Welcome to Wine Business Monthly's annual Unified Wine & Grape Symposium Preview issue. The Unified Wine & Grape Symposium has become the nation's largest wine and grape trade show. The following pages highlight over 180 wine industry products and services that will be featured at this year's show. If you have plans to attend, preview and take along this guide to help determine which booths you'd like to visit. If you can't make it to this year's show, you will still find this comprehensive listing helpful in staying abreast of the latest industry developments.
Using this GuideMore than 450 industry suppliers will be exhibiting during the 2005 Unified show, and in 2004 there were over 9,500 attendees, which can make navigating your way across the trade show floor a challenge.
The following guide offers a sneak peak at many of the products that will be exhibited during the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium, organized by product category and sub-category. From barrels, oak alternatives and bottles to presses, pumps and yeast, dozens of new innovations will be introduced at this year's show.
The following information was gathered by Wine Business Monthly through a survey asking exhibitors what products they would be introducing or featuring. You may find it useful to check the boxes next to companies whose booths you'd like to visit at the show.
UWGS 2005 Booth number appears after company name.
Cooperage: Barrels
Barrel Associates International 1125
Napa, CA ph:707-257-0714 • www.wineoak.com
Barrels: Dargaud & Jaegle, Barrel Associates International
Description: Crafted in the Burgundy region of France, from the highest quality oak, Dargaud & Jaegle barrels are known for their sweet character and elevation of fruit. Widely used on Burgundian varieties, such as Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, they are quickly gaining a reputation for adding spice and complementing the tannin structure of Bordeaux- and Rhone-style wines. The top-of-the-line Marcel Cadet barrel is built from three-year seasoned oak from the most respected forests in France. Produced in limited quantities, this barrel is a great choice for any winery's flagship wine. Barrel Associates International's American Oak barrels are built in three different bending methods: Classic Fire-bent, Premium Water-bent and the innovative Deep Toast. Each method provides its own flavors and aromas to the wine and can be tailored to the individual wine style. Widely used in the U.S., Barrel Associates International barrels are also widely used in Australia as a complement to Shiraz. These barrels are also available in 265- and 300-liter formats.
Difference: Waterbending of both the Dargaud & Jaegle and the Barrel Associates Barrels offers another element to the "Spice Rack" ideal of barrel use. Adding sweetness and texture, without the harsh wood tannins often associated with fire-bent barrels, these barrels add complexity and layers to the winemaker's best effort. The Deep Toast barrel is a proprietary method for adding the best components of water-bending and fire-bending to the barrel building process. Deep Toast barrels provide elevated levels of vanillin and guaiacol as well as the creme brulee/caramel components.
Gamba USA 1512
Napa, CA ph:707-696-9005 • www.bottigamba.com
NEW Total Quality Control
Description: As part of Gamba's commitment to Total Quality Control, the cooperage has completed certification for Brettanomyces-, Tribromoanosal- (TBA) and Trichloroanisole- (TCA) free barrels. The independent auditor will continue periodic random sampling of raw stave wood to comply with certification and insure the highest quality possible. In addition, all barrels are heat-shrink wrapped prior to shipment in order to eliminate the possibility of contamination during transit.
Difference: Fabbrica Botti Gamba has been family-owned and operated continuously for 215 years. The Italian cooperage is located in the Piedmonte province of Northern Italy. Gamba crafts premium barrels, upright wooden tanks and fermenters, casks and puncheons. The annual barrel production is approximately 10,000 worldwide. It is the only Italian cooperage distributed in the United States.
Gamba sources tight-grain, forest-specific French, American and Eastern European Oak and exclusively offers 36-month, naturally air-dried barrels. During the individual toasting of the barrels, Gamba utilizes an infrared monitoring system to regulate the toast temperature and duration. The slow toast has been proven to be more homogeneous and promotes deeper penetration into the stave. This process reduces blistering, and the result is a sweeter toast that softens the aromatic compounds.
Mendocino Cooperage 835 & 934
Ukiah, CA ph:707-744-7425 • www.mendocinocooperage.com
American Oak Barrels
Description: Mendocino Cooperage offers Northern, Appalachian and Ozark American oak barrels available in 225L, 228L, 265L and 300L sizes.
Difference: Mendocino Cooperage's oak research team (unique in the industry) is focused on understanding regional qualities and distinct oak profiles of this country's forests, with a commitment to sustainability. This goal is supported by a team of artisans in North America's only ISO 9001:2000-certified cooperage, who work to ensure that the characteristics of the barrels are both unique and predictable.
Nadalie USA/Tonnellerie Française 421 & 520
Calistoga, CA ph:707-942-9301
NEW Perle Blanche
Description: The new Perle Blanche barrel is specifically selected and toasted for accenting a wine's fruity and spicy character. These two different barrels are available in Bordeaux Export and Burgundy Export styles. This French wood selection is made from the tightest forests available and aged for a minimum of two years.
Difference: This selection of wood and toast follows generations of experimentation by the Nadalie Family in France. Barrels are available now for experimentation before committing to next year's barrel order.
Pickering Winery Supply 534, 536 & 538
San Francisco, CA ph:415-474-1588 • www.winerystuff.com
NEW Tonnellerie Meyrieux Fils
Description: Tonnellerie Meyrieux Fils is a Burgundian cooper known for their long toasting regime and innovative "chimney stack" aging process. These barrels produce toasty, rich, spicy flavors, and are well integrated without overpowering the fruit. For those wineries producing powerful Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs as well as extracted Syrahs, these barrels are the perfect choice. The Bordeaux shape is new for 2005.
Difference: Unlike the majority of barrels available today, these barrels are aged in open squares called "chimney stacks" which allow the wood to age more evenly and thoroughly than the closed stacking prevalent in Burgundy. Additionally, the toasting regimen is marked by having six small braziers arranged in a u-shape. The first barrel is placed over the first brazier where it remains for 15 minutes. It is then flipped upside down to the second brazier. A second barrel is added to the first brazier. Every 15 minutes the procedure is repeated, adding another barrel until there are six barrels on the six braziers. After 1 1/2 hours, the first barrel has made the tour of all six braziers and is removed.
Rich Xiberta-Magrenan P1
Cotati, CA ph:707-795-1800 • www.rxgroup.com
NEW American Finesse Oak
Description: Rich Xiberta-Magrenan offers a special American oak selection with tighter grain carefully selected after years of research and development. The grain is much tighter than regular American Oak, adding more fine aromas during extended periods of time. The medium-grain tighter texture allows an excellent aging evolution, assuring a great extraction of polisacarids and tannins resulting in richer wines.
Difference: This barrel respects the fruit more than other American oaks. It adds tropical flavors, such as pineapple, vanilla and buttery aromas. In blind tastings, some winemakers have confused Magrenan American Finesse with French oak varietals.
Seguin Moreau Napa Cooperage Inc 1235
Napa, CA ph:707-252-3408 • www.seguinmoreau.com
Oak Barrels, Cooperage Supplies, Silicone Bungs
Description: American Oak: Seguin Moreau American oak barrels are crafted from wood sourced from the northern Midwest. With their aging yard in Perryville, Missouri, Seguin Moreau controls the air-drying, maturation process, toasting and custom coopering to each client's specifications.
