The belt destemmer, which took the honor of  BEST DESTEMMER by Wine Business Monthly in 2010 (March 2010 issue), is a fresh take on removing berries off the stem as gently as possible. It is actually best described by what it DOESNT HAVE. It doesnt have a beating shaft, a cage or "centrifugal force and the clusters are not torn apart from the rachis. Rather the berries are brushed off the rachis. Similar in design to the traditional french method of removing berries over a screen with a broom, the ESTASI has a transverse oscillating screen which gently brushes the berries off the stem. As the berries fall through the screen the rachis is brought forward into your waste bin (see image). This is seen as the most delicate way of removing berries from the stem!

This unit is also designed to give a high percentage of whole berries and minimize stem breakage. An additional feature this machine offers is a compact sorting area on top of the actual destemmer. So you can now sort and de-stem your clusters in 1 machine. When purchasing a traditional style destemmer and a sorting table separately the costs alone would surpass the price of the estasi. Wineries are already taking advantage of this feature. Click on the link below to see how the unit can be used as a sorting table as well.

As harvest approaches, are you still in need of equipment to prepare for crush? Criveller Group has equipment and tanks available for you now. Criveller is a leading distributor in North America with product support teams on both coasts for the convenience of our clients.

Criveller's crush equipment sets the standard for the North American wine industry including one of the first "whole berry" destemmers and innovative sorting systems. Our durable, reliable yet gentle equipment reflects the commitment to quality and success that we share with our clients.

Below is a partial list of tanks and equipment available now:

• Variable capacity tanks from 100 – 4000 liters
• Open cage membrane presses at 12, 18, and 26 HL
• Basket presses
• One vibrating sorting table
• Impeller and lobe pumps
• Two peristaltic pumps with troughs
• Various plate filters

As harvest and grape processing season revs up, winemakers are reminded again of the value of on-call technical assistance. Equipment often sits unused and unattended until it is pressed into service by new hires or staffers who are unfamiliar with it. In addition to on-site visits, Criveller Group provides telephone technical support for the wineries who have purchased equipment through Criveller.

This support can prove essential when grapes are in and the unexpected happens. Recently, a winemaker called after his pump “ate” some metal that fell off a disintegrating screen and made its way into the pump. A Criveller technician was able to offer guidance on how to operate the pump to try to dislodge the obstruction without causing damage.

Criveller technicians are trained to guide staffers in diagnosing problems to get equipment running as quickly as possible. Criveller California recently added to its technical team to better support its clients. The hire of Chris Wishart adds another experienced technician who has spent years working in and around wineries in Northern California and Oregon. 

Find out more about Criveller California and Criveller Canada at Criveller.com.

When it comes time to ferment or store your wine, you may find that you have a little more or a less juice on hand than last year. Criveller offers superior-quality small variable capacity tanks with a built-in spigot or a TIG-welded 1.5” TRC fitting. We price these tanks competitively and stock them in sizes from 100 to 2000 liters to meet your needs.

If you need something a little larger, we also have a limited number of jacketed 600 gallon closed-top tanks with forklift pockets (accessible from all sides).

Criveller Group provides technical support, superior winemaking and bottling equipment and high-quality stainless steel tanks to discerning clients. Additional information is available at Criveller.com. 

Criveller Group is pleased to introduce a new type of D. E. filter with vertical elements (VE) that improves upon the advantages of D. E. filters.

Diatomaceous Earth (D. E.) filters are one of the least expensive types of filters to run. These long-lasting, low-maintenance filters are capable of filtering large volumes in a relatively short time.

Vertical Elements D. E. Filters have several advantages:

• Since D. E. cake can be BUILT on both sides of the screens, VE filters are smaller and more maneuverable
• VE filters are less expensive
• Washing vertical elements is easier than horizontal elements

Discharging a D. E. Filter is a relatively simple process because the exhausted cake is detached from the screens through vibration and can be recovered easily through the large opening at the bottom of the unit.

The new VE D. E. is available in sizes from 7.5 – 30 m² with several options including a scavenger filter, double inlet/outlet manifold, and a sparkling wine (high pressure) version. Contact Criveller Group at 888-849-2266 or info@criveller.com for all the details on this improved filtering system.

Criveller Group provides technical support, superior winemaking and bottling equipment and high-quality stainless steel tanks to discerning clients for more than 30 years. More information is available at Criveller.com.

In addition to producing high-quality stainless steel tanks on both coasts, Criveller Group sources the best winemaking technology from European equipment manufacturers. Now is the time to evaluate and purchase gear for the upcoming season.

