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View article: Reducing Within-Vineyard Spatial Variability Through Real-Time Variable-Rate Fertilization: A Case Study in the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG Region
Reducing Within-Vineyard Spatial Variability Through Real-Time Variable-Rate Fertilization: A Case Study in the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG Region Open
Spatial variability in vine vigour and yield components is a major challenge for vineyard management and consistent grape quality, particularly in hilly landscapes. This study evaluates the impact of on-the-go variable-rate fertilisation (…
View article: Satellite Monitoring of Italian Vineyards and Spatio-Temporal Variability Assessment
Satellite Monitoring of Italian Vineyards and Spatio-Temporal Variability Assessment Open
Sentinel-2 (S2) is widely considered a reliable satellite constellation for monitoring several crops, such as grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.). A large dataset of Italian vineyards randomly chosen was monitored with S2 from 2017 to 2022. Two …
View article: Counteracting Grey Mould (Botrytis cinerea) in Grapevine ‘Glera’ Using Three Putative Biological Control Agent Strains (Paraburkholderia sp., Pseudomonas sp., and Acinetobacter sp.): Impact on Symptoms, Yield, and Gene Expression
Counteracting Grey Mould (Botrytis cinerea) in Grapevine ‘Glera’ Using Three Putative Biological Control Agent Strains (Paraburkholderia sp., Pseudomonas sp., and Acinetobacter sp.): Impact on Symptoms, Yield, and Gene Expression Open
This study examined the potential use of three bacterial strains—Paraburkholderia sp. strain CRV74, Pseudomonas sp. strain CRV21, and Acinetobacter sp. strain CRV19—as biocontrol agents of Botrytis cinerea in grapevine. These strains were …
View article: Genome wide association mapping of phenology related traits in Vitis vinifera L
Genome wide association mapping of phenology related traits in Vitis vinifera L Open
Climate change, with rise in temperatures, is leading to an advance in the dates of phenological stages, with a loss in quality of the grape final product. Therefore, the understanding of the genetic determinants driving the phenological s…
View article: Agronomic evaluation and adaptability of Pinot gris to an environment with high grey mould disease pressure: a comparative analysis on 17 clones
Agronomic evaluation and adaptability of Pinot gris to an environment with high grey mould disease pressure: a comparative analysis on 17 clones Open
The grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.) cultivar Pinot gris is an international variety that has spread world wide and is oneof the most important in Italy, especially in the northern regions where almost half of the world's total is grown. Over…
View article: Exploring the Influence of Soil Salinity on Microbiota Dynamics in Vitis vinifera cv. “Glera”: Insights into the Rhizosphere, Carposphere, and Yield Outcomes
Exploring the Influence of Soil Salinity on Microbiota Dynamics in Vitis vinifera cv. “Glera”: Insights into the Rhizosphere, Carposphere, and Yield Outcomes Open
In a world grappling with the severe effects induced by climate change, one of the most significant concerns affecting agriculture is the gradual decline in water quality for irrigation associated with reduced rainfalls and the consequent …
View article: Fertigation affects photosynthesis, modulation of secondary metabolism and sensory profiles of Vitis vinifera cv. “Schioppettino” withered grapes and wines
Fertigation affects photosynthesis, modulation of secondary metabolism and sensory profiles of Vitis vinifera cv. “Schioppettino” withered grapes and wines Open
Nowadays a balance in plant production is required, especially in terms of nutrition, yield and for an optimal aroma and sensory profile of resulted wines. In this research, we compared two different methods of plant nutrition: one-single …
View article: Triacontanol (long-chain alcohol) positively enhances the microbial ecology of berry peel in <i>Vitis vinifera</i> cv. ‘Glera’ yet promotes the must total soluble sugars content
Triacontanol (long-chain alcohol) positively enhances the microbial ecology of berry peel in <i>Vitis vinifera</i> cv. ‘Glera’ yet promotes the must total soluble sugars content Open
