We’re joined by Paolo Antoniali, CEO of Italiana Biotecnologie, to explore the potential of non-Saccharomyces yeast: from biocontrol strategies to reduce the use of sulfites, to sequential fermentations that lower alcohol content and enhance aromatic complexity.

Afternoon Brief, February 28th

Enrico Scavino, One of Piedmont's Winemaking Greats, Dies at 82: A member of the Barolo Boys, Scavino was unafraid to mix tradition with modernity in the name of outstanding wine...

Wineglobe and Bouchard Cooperages are pleased to announce a collaboration for representation in the US and Mexico while continuing limited involvement with Jaimee Motley from Jaimie Motley Wines and Fassbinderei Stockinger. The Bouchard Cooperages non-oak vessel portfolio includes vessels made from concrete, sandstone, terracotta, cocciopesto, stainless steel and now premium borosilicate glass adds Paolo Bouchard. Wineglobe, produced in Bordeaux France by the Paetzold family are single-piece glass globes that range from 25L – 400L with the most popular sizes being 115L and 220L which allows for the purest expression regarding terroir-driven wines. The Wineglobe was created in 2015 and in 2020 received the famous Vinitech Innovation Trophy award. Today, it represents the ultimate reference high-end cutting-edge vessel found in the most prestigious of cellars for the fermentation and aging of white and rosé wines and the aging of reds. Wineglobes have been shown to produce

"In my role I have a great opportunity. I do something that I professionally like in a company that puts sustainability first and which contributes to the future of my children." These are the words of Paolo Lavazza, who has always been passionate about environmental and social issues and has found Guala Closures to be the ideal place to work according to his values. In this video interview, Paolo retraces Guala Closures' achievements as part of a more ambitious journey that promotes #sustainability, #safety and #ethics Find out more on our corporate website: https://lnkd.in/dpjMRbQX

The leading Group in the production of closures is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions 44%, by 2030. Important targets have also been set for the responsible management of the supply chain and for promoting a corporate culture based on inclusion and diversity. Milan - Guala Closures Group, world leader in the production of closures for the spirits, and aluminium closures for wine, water, and oil markets, presents “Sustainable Together 2030”, its new 2023-2030 sustainability programme. This sets clear and ambitious corporate objectives involving three primary areas: Environment, People and Governance. “We are very proud of the path towards a sustainable approach undertaken by the company in recent years and made public with the preparation of the Sustainable Development Report – now in its twelfth edition – which will be released in the next days,” says Paolo Lavazza, Quality and Sustainability Director of Guala C

CANADELL ensures the quality and consistency of its oak adjuncts by overseeing the entire manufacturing process, from selecting trees in the forest to seasoning, fabricating, toasting, packaging and sales. This 100% vertical integration gives winemakers full traceability and confidence in the impact its oak will have on their wine. "The Canadell Family delivers a full range of premium oak products that are classically made, traditionally crafted, and extremely consistent," says Paolo Bouchard, Business Development Manager for Bouchard Cooperages, CANADELL’s exclusive partner in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. "Wineries producing everyday value and premium price point wines often appreciate the consistency and quality of the CANADELL portfolio," adds Sarah Lanzen, International Oak Alternatives Consultant at Bouchard Cooperages. "Their consumers rely on consistency in today's ever-changing world. CANADELL's approach has always

Guala Closures Group, manufacturer of aluminium and specialty closures, has announced its 2030 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This, it said, confirms they are meeting 1.5°C target, part of the group’s sustainability commitments to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 44% by 2030, from a 2020 base year. Guala Closures has also committed to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, and fuel and energy related activities, by 25% per million manufactured closures, within the same timeframe. The group has reduced its GHG emissions in 2021 on Scope 1 and 2 intensities by 40% from the 2016 base year. Paolo Lavazza, Guala Closures group quality and sustainability director, said, “This is a hugely important step along our sustainability strategy pathway. To have our near-term target validated gives us, as well as our customers and suppliers, clear evidence we are on the ri

Acquisition broadens the company’s presence in the Balkans with additional glass packaging solutions for the food, soft drink, beer, and spirit markets Berlin Packaging, the world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, announced today the acquisition of European Packaging Solutions (“EPS”), a family-owned distributor of glass packaging solutions. Founded in 2005 in Tirana, Albania, EPS expanded its operations to Bulgaria in 2013. With offices and warehouses in both countries, EPS has an impressive range of standard and bespoke glass packaging solutions and has created 30 private molds for the exclusive use of its customers. Berlin Packaging entered the Balkans in 2021 with its acquisition of Elias Valavanis S.A., a supplier of glass packaging for the food and beverage industries based in Greece. “With the acquisition of EPS, we extend our operations to new countries in Europe. This first-rate glass packaging supplier in the food and beverage industries

EPI Acquires Isole E Olena, Iconic Chianti Classico Estate 

Following the acquisition of Biondi-Santi in Montalcino in 2017, EPI strengthens its presence in Italy, with the acquisition of this historic Tuscan estate. June 3rd – EPI, the independent family […]

  Master Coopers USA, a line of premium American oak barrels from Bouchard Cooperages has partnered with 1% For The Planet and has improved their barrel packaging to make it more eco-friendly and sustainable. Paolo Bouchard, Business Development Manager at Bouchard Cooperages explains that it is the industry standard for every single barrel to be wrapped individually with plastic wrap, cardboard and plastic stickers or tape. If the barrel is not well sealed via plastic wrap, it risks to loose it’s humidity which can lead to leaks. Also, if the bilge of the barrel is not well protected (typically with cardboard) it can suffer aesthetic and structural damage during transit. But one of the outcomes explains Paolo is that “all of this wrapping and protecting of the barrel for the final customer means a lot of packaging that generates lots of waste”. So many winemakers tell me “what they dislike the most about barrel delivery season is the amount of waste that f