The international group Crealis, specializing in closure solutions for wine and spirits, is proud to announce the appointment of Enrico Bracesco as the new CEO.  With over 20 years of experience combining strategy and execution, Enrico Bracesco has extensive expertise in the industrial sector, particularly in multicultural and international environments. He has acquired valuable know-how in managing strategic transformations and leading growth acceleration projects, notably at Cimbali, equipment dedicated to the coffee world, and Technogym, world leader in fitness equipment. Based at Crealis' headquarters in Italy, Enrico Bracesco takes over the group's leadership to ensure activities in various markets. He reports directly to Crealis’ Board of Directors.  "I am very happy and excited to join the world leader in the capping and over-capping industry. Since its creation, Crealis has continuously demonstrated its ability to innovate and develop in its various

Emerging Irrigation Practices and Technologies in the Vineyard The second session in our 2024 Growing Forward series, presented by Verdi, is focused on innovative irrigation management practices and how technologies are transforming vineyard operations. Innovative irrigation management practices and technologies are transforming vineyard operations, addressing the critical challenges of water scarcity and rising farming costs. These advancements enable growers to enhance both the yield and quality of their grapes while conserving water and optimizing labor. Join us next week on Wednesday, June 26th, to hear from industry experts about new, actionable vineyard irrigation techniques you can implement today to maximize crop yield per drop, monitor crop stress, report on water usage, and more. Audience members will have an opportunity to ask their own questions and engage with the panel live during the broadcast. Session Panel: Dr. Luca Brillante, Bronco Wine Company Chair in Viticultu

More than just a purely marketing element of packaging, a scientific study demonstrates the protective role of capsules and foils on bottles of still and sparkling wine. Like any food product, wine bottles in retail areas and storage locations must ensure impeccable sanitary safety for consumers. To better understand bacteriological contamination on the necks of wine bottles, a laboratory, in collaboration with the Crealis Group—an international specialist in overcapping solutions—conducted a study on wine bottles with and without capsules or foils. The Capsule and Foil AN UNDISPUTED HYGIENIC SHIELD The capsule and foil represent an effective hygienic shield against the transmission of bacteria and mold. This is the conclusion from laboratory tests commissioned by Crealis from the CSI, the European reference center for the verification and certification of material and product compliance. To compare the hygienic quality of wine bottles with and without capsules and foils, a

Cutting-Edge Tech to Enhance Yields, Conserve Water, and Optimize Labor Amidst Rising Challenges. Registration is open for the second session in our 2024 Growing Forward series, presented by Verdi, focused on tackling the most pressing topics and issues faced throughout the grape-growing cycle. Can advanced irrigation practices, automation, and sustainable methods drive efficiency in modern viticulture? Innovative irrigation management practices and technologies are transforming vineyard operations, addressing the critical challenges of water scarcity and rising farming costs. These advancements enable growers to enhance both the yield and quality of their grapes while conserving water and optimizing labor. Join us on June 26th to hear from industry experts about new, actionable vineyard irrigation techniques you can implement today to maximize crop yield per drop, monitor crop stress, report on water usage, and more. Session Panel: Dr. Luca Brillante, Bronco Wine Compan

Afternoon Brief, November 21st

Angry French Winemakers Plan Mass Protest in Narbonne: Tension has been running high in southern France and winemakers are planning a major protest in Narbonne later this month over a crisis facing the industry...

In 1968, a winery owner asked Fred Ferronato and his partner, Charlie Levell, to build a couple of stainless steel wine tanks. Ferronato, who was working at a metal shop, said he thought they could handle the job.  The winery owner was Barney Fetzer of Fetzer Vineyards in Mendocino County, Calif., and those tanks are still being used more than 50 years later. That they’ve lasted so long speaks to the success that the Ferronato family has had with Santa Rosa Stainless Steel since then. The family’s second generation, son Mark and daughter Michele Cotta, oversees a thriving company in Santa Rosa, Calif. that makes tanks, parts and supplies, custom equipment, and does tank design. “We take great pride in our products, and we strive to give our customers the best experience and the finest quality products possible,” says Santa Rosa Stainless’ Cassandra Cape. “We have wonderful employees who always go the extra mile to make sure our product is e