Grapevine is one of the most important woody perennial crops in Italy, both in terms of cultivated area and economic income. In recent years, the identification of effective and integrated tools for plant nutrition and manipulation to impr…
View article: Improving the Oenological Potential of Grapes for Prosecco PDO Sparkling Wine Thanks to Nitrogen Fertigation
Improving the Oenological Potential of Grapes for Prosecco PDO Sparkling Wine Thanks to Nitrogen Fertigation Open
Several researchers stated that climate change effects are arising quickly in the Mediterranean region. Temperature increasing and droughty summers are two of the most common patterns threatening sparkling wines’ grape quality. The present…
View article: Influence of Soil Chemical Features on Aromatic Profile of V. vinifera cv. Corvina Grapes and Wines: A Study-Case in Valpolicella Area (Italy) in a Calcareous and Non-Calcareous Soil
Influence of Soil Chemical Features on Aromatic Profile of V. vinifera cv. Corvina Grapes and Wines: A Study-Case in Valpolicella Area (Italy) in a Calcareous and Non-Calcareous Soil Open
In the Valpolicella area (Verona, Italy) one of the most important Italian wines is being produced: Amarone, predominately made by Vitis vinifera cv. Corvina. This wine is subjected to a specific postharvest process, namely, withering, whi…
View article: Effect of early cane pruning on yield components, grape composition, carbohydrates storage and phenology in <i>Vitis vinifera</i> L. cv. Merlot
Effect of early cane pruning on yield components, grape composition, carbohydrates storage and phenology in <i>Vitis vinifera</i> L. cv. Merlot Open
Dormant cane pruning has a great impact on vineyard management both in terms of labour costs and the time required to complete this field operation in the absence of mechanisation. In this study, we investigated over three seasons the infl…
View article: Tuning Potassium Fertilization to Improve pH and Acidity in Glera Grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.) under a Warming Climate
Tuning Potassium Fertilization to Improve pH and Acidity in Glera Grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.) under a Warming Climate Open
Potassium concentration in grape berries can affect acidity and pH in must and wines. Under the current warming scenario, where preserving equilibrated value for these grape parameters is increasingly challenging, K fertilization could rep…
View article: Characterization of Indigenous Microbial Communities in Vineyards Employing Different Agronomic Practices: The Importance of Trunk Bark as a Source of Microbial Biodiversity
Characterization of Indigenous Microbial Communities in Vineyards Employing Different Agronomic Practices: The Importance of Trunk Bark as a Source of Microbial Biodiversity Open
Microbiomes are essential to viticulture and winemaking since various fungi and bacteria can exert positive and negative effects on grape health and wine quality. The current work evaluates the communities of culturable fungi and bacteria …
View article: Effects of Traditional and Modern Post-Harvest Withering Processes on the Composition of the Vitis v. Corvina Grape and the Sensory Profile of Amarone Wines
Effects of Traditional and Modern Post-Harvest Withering Processes on the Composition of the Vitis v. Corvina Grape and the Sensory Profile of Amarone Wines Open
In the Valpolicella area (Verona, Italy) Vitis vinifera cv. Corvina is the main grape variety used to produce Amarone wine. Before starting the winemaking process, the Corvina grapes are stored in a withering (i.e., dehydrating) warehouse …
View article: Effects of Traditional and Modern Post-Harvest Withering Processes on the Composition of the Vitis v. Corvina Grape and the Sensory Profile of Amarone Wines
Effects of Traditional and Modern Post-Harvest Withering Processes on the Composition of the Vitis v. Corvina Grape and the Sensory Profile of Amarone Wines Open
In the Valpolicella area (Verona - Italy) Vitis vinifera cv. Corvina is the main grape variety used to produce Amarone wine. Before starting the winemaking process, the Corvina grapes are stored in a withering (i.e., dehydrating) warehouse…
View article: Winter Pruning: Effect on Root Density, Root Distribution and Root/Canopy Ratio in Vitis vinifera cv. Pinot Gris