French Oak: Using the "Savoir Faire" of French coopers from Bordeaux and Burgundy, Seguin Moreau builds the highest quality barrel. In addition to supplying barrels made of Allier, Nevers, Tronçais, Centre of France, Vosges and Limousin oak, Seguin Moreau offers proprietary Haute Futaie blends: SC Selection Cabernet (Allier/Tronçais style), SR Selection Rouge (Nevers, Allier style), SVT Selection Vendages Tardives (Tronçais selection) and Chagny Burgundy barrels for Chardonay, Pinot Noir and Syrah.
European Oak (Référence Barrel): The Seguin Moreau RéférenceTM barrel is the result of scientific breakthroughs and experience gained over more than 15 years by the Seguin Moreau research team at the Bordeaux Oenology Faculty. It finds its place in their product line alongside the "Haute Futaie" and Russian Oak barrels. The Seguin Moreau Référence offers an alternative to French oak.
Russian Oak: Russian oak has always been highly considered among the sources of oak from the various regions of Europe and the world. Seguin Moreau identified the best sessile oak in the territory of Adygey in the Caucasus region and uses it for their Russian oak barrel. Similar in style to the French sessile oak barrels, the "Chêne du Caucase" barrels impart unique characteristics to wine.
Difference: In partnership with the Bordeaux Faculty of Oenology, Seguin Moreau has succeeded in shedding new light on the interactions between wood and wine. An example of this can be seen in their development of the U-StaveTM barrel, a traditional barrel with deep "u-shaped" grooves resulting in increased contact area between the wood and the wine. As further testimony to their commitment to research, Seguin Moreau has collaborated with Dr. Pascal Chatonnet over a 20-year period to study the evolution of wood compounds under specific temperature and humidity conditions. The result was the development of the controlled aging process whereby the evolution of the wood compounds can be regulated to compensate for irregularity of natural climatic conditions.
Other New American Oak Products: Hybrid barrel with French heads (also available in U-Stave barrel) and Appalachian oak coopered in the French style over an open wood fire, to achieve elegant flavors from toasting.
T.W. Boswell 811
Napa, CA ph:707-255-5900 • www.twboswell.com
Barrels
Description: T.W. Boswell barrels include the Côte d'Or,Médoc and Legacy. Each barrel has a particular style designed to match specific wine types. The Côte d'Or is for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir while the Médoc suits Bordeaux style reds. The Legacy is an Old-World style barrel available in French, American or Eastern European Oak.
Difference: The cooperage hand selects premium oak from the prestigious forests of France and the U.S. The result is a stylish barrel with superb workmanship.
The Vadai World Trade Ent LLC 843
San Gabriel, CA ph:626-289-8250
Zemplen Forest Hungarian Barrels
Description: The Vadai World Trade Ent. manufactures 1/2 to 1,000 liter sizes of Zemplen forest, Hungarian oak barrels made from the Quercus Petrea and Quercus Sessiles species of oak. These are the same tight-grained species as the Nevers and Allier species of oak in France. One-half liter to 50-liter sizes are available in plain or handcarved heads, including a stand, tap and bung. A handcarved crest or logo is also available. Barrels up to five liters are always beeswax lined to prevent wine, brandy or vinegar from changing its original flavor. Larger barrels, the 10- to 50-liter sizes, can be beeswax lined or toasted as requested. The barrels come in round or oval shapes, as well as in Hungarian, Bordeaux or Burgundy styles. Toastings are available according to winery preference.
Difference: What differentiates Vadai wine and brandy barrels from many other competitors is the Zemplen forest where the logs are harvested from. The forest has a unique mineral content that is imparted to the wine or brandy, creating an elegant taste. Winemakers in California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Arizona and Canada are currently using Vadai barrels. Additionally, winemakers are offered more flexibility in choosing their barrel due to the wide range of various sizes and styles that the company produces.
Tonnellerie Bordelaise 1619
Carmel, CA ph:831-625-0304 • www.tonnellerie-bordelaise.com
Tonnellerie Bordelaise French Oak Barrels
Description: Tonnellerie Bordelaise offers a full range of Bordeaux- and Burgundy-style barrels made from the finest grain sessile oak from the forests of Central France. To ensure optimal seasoning, staves are stored in outdoor yards for up to 36 months, then fashioned into barrels under the experienced eye of Master Cooper Didier Fesil. All barrels are custom-made to order to meet each customer's specifications.
Difference: Tonnellerie Bordelaise is a small cooperage that makes artisan-style barrels. They source and mill their own French oak, which allows them to trace and control every piece of wood from specific forest lot to finished barrel. Traceability is guaranteed. The company ages their stave wood in their own outdoor yards for 24 to 36 months to achieve optimal seasoning.
Tonnellerie Quintessence 1036
Sonoma, CA ph:707-935-3452 • www.tonnelleriequintessence.com
NEW Barrels
Description: Tonnellerie Quintessence crafts Burgundy and Bordeaux barrels that blend contemporary expertise with the style expected from a French cooperage. Tonnellerie Quintessence is now the U.S. distributor for Heinrich Cooperage, located in the Barossa Valley.
Difference: A total quality certification process for wood origin, grain tightness, stave age and toasting guarantees quality throughout the process at Tonnellerie Quintessence. The newly offered Heinrich Barrique made in Australia is ideal for U.S. winemakers wanting to make Australian-style Shiraz.
Tonnellerie Radoux USA Inc 119
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-284-2888 • www.tonnellerieradoux.com
Oak Barrels
Description: Tonnellerie Radoux USA's French Oak barrels come from Haute Futaie-grown oak from forests maintained for hundreds of years under strict French regulations. Only the tightest-grain oak is selected from the forests in the center of France, Vosges and central European areas. The company's American Oak barrels are also the highest quality white oak from Missouri, Minnesota and the Appalachian regions. French Oak and American Oak barrels, puncheons, chips and stave-inserts are offered by Tonnellerie Radoux.
Difference: Each barrel is produced to meet a wine's and winemaker's distinctive style, and personalized service is reinforced by strict quality control to ensure consistency. Radoux has a dedicated Research and Development team dedicated to producing new toasting techniques and levels to maximize the oak's beneficial influence on a particular varietal of wine. In 2004 Radoux introduced their special Sangiovese toasted Barrels, and in 2005 they will be introducing a barrel specifically for Pinot Noir.
This year, Radoux has purchased a van customized with all the tools necessary to make repairs and modifications to barrels at the winemaker's site, whether they are Radoux barrels or from another cooperage.
Trust International Corp 200
Palm Beach, FL ph:561-540-4043 • www.barrelmakers.com
Oak Barrels
Description: Trust International Corp. offers Hungarian and American oak barrels. The wood is air-seasoned a minimum of 24 months, and some at a minimum of 36 months. The styles offered by Trust International include: Bordeaux 225L (Export, Thin stave, Chateau Styles, Traditional); Burgundy 228L (Export, Traditional, Drouhin), 265L, 300L and 500L. Oak adjuncts, chips and barrel stave insert systems are also available.
