Wino presented an article that examined the role of melatonin in grapes. Results of that study found that melatonin fluctuates in the grape vine and grapes during the day, and that in order to…
How Common Are Wine Allergies?: The First Study Results
This post comes as a suggestion from a reader (@dswaddle) who contacted me with an idea for a peer reviewed article to present. Great find! If any of you have papers/ideas in mind, don’t hesitate to contact me with your…
Distinguishing Terroir Effects Using NMR and ECVA Analysis
An aside before this post begins…. This is the 100th article reviewed by The Academic Wino!!! We’ve posted over 130 total posts on this blog, but this one is the 100th peer reviewed article presented! I can’t believe I’ve read…
How Expert Opinions Influence Consumer Wine Purchase Behavior: “Not All Publicity is Good Publicity”
Product quality and consumer awareness of that quality has a huge influence on consumption patterns. Companies and advertisers have come up with several methods for increasing product awareness to consumers, the methods by which to inform consumers of quality are…
The Phenolic Composition of Cabernet Sauvignon Wines in China: Demonstrating Terroir Effects
Phenolic compounds, which are found in grapes, can significantly influence the aroma, flavor, mouthfeel, color, and overall quality of a wine. These compounds are found naturally in grapes, however can also be synthesized throughout the fermentation and aging processes. As…
Red Wine Polyphenols Do Not Improve Blood Pressure: Red Wine Not A “Miracle Drug” After All?
We’ve all seen plenty of evidence suggesting that components of red wine possess many health benefits, including (but certainly not limited to) cardiovascular benefits. Specifically, polyphenols in red wine have been shown to decrease the risk of many different cardiovascular…