Our areas of expertise for grape processing include:

• Destemmers/crushers
• Presses and pumps
• Elevators, hoppers and conveyance
• Filtration units
• Bottling lines

At Criveller Group, precisely calibrated materials and skilled technicians are matched with well-tested design to exceed our client’s expectations. We continue to care for our clients’ equipment with a robust service and maintenance department.

For more information, contact one of our two North American locations:

Criveller Company on the East Coast:

• 888-849-2266
• info@criveller.com

Criveller California on the West Coast:

• 707-431-2211
• mail@criveller.com

We are fortunate that business is booming around wine country! With the increased demand for wine processing equipment and the need to meet customer expectations, we have just completed construction on our new 10,000 sq. ft. manufacturing warehouse. 

The new construction has enabled Criveller to store more equipment that is readily available to our clients and provides the space to increase tank production. Click In-Stock Product List for products that are available for immediate purchase.

Criveller Company on the East Coast:

888-849-2266 | info@criveller.com

Criveller California on the West Coast:

707-431-2211 | mail@criveller.com

The beauty of using  self-emptying fermenters are the perfect solution for winemakers who struggle with unloading large fermenters. The amount of time saved in comparison to manually unloading large tanks is unparalleled.

By a simple turn of a switch, you can unload an entire red fermenter with minimal physical labor. Two stainless steel paddles turn on top of an internal reverse truncated cone and completely empties the large fermenter with ease. The paddles are controlled via a bottom mounted gearbox and motor. The unloading of pomace is even and gradual throughout the entire operation. A manway mounted on the inclined bottom allows the discharge of the pomace directly onto a conveyor, bin or adequate pump. Typically, we provide self-emptying red fermenters complete with automatic pump over systems. 

Criveller will be at the North Coast Wine Industry Expo Thursday December 1^st!  Come visit us at Booth 102 and see our new touch screen press panels!

Once again Criveller has had a very busy season! We have delivered 35 tanks and several pieces of equipment to our clients which include:

• Smith Anderson
• The Caves at Soda Canyon
• HQ Winery
• Sextant
• Fayard
• Judd’s Hill
• Evan’s Vineyard
• Brasswood
• Siduri Wines
• New Clairvaux Vineyard
• Piasta Wines

Criveller would like to thank all our client’s and we wish you a save & profitable harvest! Watch the below video of Criveller loading Smith Anderson’s 6000 Gallon Tanks!

Criveller West

707-431-2211

salessupport@criveller.com

Criveller East

905-357-2930

info@criveller.com

Criveller Group sources equipment with a proven record of performance, quality and value. Crush equipment is on its way and will be in stock soon. If you are considering purchasing new equipment for this season, please contact us for additional details and availability.

To see equipment in stock for immediate delivery go to http://www.criveller.com/products/in-stock-products/

To see equipment in action go to our product demonstrations at https://www.youtube.com/user/crivellerco

Contact one of our two North American locations:

Criveller Company on the East Coast

888-849-2266

info@criveller.com

Criveller California on the West Coast

707-431-2211

mail@criveller.com

During this time of unbelievable devastation in the Sonoma, Napa and Mendocino counties, Criveller California would like to loan our limited harvest equipment at NO CHARGE to our clients who's wineries have suffered equipment damage or wineries that cannot access their equipment due to the current fire situation. We have a few pumps, presses and 1 destemmer available for loan.

Contact us at 707-431-2211 or reply to this message and we will have someone contact you asap.

Criveller is committed to helping our clients anyway possible during this trying time.

Watch our interview with Chris Eberle of Eberle Winery, as he explains how easy his Criveller press and the new touchscreen panel is to use.

This organic system is constantly evolving to give you accurate estatimates for your pressing cycles. The system is designed to speed up the cycle if required, which ultimately reduces pressing times and will reduce possible oxidation.  This style of programming comes standard with our new touchscreen panel, while our competition either does not offer this functionality or charges an additional premium.

Criveller offers an extensive supply of parts and unparalleled technical support for all of our clients. Please contact us for details at one of our two North American locations, or your local sales representative!

Criveller Company on the East Coast:

888-849-2266 | info@criveller.com

Criveller California on the West Coast:

707-431-2211 | mail@criveller.com

With current yield predictions being up for this years harvest, Criveller has tanks in stock and ready to ship. For more than 30 years, Criveller Group has epitomized the best of this craft production by making stainless steel wine tanks with unsurpassed attention to detail. 