Difference: Trust International offers quality barrels crafted by their master cooper in their state-of-the-art facility in Southern Hungary.
World Cooperage 811
Napa, CA ph:707-255-5900 • www.worldcooperage.com
Barrels
Description: Barrel Profiling uses the latest temperature sensors, a computer network and touch-screen monitors to toast every barrel coopered; the cooper simply inputs the barrel's wood specifications and desired toasting profile. The computer directs the cooper to increase, decrease or maintain the barrel's current temperature to reach the desired profile, which results in unparalleled product consistency.
Difference: With Barrel Profiling, winemakers are able to customize aromas and flavors derived from the barrel. Oak maturation expert, Dr. Jim Swan, and research director, David Llodra, partner with winemakers to develop signature barrel profiles.
Cooperage: Barrel AccessoriesSan Luis Obispo, CA ph:805-543-3008 • www.alasco.com
Barrel Bungs
Description: Alasco Rubber offers 100 percent food-grade silicone barrel bungs, specializing in fermentation bungs and solid storage bungs in various sizes to fit any and all applications. Predominantly white in color, other colors (green, yellow, burgundy) are also available.
Difference: Alasco Rubber is a leader in fermentation and solid barrel closures for winery customers around the world. Fermentation bungs are easier to clean than competitors'; and when locked down after fermentation and used as a solid bung, they hold a vacuum just like a solid bung. Solid bungs are made in a wide variety of sizes to fit any and all applications.
The Boswell Company 1107
San Rafael, CA ph:415-457-3955 • www.boswellcompany.com
The Boswell Bung
Description: Durability, design and manufacturing processes are important aspects to consider when choosing silicone rubber bungs. All bungs are subject to the effects of repeated contact with sulphur dioxide over time. Bung durability is directly proportionate to the quality level of the raw material used before milling. Among FDA-approved ratings, there are many available grades of silicone rubber for different applications; the higher the quality, the more durable the bung. Boswell bungs are made from the highest quality material approved for food handling.
Bungs should be designed to seal the tapered bunghole completely from top to bottom. The bottom of the bung should not project into the wine. Bungs that fit correctly are less susceptible to deterioration. Ergonomic domed tops are easy to handle in the cellar. The dome also minimizes liquid accumulation. Date stamping on bungs allows you to track longevity. Boswell bungs are designed with all these requirements in mind.
Difference: Manufacturing processes are crucial to create the best performing bung. The higher the density of the silicone rubber, the more resistance to degradation over time. Specific curing processes produce the necessary density. The inner metallic surfaces of the bung mold must be carefully maintained to produce a desirable finished product. Boswell bungs are manufactured in a controlled environment using attentive curing methods and superior bung molds.
Alasco Rubber & Plastics Corp 931
Ed Guinee & Associates Inc 2404
Carmichael, CA ph:800-878-2784
Humi-Fan
Description: Humi-Fan is a custom-engineered, automated humidification system for medium-to- large wine barrel aging rooms. The system combines a high velocity, oscillating fan with micro-fine misting nozzles to establish and maintain high relative humidity levels evenly throughout the space without any condensation. The fan can be mounted to a wall or ceiling above the barrels. The high pressure pump station can provide water to multiple fans, and features absolute quality water filtration and an axial vein, oil-less pump for extra clean discharge, reduced system maintenance and extended nozzle life. High relative humidity levels are automatically maintained by an accurate humidistat and controlled with a user-friendly touch screen panel. The control panel has many redundant safety features to prevent over-humidification and system damage from low water pressure and electrical failure. This PLC-based controller can also be integrated to control existing temperature and other systems.
Ed Guinee & Associates, Inc. is also completing testing on the Humi II, an economical, automated humidification system designed for small barrel rooms. The Humi II will be sold as a kit, including a flexible, high-pressure hose nozzle bar or fan ring, a pre-plumbed pump station, humidity sensor and programmable control. All that is needed to run the system is a hose outlet for water supply and 110V electrical supply.
Difference: Stationary emitter line systems require many nozzles, and the mist falls directly over the barrels. The Humi-Fan system quickly pushes moisturized air horizontally above the barrels, and the oscillating air movement aids in maintaining more even temperature and humidity levels throughout the space. The centralized nozzle ring mounted to the fan reduces the number of nozzles required to humidify the space, is much easier to observe for potential clogging or leaking, and dramatically reduces the labor required to service the nozzles.
Ferm-Rite Inc 300
Woodbridge, CA ph:209-794-2700 • www.ferm-rite.com
Ferm-Rite Breathing Bung
Description: The Ferm-Rite bung has a unique multi-hole design and state-of-the-art manufacturing that produces a product that will give years of satisfaction.
Difference: Ferm-Rite offers a bung with a multi-hole design that helps with releasing gas while the bung stays in the barrel.
Gamajet Cleaning Systems Inc 1042
Devault, PA ph:877-426-2538 • www.gamajet.com
NEW All-In-One Barrel Cleaner
Description: The new Gamajet All-In-One Cleaning Machine provides a new departure from the traditional necessity of moving and rotating barrels for cleaning. By combining high-performance impingement cleaning with integrated vacuum extraction, the All-In-One now allows barrels to be easily cleaned and emptied, in place and with the barrels in an upright position. Barrels no longer need to be moved or turned for cleaning.
The All-In-One features the same impingement cleaning technology and performance as the widely recognized Gamajet E-Z7 Barrel Blaster while at the same time, the unit's integrated vacuum extractor will empty the barrel in less than two minutes. The lightweight, hand-held machine is designed for operation at flow rates of as low as three gallons per minute, and its unique design directs the majority of its flow to cleaning, not powering the unit itself. As its name implies, the new All-In-One includes everything needed to clean and empty barrels in place and without the need for turning.
Difference: The All-In-One offers greater convenience and more power. Unlike competitive machines, the All-In-One directs almost all of its flow into the barrel for cleaning, rather than losing a significant amount of its force in turning the impellers of the machine. The All-In-One is also ruggedly constructed and will withstand rough handling.
Holt of California E
West Sacramento, CA ph:916-373-4100 • www.holtca.com
RGB Wine Barrel Racks
Description: Holt of California offers RGB Wine Barrel Racks. The patented design places no stress on the barrels themselves. Barrel stacks are straight and stable.
Difference: RGB wine racks are much more earthquake safe than the traditional cradle-style rack, which depends on the barrel below it for its stability.
Rapidfil Pty Ltd 2611
Heidelberg West, Victoria, Australia ph: 61 3 9455 3339 • www.rapidfil.com.au
Rapidfil Oak Barrel Filling/Emptying Unit
Description: The Rapidfil Unit automatically fills, empties or tops barrels precisely and consistently. Barrels can be emptied without sucking air (avoiding DO pick up), and at least one liter of additional wine can be gained from each barrel. Wine can be racked accurately, with the height adjustable for each barrel. Barrels can be filled accurately to full (without overflows); the fill-height is adjustable for fermenting wines to allow for headspace. Topping head allows barrels to be topped accurately in place without pulling racks down.