Winter Pruning: Effect on Root Density, Root Distribution and Root/Canopy Ratio in Vitis vinifera cv. Pinot Gris Open
As in any other plant, the grapevine roots play a vital role in terms of anchorage, uptake of water and nutrients, as well as storage and production of chemicals. Their behaviour and development depend on various factors, namely rootstock …
View article: Geological Characteristics of Close Geographical Related Vineyards Influence Microbiomes of Two Soil Depth Profiles With Potential Impacts on Wine Quality
Geological Characteristics of Close Geographical Related Vineyards Influence Microbiomes of Two Soil Depth Profiles With Potential Impacts on Wine Quality Open
Background The role of soil microbiomes in agriculture is now becoming more and more important, leading to definition of plants as complex organisms formed by the plant itself plus the microbes inhabiting its tissues, the surface of every …
View article: Winter Pruning Effect on Root Density, Root Distribution and Root/canopy Ratio in <em>Vitis vinifera</em> cv. Pinot Gris
Winter Pruning Effect on Root Density, Root Distribution and Root/canopy Ratio in <em>Vitis vinifera</em> cv. Pinot Gris Open
As in any other plant, in the grapevine roots play a vital role in terms of anchorage, uptake of water and nutrients, as well as storage and production of chemicals. Their behaviour and development depend on various factors, namely rootsto…
View article: Infrared Thermography to Estimate Vine Water Status: Optimizing Canopy Measurements and Thermal Indices for the Varieties Merlot and Moscato in Northern Italy
Infrared Thermography to Estimate Vine Water Status: Optimizing Canopy Measurements and Thermal Indices for the Varieties Merlot and Moscato in Northern Italy Open
This study investigated the effectiveness of infrared thermography to estimate water status in Merlot and Moscato grown in northeast Italy by comparing the crop water stress index (CWSI) and the stomatal conductance index (IG). The influen…
View article: Phenolic profile and biological activity of table grapes (<i>Vitis vinifera L</i>.)
Phenolic profile and biological activity of table grapes (<i>Vitis vinifera L</i>.) Open
Table grapes are largely produced and consumed in the Mediterranean area. Furthermore, in the last years, the commercial interest in table grapes and other non-alcoholic grape products has notably increased worldwide. In addition to the nu…
View article: Phenolic profiles and anti-inflammatory activities of sixteen table grape (<i>Vitis vinifera</i>L.) varieties
Phenolic profiles and anti-inflammatory activities of sixteen table grape (<i>Vitis vinifera</i>L.) varieties Open
Fresh grapes contain phenolic compounds that have shown to exert antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities at gastric level.
View article: Influence of Blackberry Plants on the Aroma Profile of Vitis vinifera L. cv. Pinot Noir
Influence of Blackberry Plants on the Aroma Profile of Vitis vinifera L. cv. Pinot Noir Open
Aroma profile, plant association
View article: CHANGES IN TEXTURE ANALYSIS PARAMETERS OF WINE GRAPE BERRIES AT TWO RIPENESS STAGES: A STUDY ON VARIETAL EFFECT
CHANGES IN TEXTURE ANALYSIS PARAMETERS OF WINE GRAPE BERRIES AT TWO RIPENESS STAGES: A STUDY ON VARIETAL EFFECT Open
Ripening of grapes is associated with great modifications at both the chemical and physical level. The aim of this work was to describe the changes in physical-mechanical parameters associated to ripening of wine grape berries, as evaluate…
View article: Comparative Study of the Resveratrol Content of Twenty-one Italian Red Grape Varieties
Comparative Study of the Resveratrol Content of Twenty-one Italian Red Grape Varieties Open
The content of resveratrol and some related stilbenes (piceids and piceatannol) in 21 Italian red grapevarieties growing in the same edapho-climatic conditions and at the same stage of ripening was measured.Some varieties, like Barbera, Sc…
View article: Comparing Kaolin and Pinolene to Improve Sustainable Grapevine Production during Drought
Comparing Kaolin and Pinolene to Improve Sustainable Grapevine Production during Drought Open
Viticulture is widely practiced in dry regions, where the grapevine is greatly exposed to water stress. Optimizing plant water use efficiency (WUE) without affecting crop yield, grape and wine quality is crucial to limiting use of water fo…