Two common vine viruses growers encounter in the vineyard, discussing causes and management options for each.
[Information based on DipWSET D1 material]
Category: Viticulture and Winemaking (D1)
DipWSET Theory: Dealing with Bacteria
Two common bacterial diseases growers encounter in the vineyard, discussing causes and management options for each.
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DipWSET Theory: Dealing with Fungal Diseases
Six common fungal diseases growers encounter in the vineyard, discussing causes and management options for each.
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DipWSET Theory: Vine Propagation
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Planting a new vineyard, replanting an old vineyard—where does that new vine material come from? There are a couple different options growers have, each with their own benefits and downfalls. Let’s take a look…
DipWSET Theory: Nutrients Needed from Vine to Wine
It may be an obvious statement, but for a vine to grow and for grapes to ripen, adequate water and nutrients are required. The nutrients required are predominantly found in the soil. The good news is that vines themselves require pretty low levels of nutrients. However, those nutrients do get depleted by viticulture, so that’s why grapegrowers are constantly testing their soils and monitoring nutrient levels.
[Information based on DipWSET D1 material]