Difference: The new detachable heads allow easy removal of the head from the end of the hose. Only one set of hoses is used, which makes storage easier and is more user-friendly when changing from filling to emptying. Rapidfil can reduce maintenance costs for hose replacement. The new ferment head allows fermenting wine (excessive foaming) to be filled with less foam. The butterfly valve design is hygienic.
Rich Xiberta USA P1
Cotati, CA ph:707-795-1800 • www.rxgroup.com
NEW Double-Barrel Washer
Description: Rich Xiberta USA is exhibiting its double-barrel washer with automatic centering, multidirectional system, high-pressure washing (1100 psi) and incorporated ozone system. Features include the washing and racking automated trains: automatic centering, automated racking of the wine, sulfurizing, multidirectional system and high-pressure washing (1100 psi) with incorporated ozone system.
Difference: Automation of the barrel centering, washing and racking functions differentiate this product from others. The multidirectional system works at 1100psi, another unique feature.
NEW Fermentation Bung
Description: Rich Xiberta USA offers a new patented fermentation bung design made with food- and medical-graded silicon.
Difference: There is no other fermentation bung easier to clean than the Rich Xiberta F-19 model.
NEW Kupela
Description: Rich Xiberta USA is offering a new barrel rack with wheels for easy manipulation of the barrels. The barrel is not stressed by the weight of barrels stacked on top.
Difference: This rack has a stronger structure than other barrel racks in the market. The Rich Xiberta barrel rack makes it easier to rotate the barrel and extract wine samples.
Western Square Industries 900 & 902
Stockton, CA ph:209-944-0921 • www.westernsquare.com
Barrel Racks
Description: Western Square is the world market leader in the manufacturing of barrel racks and barrel pallets for the winery industry. All Western Square racks are designed to accommodate all oak barrels from 15- to 70-gallon capacity, in both Bordeaux and Burgundy barrel shapes. We offer an impressively strong Double Bar Rack with two pairs of connecting bars, a Low Profile Rack for stacking six barrels high, and a Four Barrel Rack, also for stacking six barrels high but with greater stability. Remember to ask us about our vineyard trailers, picking bins and fermentation bins.
Difference: Western Square racks are powder-coated with the most modern, sophisticated powder coating equipment, including a three-stage phosphate bath on an automated line. The consistency of the high-quality product can also be attributed to the fact that many of our racks are now being produced with robotic welding equipment. Western Square's customer list reads like a Who's Who of the wine industry worldwide. We pride ourselves on the service we supply and on our long-term relationships with our big and small customers everywhere.
Cooperage: Oak AlternativesWindsor, CA ph:707-836-9742 • www.cantoncooperage.com
NEW XTRAOAK's Cordon Insert System
Description: Canton's oak alternative division, XTRAOAK, is introducing its new Cordon Tank Insert System. The pre-assembled Cordon Oak Insert bundles install easily on the interior wall of any tank. A winemaker can create their own "house" oak style by combining toast levels or different types of oak within a single tank. Available in French or American oak, Canton cooperage-grade inserts have been naturally seasoned and can be toasted to fit your specific needs. All hardware used with our Cordon bundles is food grade 304 and 316 stainless steel.
Difference: Some insert systems require that the inserts be installed one at a time. With the XTRAOAK Cordon System, inserts are pre-assembled in bundles, allowing quick installation and removal.
Canton Cooperage712 & 714
Innerstave LLC 334
Sonoma, CA ph:707-996-8781 • www.innerstave.com
Innerstave Fan
Description: Innerstave's fan system is easy to use in a tank of any size. The fan represents 100 percent of the surface of a 225L barrel and produces about 120 percent of the aroma. The 20 staves are linked together by a food-grade plastic tie and can be attached to any device that a winery has in their tank.
Difference: The fan is easy to install. A proprietary toasting process delivers the right oak aromas for wine. Our oak fan system will especially enhance the sweetness and butterscotch, vanilla and coconut aromas and flavors of wines.
savour oak/newpak USA, Inc 1010 & 1012
Benicia, CA ph:707-746-0353 • www.corksupplyusa.com
NEW Savour Oak
Description: Savour Oak is a convection-toasted oak adjunct for winemaking. Savour Oak comes in three types: French, American and Eastern European oak. Flavors are mellow and smooth: vanilla, cream, marshmallow. The wood is barrel-quality and is air-dried for three years before use. Savour Oak is available as staves for tanks, as inserts for barrels, in biscuits and chips.
Difference: It is convection toasted, allowing for a more uniform and thorough toast.
StaVin Inc 411 & 510
Sausalito, CA ph:415-331-7849 • www.stavin.com
NEW French-Hungarian-American Oak Beans
for Red Wine Fermentations
Description: StaVin is offering several new oak integration products. The StaVin slow traditional fire-toasted, three-year seasoned, French, Hungarian and American Oak Bean has been used worldwide by winemakers as a natural fermentation tool. The Oak Bean, along with StaVin's prescription of macro-aeration, is being implemented to increase red wine flavor and body, and also to minimize sulfide and "green" characters. Additionally, the StaVin Bean will aid in initializing the stabilization of color and for cross-linking anthocyanin and tannins in red wine fermentation.
The StaVin Beans and Stave Fans for tanks involve very little hardware to install. After primary fermentation is complete and the wine is drained and pressed into another tank, move the Bean Bags with the wine or follow with another fermentation. The StaVin Bean will integrate traditional oak flavors that match, or surpass, new barrels. The Beans are packaged in 20-pound, food-grade nylon bags. Beans come in three toast levels, all conducted using StaVin's traditional, labor-intensive, slow, consistent, proprietary toasting methods.
Difference: For over a decade StaVin has guaranteed consistency in product quality, accompanied by technical research and service and support. The company controls their oak at the source and has a history of offering traditional flavors while conserving resources. StaVin has been working with ETS Labs in implementing a program with a goal of ensuring that they maintain an environment free from all potential precursor-contaminating variables in 100 percent of their manufacturing process and facility.
World Cooperage 811
Napa, CA ph:707-255-5900 • www.worldcooperage.com
NEW Oak Alternatives
Description: World Cooperage Oak Alternatives provides a range of barrel alternative products made from the finest raw materials to meet winemakers' specific needs, from fermentation to finishing. World Cooperage's research team is dedicated to developing innovative new products that perform consistently and deliver dependable flavors. New Premium Dark-Roasted Chips are designed to produce darker flavors and rich complex aromas, and are recommended for red wines.
Difference: World Cooperage Oak Alternatives offers two unique toasting processes that are specially designed to provide precise toasting and numerous flavor options: The convection process creates products with accelerated extraction of full-bodied oak, and the infrared heat process provides products with slow extraction of complex oak notes.
Packaging: BottlesBenicia, CA ph:800-374-6594 • www.caliberwine.com
NEW Stelvin Bottles
Description: A complete line of Stelvin Bottles made domestically by Saint Gobain Containers. Some of the bottles are exclusive to Caliber Wine Group. All are available for 2005.
