Below are links to research projects currently being undertaken in the Centre.
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Composition of grapes
High quality wines obviously require healthy grapes, but an understanding of factors that control the composition of grapes is seen as an important route to ensuring that wines meet customer expectations for flavour and style. |
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Grape growing
Viticultural trials aim to provide an understanding of the physiological response of vines to factors such as crop load, leaf area and rootstock and provide guidelines to commercial growers. |
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Oenology
Measurements of wine sensory parameters linked to environment and viticulture practices include proteins, grape and wine phenolics and volatile aroma compounds. |
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Sensory evaluation
Sensory evaluation of wine involves employing a human observer to make judgements about the qualities of wine, but our knowledge of the processes involved is still somewhat limited. |
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Vineyard practice
Successful grapegrowing requires a knowledge of the interactions - both positive and negative - between the grapevine and the wider environment. |
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Wine consumers and wine tourism
Ultimately we want people to drink and enjoy the wine we produce! |