Our first listening session on nutritional labeling in March was a big success. We hope you will join us for our second listening session on Nutrition Information and Ingredient Labeling. This session will cover two vital areas: How labeling laws in the European Union are influencing regulations...

As harvest progresses, wet conditions can increase the risk of Botrytis and other rots, especially when fruit remains on the vine longer than expected. Botrytis cinerea produces enzymes and compounds that can significantly compromise wine quality if not addressed quickly. The ATPGroup team has...

Labels do much more than identify a product. They communicate ingredients, allergens, safety warnings, and branding. When they’re wrong or poorly applied, the consequences are serious. Why Labels Matter Consumers rely on labels for everything from nutritional information to batch numbers. Clarity...

For centuries, sulfur dioxide (SOâ‚‚) has been the trusted guardian of wine for preserving freshness, preventing oxidation, and controlling microbial populations. But with changing consumer preferences, evolving regulations, and advancements in enological science, many winemakers are rethinking...

A look at the trends influencing wine packaging design & innovation. Introduction U.S. wine total volume is expected to remain relatively flat for the next several years, while value will grow due to price increases and the persistence of the premiumization trend. In the crowded and increasingly...

Even a single exposure of grape vines to fire smoke can lead to the presence of detectable smoke taint in finished wine. Smoke taint is not an easy problem to fix, and depending on the level of contamination it might require the application of several different techniques on the same wine or juice....

Dr. Mark Greenspan will be presenting "Vineyard Water and Nutrient Management" at the Virtual Sustainable Ag Expo. The video presentation will be available through December 4. Presentation introduction: In addition to plant stress measurements, continuous soil profile moisture monitoring provides a...

In an era where consumers are increasingly focused on diet to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other groups are taking steps to help Americans better understand food and beverage labels. The agency's recalibration of the "healthy" labeling criteria and...

Instant Additive Detection Makes Labeling a Breeze A new way to detect ascorbic acid, fumaric acid and sucrose in wine saves time and costs when checking for additives in finished wine. Tests take 30 seconds and do not involve the use of chemicals or reagents. A rapid and convenient test for...