Difference: Caliber, along with partner Saint Gobain Containers, has been instrumental in being the first domestic supplier to introduce the Stelvin closure bottles in the U.S. Together SGC and Caliber are dedicated to bringing new products to the wine industry.
Caliber Wine Group 1000 & 1002
California Glass Co 1335
Oakland, CA ph:510-635-7700 • www.calglass-pcc.com
NEW Screw Cap/Stelvin Style Finish Bottles
Description: California Glass Company has various sizes of bottles, from 187ml to 1.5 liter screw cap bottles, available both in a Stelvin and traditional style screw cap. These bottles are available in all major colors, shapes and sizes. Inventories are available in stock contents or can be manufactured in your printed case.
Difference: California Glass is the only distributor that can purchase bottles from the two biggest manufacturers in the world, Owens-Illinois and Saint Gobain. It also purchases internationally from over 20 other bottle manufacturers worldwide. This allows California Glass to supply items unavailable to other glass suppliers.
California Glass is the only distributor to allow their customers a one-stop shopping experience; one place to buy bottles, capsules and corks. The company also has its own printing and processing department. California Glass also supplies stemware/ glassware, and adhesives for labels and boxes. California Glass has over 300 years' experience in the wine industry, with three offices and 15 sales representatives on the West Coast.
CDEQ Inc 1520
Sun Valley, CA ph:818-767-5143 • www.cdeq.com
Bottle Acid Frosting and Decorating
Description: CDEQ offers glass bottles, available with acid frosting or direct ceramic decorating. CDEQ also offers precious metal decorating: gold & silver, decal application and spray coloring.
Difference: CDEQ Inc. is the only licensed and
permitted company in California to acid frost glass bottles.
Demptos Glass Co 1319
Fairfield, CA ph:707-422-9999 • www.demptos.com
NEW Bordeaux Classique
Description: Demptos Glass will feature a new 750ml Bordeaux/Claret wine bottle at the 2005 Unified Wine & Grape Symposium.
Difference: Bottle features include: straight sided for efficient bottling and labeling and 31.5mm finish diameter and bold shoulders for an attractive shelf presence.
Diablo Valley Packaging, Inc
Benicia, CA ph:707-746-6001 • www.dvpackaging.com
Gallo Glass & Imported Glass Bottles
Description: Diablo Valley Packaging announces the addition of five new Gallo Glass bottles to their product line: Hock, Etude Style, Cepage Style and two new Bordeaux styles: a tall, heavy Bordeaux, St. Pierre Style, and a tall, straight Bordeaux. As with the entire line, all of the new bottles will be available in a variety of colors to provide customers with the complete range of selections. After a recent trip to various manufacturers in Europe, DVP has also added significantly to their line of imported glass.
DVP also announced that they will be opening their new 105,000 square foot office and warehouse in Fairfield early in 2005. The new facility, which is closer to the Napa and Sonoma valleys, will be significantly larger.
Difference: Added to the expanded product line is an expanded customer service staff to help DVP customers with any problems that might arise with packaging issues.
Encore Glass Inc 800 & 802
Richmond, CA ph:510-234-5670
Vitro Packaging Inc 1402
Plano, TX ph:469-443-1000 • www.vitropackaging.com
NEW Concannon Selected Vineyards
Description: Vitro Packaging Inc. is introducing their super heavyweight 1.5 liter classic shape with full body cartouche bottle. The bottom plate is indexed to allow the label to be positioned correctly beneath the blown-in glass cartouche.
Difference: This is a new shape for the 1.5 liter size, and the weight is almost twice the normal bottle, giving the package both a size and tactile feel unlike previous 1.5 liter wine containers. Vitro Packaging's minimum production runs are considerably less than other competitors, which enables Vitro customers to test new packaging concepts without the fear of huge amounts of waste and duplication of effort.
Packaging: CapsulesNapa, CA ph:707-330-0679 • www.jansoncapsules.com
Janson Capsules
Description: Whatever the need, Heat-Shrinkable PVC capsules or Heavy Polylaminated Capsules to Janson's unique Extruded PVC Seamless Capsules, dyed or printed colors with traditional or metallized finish, Janson Capsules will give a winery's product line a clean, professional look.
Difference: Janson currently has three high-tech production facilities in Europe, and by the first quarter of 2005, the company will add one more in the United States. This will give Janson an enhanced capability to work quickly with wineries' demands from large to small runs.
Janson Capsules Inc 2411
Ramondin USA Inc 321
Napa, CA ph:707-944-2277 • www.ramondinusa.com
Tin Capsules with Water-based Paints
Description: Ramondin Tin Capsules are now produced and decorated under strict ISO14000 guidelines. Exclusive water-based paints and new production methods have provided brilliant colors, detailed embossing and added scuff resistance to the capsules, an added value at no extra cost to customers.
Difference: Ramondin is the only tin capsule manufacturer that uses water-based paints. Ramondin makes capsules and only capsules.
Rivercap USA 1010 & 1012
Benicia, CA ph:707-747-3625 • www.rivercapusa.com
Tin and Polylam Capsules
Description: With their latest state-of-the-art decorating machine, Rivercap is now able to produce three-color registered decorations on tin capsules, a first in the industry. This capability will provide greater opportunities for package design. In addition, Rivercap is this year introducing polylam capsules to the U.S. market.
Difference: Rivercap is the first tin capsule supplier to offer more than two-color registered decorations and is constantly pushing the envelope in design capabilities on the traditional tin capsule.
Sparflex California, INC 2103
Napa, CA ph:707-255-6718 • www.sparflex.com
Capsules: Tin, Polylam, PVC;
Foils and Wirehoods
Description: Sparflex California specializes in the design and manufacture of the ornamental parts required for packaging bottles of Champagne, sparkling wines, spirits, still wines, cider and beers. From the stock materials to the most complex designs, the solutions offered by Sparflex to its customers are based on cutting edge industrial equipment, a dynamic Research and Development approach, and constant quality control.
Difference: Sparflex California is a one stop shopping solution for tin, polylam and PVC capsules, as well as foils and wirehoods.
Corks/ClosuresOakland, CA ph:510-635-7700 • www.calglass-pcc.com
Cal Cork
Description: Cal Cork offers various cork items, from twin-top duo discs to the highest quality top-of-the-line corks. The company is also introducing a synthetic cork with an extended shelf life.
Difference: California Glass Company has the ability to buy from all major worldwide suppliers of cork, not just one vendor. This gives California Glass the flexibility to get the best quality available, not just what one supplier has to offer. We also have the ability to print, process and ship corks out in a very short turn-around timeframe for the smaller wineries while also having the ability to take care of the bigger wineries with our three printers, two rumblers operation. We also have an independent European lab inspecting and evaluating corks before being exported, and our own quality-control department to re-check specifications to assure top quality and correct specifications for our customers' needs.
California Glass Co 1335
Cork Supply USA Inc 1010 & 1012
Benicia, CA ph:707-746-0353 • www.corksupplyusa.com
Wine Corks
Description: Cork Supply USA offers natural corks, 1+1 corks, colmated corks and sparkling wine corks to the industry.