A few of the benefits you receive with Criveller tanks:

• Highly dimpled jackets to improve glycol passage up to 130% over competing styles
• Smoothly finished tank interiors and exteriors to increase the effectiveness of cleaning
• Only the highest quality, certified and documented stainless steel is used
• Heavy duty, proportional fully-stainless legs, welded to the tank base

At this time we have tanks ranging from 1500G - 3000G tanks along with 345, 475 and 660G Forkliftable Tanks.

Criveller California 707-431-2211 or mail@criveller.com for more information.

In addition to fermenters and storage tanks, Criveller Group provides technical support and superior winemaking and bottling equipment for discerning clients. More information is available at Criveller.com

Criveller Group is proud to announce Dylan Idlet as our new Account Executive for San Joaquin, El Dorado, Amador and Placer Counties. Dylan has a background in the glass industry and we are happy to have him join out team! 

Dylan is available to discuss new crush and bottling equipment in anticipation of the coming season. He can be contacted at 707-331-0079 or didlet@criveller.com.

Criveller California on the West Coast

707-431-2211

mail@criveller.com

Criveller Company on the East Coast

888-849-2266

info@criveller.com

Criveller has locally manufactured tanks in stock ready for the 2019 harvest. For more than 40 years, Criveller Group has epitomized the best of this craft production by making stainless steel wine tanks with unsurpassed attention to detail.

A few of the benefits you receive with Criveller tanks:

• Heavy duty dimpled cooling jackets for greater efficiency   
• Smoothly finished tank interiors and exteriors to increase the effectiveness of cleaning
• Only the highest quality, certified and documented stainless steel is used
• Heavy duty, large diameter adjustable stainless steel legs, welded to the tank base

At this time we have tanks ranging from 1500G - 3000G tanks along with 345, 475 and 660G Forkliftable Tanks.

Contact Criveller California at 707-431-2211 or mail@criveller.com for more information.

In addition to fermenters and storage tanks, Criveller Group provides technical support and superior wine making and bottling equipment for discerning clients. More information is available at Criveller.com

Criveller has several 340g and 475g closed top forkliftable tanks in stock, that can be delivered immediately.  Our forkliftable tanks offer a cylindrical design which offers the most optimal fermentation environment, for both red and white wines.  Criveller forkliftable tanks are designed with 4 sided forklift pockets, which provides you the ability to move the tanks from any side.  

Our forkliftable tanks come standard with the following:

• 100% Stainless Steel
• High end brushed finish
• Sloped bottom with drainage reset
• 4 sided forklift pockets
• 37” jacket with 1”NPT fittings for glycol
• Pressure/vacuum relief valve
• Sample valve
• Thermometer with thermowell
• Probe well

**Tanks are in-stock in our Healdsburg location**

Criveller California on the West Coast:
707-431-2211
mail@criveller.com

Criveller Company on the East Coast
888-849-2266
info@criveller.com

Criveller California is excited to announce our new Account Executive Jimmy Clement.  Jimmy began his career in the late 90’s at Capital Wine & Beverage in Columbia, SC and most recently worked at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates as their Business Development Manager.  Jimmy holds accreditation from the Court of Master Sommeliers, Wine and Spirits Educational Trust (WSET Level II), and has taken numerous courses at UC Davis & CIA at Greystone.

His 20+ years experience in Wine, Beer and Spirits allows him to provide expertise knowledge of these industries.  His positive attitude for success will enable him to excel in building solid relationships with his clients. Jimmy will be covering, Napa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Cruz counties.

You can reach Jimmy at 707-892-3887 or at jclement@criveller.com for all your equipment needs.

Build on this year’s successes for next year; plan now to order tanks and equipment from Criveller Group to use next season.

As this season’s grapes are pressed and the juice is stored, note what equipment is ready for replacement and how much additional capacity you need for next year. Take action now so you can really relax into the new year.

For more than thirty years, Criveller Group has provided internationally-recognized equipment and stainless steel tanks around the world. Tanks and equipment can be custom-configured now and delivered when you need them.

Criveller Group provides technical support, superior winemaking and bottling equipment and high-quality stainless steel tanks to discerning clients for more than 30 years. More information is available at Criveller.com or 888-849-2266.

Get ready for this year’s harvest. Criveller Group has placed preseason orders, and equipment will be in shortly. Products include:  presses, destemmers, pumps, elevators, sorting tables, and dosing hoppers.

If you are considering purchasing new equipment for this season, please contact us for additional details and availability.

Contact the nearest of our two North American locations:

Criveller Company on the East Coast

888-849-2266

info@criveller.com

Criveller California on the West Coast

707-431-2211

mail@criveller.com