Guard cells and stomatal movement reveal early molecular interaction between grapevine cells and esca-associated pathogens
Esca is one of the major grapevine trunk diseases that cause vineyards decline and important economic losses in vineyards.
Grapevine nitrogen dynamics as a function of crop thinning
Context and purpose. Nitrogen (N) is crucial for plant development but is used inefficiently, with only 30–40% of the fertilizer assimilated by crops, leading to significant environmental losses.
The chain of effects between sunburn necroses and rot infestation in the context of climate change
Climate change will increasingly challenge future viticulture due to long-enduring and extreme weather conditions, jeopardizing yield and wine quality in various ways.
Physiological behavior of the Chasselas grape variety under water deficit: 30 years of experiments in Switzerland
In the context of increasingly hot and dry summers, the adoption of innovative irrigation technologies has become essential for maintaining grape production while minimizing water use.
The influence of irrigation and crop load management on berry composition and yield in Chardonnay
Australian grape producers are facing a difficult wine market, therefore a reduction of vineyard production costs is critical.
Exploring the contributions of terroir factors on berry quality of cvs. Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot (Vitis vinifera L.) at the Eastern Foothills of the Helan Mountains region of China
Terroir leaves its mark on the accumulation of flavours in grape berries, triggering biochemical re-actions and ultimately shaping wine styles.
Long-term flooding effects on the physiological and productive performance of Montepulciano and Sangiovese cultivars
Extreme climatic events, such as prolonged drought followed by intense flooding, increasingly impact viticulture, affecting vine physiology, productivity, and grape composition.
Grapevine, berry and soil Indicators to manage minimal irrigation strategy in semi-arid conditions: example of Grenache noir (Vitis vinifera L.)
Context and purpose of the study. Climate change in many Mediterranean wine-growing regions is resulting in lower rainfall and higher reference evapotranspiration, generally leading to reduced water availability for vines.
Studying heat waves effects on berry composition: first outlooks and challenges
Extreme climatic events, such as prolonged drought followed by intense flooding, increasingly impact viticulture, affecting vine physiology, productivity, and grape composition.
Bud fruitfulness in Vitis vinifera L. cv. Chardonnay in cool climate regions in South Africa
Bud fruitfulness is a key determinant of the potential and the actual yield. The formation of the grapevine yield spans over a period of two consecutive growing seasons (Ferrara & Mazzeo, 2023).
Grapevine responses to Botrytis cinerea infection: noble rot versus grey rot
The intricate relationship between the necrotrophic pathogen Botrytis cinerea and grape berries (Vitis vinifera spp.) can lead to the development of either the desirable noble rot (NR) or the unfavourable grey rot (GR), depending on the prevailing weather conditions.
Distribution of fungicide-resistant Botrytis cinerea mutations in the Tokaj and Eger wine regions
Botrytis cinerea is one of the most widespread host-specific fungal pathogens, causing significant yield losses and economic damage to vineyards every year.
An effective method for extracting high-quality RNA from grapevine
Grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.) is one of the most important economic crops in the world. Because of this importance, one finds widespread molecular genetic research on this species, an important element of which is high quality RNA.
Foldable lyre as an alternative to improve yield and oenological potential of grapes for a sustainable viticulture
Actually, many countries around the world are studying different strategies for adapting winegrowing regions to climate changes, focusing on a sustainable viticulture.
The impact of vine pruning methods on physiological development and health condition of Vitis vinifera
This project aims on monitoring the plant development and comparison of the effects of various training systems on vine fertility and physiological processes.
Seasonal variations and climate interactions with phenolic extractability of Pinot noir across the whole winemaking process
Context and Purpose of the Study. A deeper understanding of the relationship between weather conditions and wine quality is essential for assessing the impact of climate change and developing effective adaptation strategies.
Evaluation of viticultural measures to delay ripening of Vitis vinifera ‘Grüner Veltliner’
Context and purpose of the study. `Grüner Veltliner´ is the most important Austrian white quality wine variety, which is mainly used to produce primary fruity wines.
Enhancing the color traits of ‘Nebbiolo’ and ‘Dolcetto’ grapes: the role of abscisic acid during ripening
The red Italian variety Nebbiolo (Vitis vinifera L.), used in the production of the prestigious Barolo and Barbaresco wines, is renowned for its aromatic and structural complexity but also for its low color intensity.
Insulative effects of vine shelters may impact growth potential and cold hardiness of young vines
Context and purpose of the study. The seasons immediately following planting are key growth stages where young vines are particularly susceptible to various forms of damage.
Grapevine rootstock field evaluation under drought and saline condition in California
Climate change impacts grape production worldwide and in California drought and salinity became increasingly challenging for grape growers to maintain sustainable production and fruit quality.