Difference: Vertical integration: Cork Supply acts in partnership with cork growers, who together own over 12 percent of the cork forest in Portugal. That's 250,000 acres of cork trees, and it gives us first choice of the best raw material for cork manufacture. Our "Forest to Bottle" methodology involves extensive use of the SPME process, human cork sensory evaluations and good housekeeping practices in manufacturing. Over 15 percent of the Cork Supply Group's employees are involved in Quality Control.
G-3 Enterprises 445
Modesto, CA ph:209-341-7770 • www.g-3enterprises.com
NEW Royal 90 Screw Cap
Description: The Closure Division of G-3 Enterprises is the sole U.S. producer of Royal 90 Screw Caps. These 30 X 60, long-flange caps were previously only available from suppliers outside the United States. Many wineries are trialing and expressing interest in this closure designed for consumer convenience, ease of openability and closeability, and wine integrity. The Royal 90 is designed to be compatible with European and U.S. glass finishes. Printing up to four colors on the top and sides is available.
Difference: The Royal 90 is the only domestic source for these 30 X 60 screw caps. G-3 Enterprises can set up warehousing programs on their facilities to help wineries manage inventories and effect a JIT supply model.
Ganau America 615 & 617
Sonoma, CA ph:707-939-1774 • www.ganauamerica.com
NEW Cork
Description: Ganau America, part of the Ganau Group, provides the North American market with superior cork products, including natural wine corks and the only 100 percent individual-molded agglomerated corks in the market today. We offer sparkling wine corks, 1+1 and 0+1 agglomerated cork. The cost-saving 0+1 product, while widely used in Europe, is just making in-roads here in the U.S. This one-disk cork is used with a bottling-line orientor that requires a uniform product to work at its maximum efficiency. Ganau contends that their product is the most successful performer in its class due to the consistency of their agglomerated bodies. The company has just completed a three-year multi-million dollar expansion.
Difference: Ganau is a completely vertically integrated company that invests in quality at every step. The company ages their cork planks for an average of 18 months to produce a more stable product for their clients. The cork is produced with a hand-cut method that allows Ganau to process them within 24 hours of boiling, avoiding the weeks-long period of stabilization at high humidity. One hundred percent of the cork, including the granules and the disks that make up all of the agglomerated products, are treated with a non-chemical steam and vacuum method of cleansing that extracts TCA and other off-aromas. Every lot is tested with GCMS technology. Individual molding is used to produce 100 percent of their agglomerated cork products. This process allows the use of a more neutral bonding agent and, when coupled with the tight granule selection and even pressure on the agglomerated body, results in a neutral, consistent agglomerated product.
Global Cap/Guala Closures Group
Italy ph: 39-0131.204111 • www.globalcap-group.com
NEW TOPP Closure
Description: Global Cap, the aluminum closures division of Guala Closures Group, is offering the new TOPP Closure, the latest closure for wine. The TOPP closure was launched in California for RH Phillips last summer after a fruitful meeting during the 2004 Unified Wine & Grape Symposium. Produced in the UK, the TOPP closure is an innovative closure due to its unique shape. It offers a unique aesthetic to bottles as it allows for decoration on the top and sides, which gives designers more possibilities than using traditional packaging.
As with the Divinum range, the roll-on 30 x 60mm closure produced by Global Cap, the TOPP offers the same advantages: no cork taint, maintaining the wine quality and full flavor and/or freshness, preventing the bottle from leakage, sealing provided by the barrier properties of the insert screwed onto the bottle finish, safety (thanks to its tamper evident seal), convenience for storage, helping to differentiate and branding wines with a wider range of decorative possibilities: colors, designs and surface finishes.
Difference: TOPP is a unique technology in the closures industry because the thread is not visible from the outside but is inserted into a short aluminum shell. It is first screwed on the bottle neck finish, and then its pilfer band is tucked under the neck ring. Currently it is offered in a short version, but in the future a long version will also be available.
M.A. Silva Corks, USA 1404
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-636-2530 • www.masilva.com
Corks
Description: M.A. Silva Corks, USA has expanded its production capacity by investing in new high-tech equipment to process quality natural and agglomerated corks at their facility in Santa Rosa. Computerized, large-capacity coating machines will allow for an accurate measurement of coating ratios, guaranteeing customer satisfaction. Automated loading systems will minimize handling of the corks at each stage of the production and will reduce turn-around time for just-in-time orders.
Difference: M.A. Silva is now a member of the Cork Quality Council, a move which attests to its commitment in providing products that meet customers' requirements and rigorous quality-control procedures. This follows the introduction last year of a new boiling system, a significant investment parent company M. A. Silva in Portugal considered crucial for their customers.
Nomacorc/newpak USA, Inc 1010 & 1012
Benicia, CA ph:707-746-0353 • www.corksupplyusa.com
Nomacorc
Description: Nomacorc is a coextruded synthetic closure.
Difference: Uniformity of product, ease of insertion and extraction, minimal oxygen transmission rate, technical support, competitive pricing and neutrality of sensory charateristics all set Nomacorc apart from other synthetics.
Novembal 939
San Francisco, CA ph:415-474-1061 • www.tagecork.com
NEW Synthetic Corks and Wine Bottle Closures
Description: In addition to the TAGE synthetic cork and the Estoril synthetic bar top, Novembal (a Tetra Pak company) will bring to market in 2005 two new wine bottle closures.
Difference: These new closures will provide winemakers with the first synthetic closures for long-term wine storage. Novembal produced the first synthetic cork over 20 years ago.
NuKorc Pty Ltd 1637
Healdsburg, CA ph:707-799-0195 • www.nukorc.com.au
NEW NuStoppa
Description: One of NuKorc's company objectives has been to supply innovative products to the wine industry. It had become increasingly evident that bar-top natural wood bark closures were not delivering a clean, inert seal to the food and wine industry. NuKorc's development team has designed a product, called NuStoppa, that does not need any changes to bottling equipment, extracts at the same forces as a natural wood bark bar-stopper and, most importantly, does not crumble and taint the product.
Difference: NuStoppa has been designed to replace natural wood bark stoppers for fortified, distilled, olive oil and other food products. NuStoppa is a two-piece product, giving wineries the freedom to use their company's current caps, with a NuStoppa inserted. NuStoppa is a taint-free seal, which can be manufactured to any bottle size or diameter.
Pechiney Cork and Seal of California 1216 & 1218
American Canyon, CA ph:707-257-6481 • www.pechiney.com
STELVIN® Range
Description: The Stelvin® closures provide a technical and design solution to a winery's bottle closure needs. Stelvin closures are perfectly airtight, TCA free, regulate gas exchange, open and reclose easily and can be carried in any position.
Difference: The Stelvin range consists of: Stelvin with side printing; Stelvin+® with top embossing that matches a quality of printing close to tin capsules; and Stelvin Lux® which has a plastic insert where the threading is predeformed.
