The concept of Oxidation Reduction Potential – or ORP – isn’t revolutionary science; it’s been known throughout the winemaking and brewing communities for more than 80 years. ORP measures electron pressure; the tendency of a system to gain or lose electrons. Positive ORP, an electron-accepting process, creates an oxidizing environment, while negative ORP, an electron-donating reaction, creates a reducing environment. The effects of ORP chemical reactions on fermentation processes have been observed for decades. What’s groundbreaking for today’s modern winemaking community is that two top-notch, fermentation specialist companies have teamed up on the ability to accurately measure ORP dynamics in wine must, which vastly improves the potential for production winemaking controls across the board. Gusmer Enterprises, the leading manufacturer, supplier and innovator of products and services to beverage industries since 1924, is partnering with Hamilton Company, global pioneer in process ana

Presented by Vineyard Team, the Sustainable Winegrowing Podcast continued to be a go‑to resource for vineyard and winery professionals, delivering timely, practical insights straight from researchers and growers shaping the future of sustainable viticulture. From hybrid grapes and soil health to AI‑driven climate strategies and market dynamics, last year’s five most listened‑to episodes offered information listeners can apply immediately in their operations.  Beyond Foxy: The Case for Hybrid Winegrapes Episode 274 | Listen now  Forget everything you thought you knew about hybrid grapes. Adam Huss (Centralas Cellars) makes the case for these resilient, quality-driven varieties and why they’re gaining traction in a warming world.  Fungicide Resistance in Powdery and Downy Mildew: 10 Years of Vineyard Research Episode 278 | Listen now  Ismail Ahmed Ismail (South Australian Research and Development Institute) unpacks a decade of data on fungicide resist

Maintaining wine balance in a changing climate Climate change is reshaping the wine industry. In many wine regions, each year seems to set new records for the hottest or driest growing season, followed by the earliest harvest dates yet. Such accelerated ripening is disrupting grape physiology; phenolic and aromatic development fall out of sync, sugar levels soar, and acidity drops away (1). So how can we adapt and build a more resilient wine sector? The answer to this question is multifaceted. In the vineyards, grape growers are rethinking their management practices, adjusting canopy architecture, introducing shading or optimising irrigation (1,2). Some are reaching for higher altitudes or moving further from the equator in search of cooler conditions (1). Others are trialling alternative heat- and drought-tolerant varieties, from long-forgotten cultivars to newly bred plant material. In the cellars, winemakers may turn to pragmatic solutions such as dilution or blending strategi

New release highlights the company’s environmental milestone reinforcing its commitment to replacing its main energy source with a hybrid solution  December 9, 2025 (Fairfield, CA) – Leading premium glass bottle maker Saverglass, part of the Orora Group, proudly announces the successful transition of its North American  manufacturing site’s shift to a very low carbon electricity source. With this change, Saverglass continues to advance its externally validated SBTi greenhouse gas reduction roadmap and take a step closer to its global target of achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.  Matt Wilson, Senior Vice President Americas at Saverglass comments, “We have achieved a milestone in Saverglass’ CSR efforts to reduce our environmental footprint. Our Acatlan, Mexico facility has transitioned from carbon-based electricity to very low carbon electricity. The change has enabled us to reduce our site’s CO2 emissions by 30%&rdquo

Why Is Glass Bottle Packaging Important? Wine can be packaged in a variety of ways; however, consumers continue to prefer the conventional glass bottle packaging format, which is by far the most popular. Although glass bottle packaging has less flexibility in its ability to capture attention than labels , it can still convey a lot of information to the consumer and increase brand standout in-store. Purchasing wine is seen as having a high level of risk. People don’t want to risk purchasing wines that result in poor wine quality, financial risk, or social embarrassment. Therefore,  consumers search for information when browsing in-store to lower risk: price, varietal, region, brand/winery, or in-store recommendation. The majority of people who aren’t particularly interested in wine conduct their informational searching in-store and rely primarily on visual cues. A customer is more likely to buy wine if they recognize the brand name or have already tried it. Factors like

For Immediate Release  Release highlights the company's expertise in sustainably designed and produced glass bottles reinforcing its commitment to offering uniquely shaped packaging  Leading premium glass bottle maker Saverglass, part of the Orora Group, proudly announces the addition of the GOLDEN RESERVE glass bottle collection to its local spirits portfolio. Available for all colored spirits and ready to drink offerings, these new and available shapes are designed to cause pause. Earlier this year Saverglass introduced the MALTY bottle, the first in the collection. With its short bulbous neck shape and multi-color offering of pristine White-Flint, warm Amber and a rich Dark Amber, it also lends itself perfectly for cream liquors and premium ready to drink cocktail offerings. New and available in the collection are the BARLEY bottle and the CASK bottle. The BARLEY glass bottle, inspired by the barley grain, features a non-traditional silhouette with a carefully

Day Two at AWITC Adelaide – Done and Dusted! We had a fantastic day on the stand with our distribution partners, Redox, connecting with so many passionate people from across the wine industry. But we’re not done yet! We’re back at the Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference tomorrow ready for another round of great conversations and innovation. We’ll be showcasing our Pinnacle and Maurivin wine ingredient ranges—and yes, we’ll be sporting another set of outlandish workwear! Come and see what we’re wearing, and more importantly, discover how our products can help you craft exceptional wines. There’s still time to visit us before the technical conference wraps up. Don’t miss your chance to meet our expert team—Dr Anthony Heinrich, Dr Pierre Van Rensburg, and Dr Tina Tran—who are on hand to advise on all aspects of winemaking problem-solving. Whether you want to optimise fermentation, enhance flavour, or overcome