Centre for Viticulture and Oenology
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The Centre for Viticulture and Oenology acts as a focus for interdisciplinary research on wine, from soil to glass, at Lincoln University.
The objectives of the Centre are to:
- Become an internationally recognised centre for research associated with Pinot noir
- Create research synergies and enhance research output through an interdisciplinary approach to viticulture and wine-oriented research
- Develop expertise in research on the social and cultural aspects of wine production and consumption
- Increase value to the New Zealand wine industry through improved understanding of the relationships between environment, viticultural practices and wine quality
- Provide the expertise required by New Zealand as a producer of high quality wine by training people with innovative vineyard management, wine-making and wine business skills.
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Berry composition and wine quality of Pinot noir as affected by leaf area to crop load ratio
(Lincoln University, 2015)The effect of vine leaf area (LA) relative to crop load (CL) was investigated in the cool climate growing region of Canterbury, New Zealand, using Pinot noir (clone 10/5) Vertical Shoot Positioning (VSP) trained vines. ... -
Manipulating the functionality of grape seeds products through reflective mulching and wine fermentation
(The Cotswold Hotel, Christchurch, 2008)Poster presentation of research carried out to investigate the effect of reflective mulching and wine fermentation on the fatty acids and the phenolics profiles of grape seed. -
Measuring grape damage as an indicator of bird pressure
(2009)The Falcons for Grapes project was originally funded by SFF and NZ Winegrowers with joint objectives of conservation and of establishing falcons in vineyards where they would provide some bird control. In conjunction with ... -
Influence of natural reflective mulch on Pinot noir grape and wine quality
(Lincoln University. Centre for Viticulture and Oenology., 2007-12)The intention of conducting this project is to investigate the potential of addressing the problem of excessive sugar (potential alcohol) levels in Pinot noir at harvest. This was attempted by modifying the ripening ... -
The influence of vine vigour and canopy ideotype on fruit composition and aroma of Sauvignon Blanc
(Lincoln University, 2009)The influence of soil texture on canopy growth, vine yield, and fruit composition of Sauvignon blanc were assessed on a mature vineyard from the Rapaura area in Marlborough. The subject vines were mature Sauvignon blanc ...
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