Portocork America
Napa, CA ph:707-258-3930 • www.portocork.com
ROSA Treated Corks
Description: The process is based on controlled steam distillation whereby steam and water under pressure force out volatile trace compounds within cork cells. It has long been known that steam could be used to extract TCA from contaminated cork. However, until now, applying this type of process on a full industrial scale was nearly impossible. Over three years and tens of thousands of tests later, the process now known as "ROSA" is being used commercially to successfully treat cork granules used in 1+1 technical corks.
Difference: Portocork has been selling cork that has undergone this process for more than two years now, and our customer feedback is excellent. In addition, before releasing ROSA to the common market, the company commissioned the Australian Wine Research Institute, Campden & Chorleywood Food Research Association in the UK and Geisenheim Research Institute in Germany, to conduct validation tests on ROSA-treated granules. Each laboratory undertook a series of chemical analyses on cork samples before and after treatment with ROSA to determine the reduction in releasable TCA.
Rich Xiberta USA P1
Cotati, CA ph:707-795-1800 • www.rxgroup.com
NEW Beltappo Synthetic Cork
Description: The Beltappo is a new synthetic cork manufactured through a molding injection process using a high-quality thermoplastic elastometer. This new synthetic cork eliminates both the possibility of TCA and other plastic flavors common in other synthetic corks.
Difference: The injection process provides a more homogeneous product with a consistent quality. All Beltappo corks have exactly the same properties.
Sabaté USA 1034
Napa, CA ph:707-256-2830 • www.sabate.com
NEW DIAM Cork Closures
Description: DIAM is the new wave in technological cork closures. The cork raw material has been treated by a Supercritical CO2 process which extracts TCA molecules (and their precursors) to levels that are undetectible by state-of-the-art lab equipment (i.e., under 0.5 ng/L for 2,4,6-TCA). Their unique fabrication also ensures a consistent permeability (low bottle-to-bottle variation) and prevents the risk of leakage (in normal bottling and storage conditions).
The Supercritical CO2 process was developed by the Oeneo Closures Division in partnership with the French Atomic Energy Commission. Similar processes have been used for many years in the food industry, such as in the removal of caffeine from coffee and tea.
Difference: Although other cleaning processes (including our REV-TECH steam process) lower releasable TCA to very low levels, only the Diamant process can bring those levels so low (< 0.5 ng/L) batch after batch, cork after cork.
savin screw caps/newpak USA, Inc 1010 & 1012
Benicia, CA ph:707-746-0353 • www.corksupplyusa.com
NEW SAVin Screw Caps
Description: Manufactured from the heaviest duty aluminum in the market, SAVin screw caps are available in a variety of colors. Liners can be either Saranex or saran/tin. With customer-supplied artwork, SAVin caps can be manufactured to specifications.
Supreme Corq, LLC 844
Kent, WA ph:253-395-8712 • www.supremecorq.com
NEW Synthetic Closure Market Research Survey Results
Description: Supreme Corq, LLC will be sharing their recent consumer market research results. The first is the Consumer Preference Study between Injection-Molded and Co-Extruded Closures. This independent global market research study, conducted by Wine Intelligence (a globally-recognized market research firm), examines consumer preference between Supreme Corq (injection-molded) and a leading co-extruded closure on a variety of attributes, including cork extraction, removal from the cork screw auger, cork re-insertion and aesthetics. The second is: Wine Intelligence USA Consumer Purchasing Behavior Study. This study, conducted by Wine Intelligence, examines how USA consumers' wine purchasing behavior is affected by a change in closure, from tree bark cork to either a synthetic closure or a screw-cap closure.
Difference: These two consumer market research studies are unique in that they look at consumer preference between different types of synthetic closures and how purchasing behavior is affected based upon a change in closure. This global consumer preference study replicates the process that consumers go through as they interact with the closure in their home setting. This is the first study ever conducted of this type.
Packaging: LabelsSan Jose, CA ph:408-435-1666 x3851 • www.elitelabel.com
Pressure Sensitive Labels
Description: EliteLabel provides custom pressure-sensitive labels, unique nameplates and large-format promotional graphics to the wine industry. With a focus on the demands of automatic application equipment, EliteLabel offers a variety of printing solutions to meet a customer's needs.
Difference: EliteLabel also offers branding solutions to help wineries differentiate themselves in the marketplace.
EliteLabel 339
G-3 Enterprises 445
Modesto, CA ph:209-341-7770 • www.g-3enterprises.com
NEW Flexography Printed Wine Labels
Description: With the recent purchase of a Gallus EM 280 press, the Label Division of
G-3 Enterprises can now offer wineries a lower-cost alternative for their pressure-sensitive labeling needs. In conjunction with new direct-to-plate pre-press technology, CTP, the new Gallus press can print effectively on a variety of substrates, hot stamp or emboss in-line and provide identical quality of traditional offset pressure-sensitive labels.
Difference: This new technology is the cutting edge in pre-press and flexography for wine labels. Flexographic printing technology has greatly advanced over the last couple of years and is now comparable to the more traditional offset printing.
PIC Industries Inc and Manter (Fedrigoni Group) 1631
Fullerton, CA ph:714-758-3665
Pressure-Sensitive Wine Label Stock
Description: Pressure-Sensitive Wine Label Stock from European wine label stock manufacturer P.I.C. Industries is available in both Glassine as well as 44pk liner with Wet Strength or Wash Off adhesive. The stock is distributed out of Southern California.
Difference: P.I.C. Industries has over 70 face sheets to choose from, including papers, linens, foils, films and natural cork.
Tapp Technologies Inc 404
Napa, CA ph:888-834-8277 • www.tapptech.com
Labels
Description: Tapp Technologies operates out of four locations on the West Coast. We offer specialized pressure-sensitive wine label manufacturing across three unique production platforms: Offset, Flexo and Digital. We have two locations in Vancouver, B.C., facilities in Portland, Oregon, as well as our flagship Digital facility in Napa, CA.
Please stop by our Booth and check out our latest Digital label samples and the newest IMPRESSTIK label applicator, exclusive for the wine industry (Tapp has installed over 150 IMPRESSTIK applicators since 1993).
Vintage 99 Label 101
Livermore, CA ph:925-294-5270 • www.vintage99.com
Winecard
Description: Winecard is being marketed by Vintage 99 Label in conjunction with Impaq. The winecard has a dry-release adhesive that creates a "peel away" label for memorable retention of the label. This is a huge marketing advantage to wineries as customers will remember them by having an actual label to keep.
Difference: Currently glue-applied or pressure-sensitive labels have to be washed or scraped off the bottle. This results in destroyed labels. The dry-peel application is quick and clean and gives the consumer a beautiful original label.
OtherSanta Ana, CA ph:714-547-9266 • www.pacificwestern.com
Wine Shippers
Description: Pacific Western Container has manufactured specialty corrugated containers for shipping, display, point-of-purchase and various custom needs since 1973. Two of their top sellers to the vine industry are the White Caddie Wine Carriers and the U.P.S. Wine Shippers. The White Caddie Wine Carriers feature white outside/kraft inside one-piece construction with an insert. They store flat to save space and are easy to assemble when needed. A two, three, four and six pack is available.
