Non-Conventional Wine Yeast, Oak Compound Analysis, Optimizing Aromatic Expression, and Low Alc, Low Cal & Vegan Winemaking The WIN Expo Winemaking & Production conference program will feature FOUR sessions discussing The Use of Non-Conventional Wine Yeast, Oak Compound Analysis, Optimizing...

For winemakers and distillers, crafting exceptional beverages is only part of the journey. To ensure your product maintains its premium quality and reaches consumers in perfect condition, the preservation of both its taste and appearance is critical. This is where the often-overlooked factor of...

Strategies to Keep Whites & Rosés Bright, Stable, and Shelf‑Ready Whether you're looking to retain freshness in tank or in bottle, there are several options beyond SO₂ that can help protect against oxidative damage, preserving color, aromatics, and overall longevity. These options also work...

NAPA, Calif., (Nov. 26, 2025) – VA Filtration Services’ Scientific Approach, Innovative Solutions from Napa Valley At VA Filtration Services, our mission is to empower winemakers to produce wines of the highest sensory quality. One of the challenges in modern winemaking is managing undesirable...

A pioneer in innovation applied to wood for winemaking, Pronektar is expanding its range with the launch of PureVan, a new type of wood chip specially designed to offer a vanilla aroma of unprecedented intensity and purity. Designed as the first in a future series of “ingredient” chips, PureVan...

Re-coopering isn’t just about saving money. It’s about restoring oak to its full potential. At Quality Wine Barrels, we’ve spent years refining a proprietary re-coopering process that solves historic challenges. — and turns tired oak into a reliable, like-new performer. Here’s how it works: Step 1:...

By Amy LaHue, Oak Solutions Specialist with guest contributor Andrew Wiehebrink, R&D Spirits Division Distillers have mastered their craft, but even the most refined spirit can sometimes fall short of the rich color they envisioned. When that happens, I am here to work alongside them to determine...

Save Oak, Save Money: Why Recoopering Makes Sense Reduces Pollutants Saves Forests Adds Wine Complexity Restores Original Cooper’s Style Preserves Barrel Integrity Recoopering brings “used up” oak barrels back to life and provides a like-new barrel at a fraction of the cost of new oak. Quality Wine...

Introduction Coopers have long recognized the importance of forest origin in shaping the sensory qualities of wine, yet relatively little research has been conducted to understand the underlying factors driving these effects. With access to oak sourced directly from several prestigious and...

We are excited to introduce a new stave toast profile, Mineral Toast, designed to bring an enhanced sense of minerality to white and rosé wines. This innovative toast profile significantly impacts the sensory characteristics of wine, influencing its interaction with fruit and other elements...