The grape-harvest is the culmination of the work in the vineyard and the beginning of the work in the winery. So naturally, a very exciting time for everyone involved. Boutinot vineyards are very site-specific. We believe that each vineyard will …
is for sure an understated description of weather conditions under our South African skies, with temperatures reaching 45 degree C in some wine growing areas this week. Luckily, the growing season was mild to cool. The amount of ground waterlevels …
The South African wine industry is positive that a good growing season will yield a larger harvest, despite a decline in the area under vines in recent years. Following a cold winter and moderate to warm spring with good, even …
“The grapes from old vineyards are, like men, more tame and easily deliver a better quality grape, more adapted to the place conditions.” The life cycle of a vineyard is so similar to that of us humans. When young, full …
Boutinot’s vineyards in South Africa are a hype of activity. Suckering and thinning of the vines is a very important viticultural practice and receives high priority on the vineyard management calendar. This is a process where the shoots are thinned …
