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…
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Noble Rot Affects the Aromatic Composition and Quality of Amarone Wine
For certain wines, infections of the fungus Botrytis cinerea (grey mould) are sought after and desired. This “Noble Rot” refers to the stage of Botrytis cinerea infection that results in a positive impact on the quality of wines, most notably in…
Using Fungi-Treated Oak Chips to Increase the Extraction of Oak Character into Aging Wines
As a result of the relatively high cost of oak barrels, winemakers have been searching for a comparable alternative at a fraction of the cost. Oak chips, while somewhat taboo in their earlier days, are gaining favor among winemakers as…