Difference: The U.P.S. Wine Shippers fit all standard wine bottles. The Foam Shippers, with a two-piece foam insert, offer protection for all types of bottles. Bottles are suspended, which prevents label abrasion, maintains foil integrity and avoids costly breakage. The corrugated U.P.S. Wine Shippers are regular slotted containers in 200/32 kraft with U.P.S. shipper inserts.
Pacific Western Container 417
Packaging Arts Inc 639
Mare Island, CA ph:707-562-2787 • www.packagingarts.com
Custom Wine Rack Display
Description: This elegant wine rack display/merchandiser holds three cases of 750ml bottles. It is custom designed and produced in limited quantities. It is all metal construction and powder-coated for durability.
Difference: The header piece on this display is interchangeable to allow this wine rack to be used for multiple brands and seasonal promotions.
Scholle Corporation 810 & 812
Northlake, IL ph:708-562-7290 • www.bagnbox.com
NEW DuraShield High-Barrier Film
Description: A clear, high-barrier film that creates a superior oxygen barrier to protect wine packaged in bag-in-box wine casks is now available from Scholle Corporation, a supplier of wine bags worldwide. This film replaces the traditional metallized PET film that used to be standard in the wine industry. DuraShield is now being used in wine-producing countries worldwide. Its excellent shelf life has encouraged both higher quality wines in bag-in-box and also boxed wines for export since its extended shelf life allows for international transport.
Difference: Known as DuraShield 45, this film essentially doubles the shelf life of the wine. In addition, DuraShield 45 resists puncturing and flex-cracking and can withstand the rigorous transportation conditions required for export. Using the latest polymer technology, it reduces flavor scalping. Because it is a single-ply film, bags made from DuraShield 45 are thinner, lighter and more efficient to transport and store.
Scholle Corporation 810 & 812
Northlake, IL ph:708-562-7290 • www.bagnbox.com
FlexTap Wine Spigot
Description: The FlexTap® Wine Spigot for bag-in-box wine is quickly dominating the worldwide wine market as the tap of choice. Developed in Europe and available exclusively from Scholle Corporation, FlexTap is now being used by major wineries in North America, Australia, Chile, France, UK and China. The appearance of FlexTap, marked by clean lines and simple curves, has eliminated the objection of many wineries that the bag-in-box package was not appropriate for higher quality wine.
Difference: The award-winning FlexTap was selected in consumer tests as the most attractive, ergonomic, intuitive and easy to use, and functional of a variety of other taps. The flow is full and steady when the button is pushed, yet stops immediately when the pressure is withdrawn, with no dripping or splashing. The tap reseals itself and acts as an oxygen barrier during storage, which retains the freshness of the product. Finally, FlexTap is tamper evident.
Seaside Paper Products Ltd 203
Delta, BC Canada ph: 604-930-2700 • www.seasidepaper.com
Solid Fiber Chipboard Partitions
Description: Seaside Paper Products manufactures Solid Fiber Chipboard Partitions servicing the Wine Industry. The partitions are custom designed, with a wide range of material thicknesses and grades to choose from. The partitions are manufactured from recycled chipboard, which offers an inexpensive yet excellent protective quality.
Difference: Seaside offers low minimum run quantities and quick turn-around times.
Spacekraft--A Weyerhaeuser Business 943
Salem, OR ph:800-599-8943 • www.spacekraft.com
SpaceKraft Intermediate Bulk Containers
Description: SpaceKraft intermediate bulk containers offer strength, durability and insulating properties in a completely recyclable, waste-to-energy efficient package. Up to 27 tons of compression strength and a square shape allow SpaceKraft IBCs to carry 20 percent more product than drums, in the same amount of space. SpaceKraft for liquids can be set up by one person in one minute, and is available in sizes ranging from 220 to 330 gallons, including a 1,000 liter container for export. SpaceKraft IBCs are for shipping and storing wine, grape juice, concentrates and grape must, and can be stacked up to four high.
Difference: SpaceKraft IBCs are made of six- to eight-wall-thick corrugated, which offers far better insulation than drums or other bulk containers. SpaceKraft containers protect the quality of wine from extreme heat or cold during transit, and are easy to set up, handle, ship and store. Just 20 SpaceKraft containers hold as much as 96 55-gallon drums.
Professional Services: ConstructionElk Grove, CA ph:916-394-0864 • www.arthurengineering.com
Electrical Power & Control System Design
Description: Arthur Engineering, Inc. provides full winery electrical power distribution and control system design services. The services include electrical main service design and coordination with the utility, power distribution and lighting design, down to the branch circuit level, complex PLC control systems design, layout, specification and programming. The company has experience in PLC-controls design for crushing/pressing operations, automated pump-over systems, wastewater systems, bottling lines, refrigeration systems and more.
Difference: Arthur Engineering has been working for clients of all types and sizes in the wine industry for over 30 years. Their wide range of experience results in a cost-effective and safe design that will hold up to the demanding conditions of the winery environment for the life of the facility.
Arthur Engineering Inc 707
Axiom Engineers Inc 1530
Monterey, CA ph:831-649-8000 • www.axiomengineers.com
Consulting Engineers
Description: Highly experienced in all aspects of mechanical engineering: HVAC, industrial refrigeration and winery process design. Commercial cooling and heating, food processes cooling, freezing and cold storage. All phases of wine processing; winery programming and process design; fluid cooling technologies; project management leadership on large complex projects. Experience with blast freezers, Chardonnay fermentation cellars, warehouse HVAC; CO2, humidity and temperature controls, office buildings and thermal energy storage systems. Hands-on experience with numerous major wineries, HVAC, refrigeration and controls equipment manufacturers.
Difference: With more than 50 winery projects in the past 20 years, Axiom Engineers has developed an extensive knowledge of all the mechanical aspects of the winemaking process. Due to low employee turnover, Axiom Engineers' technical and administrative staff consists of experienced team players, used to working with each other and the other members of the project team. Years of experience and continual education have resulted in a proficient team knowledgeable of governing rules and regulations, the most current technologies, and company and industry standards. Many of Axiom Engineers' project managers are licensed engineers, and some have over 20 years' experience in the industry.
BAR Architects 913
San Francisco, CA ph:415-441-4771 • www.bararch.com
Architecture
Description: As a result of more than 25 years of specialized experience in the planning and design of wineries throughout California, BAR Architects brings unique expertise and knowledge of the latest winemaking processes and associated facility requirements to each project. Projects have ranged in scope and size, including wine production and storage facilities, visitor centers, tasting rooms, reception areas, art galleries, conference facilities, retail operations, and design of vineyards, caves and winery tour sequence.
The firm is currently working on a new winery for Merryvale Vineyards, a new hospitality center and renovation of the tasting and tour facilities for Gloria Ferrer Champagne Cellars and the planning and design of the Sugar Mill Winery in Clarksburg, CA. Additional selected projects include: expansion and renovation of Robert Mondavi Winery--To Kalon (Oakville), Mumm Napa Winery & Visitor Center, Silverado Vineyards, Jordan Winery, Stonestreet and Cardinale Wineries for Kendall-Jackson, Staglin Winery and caves, and Robert Young Winery.
Difference: BAR Architects was recognized by the AIA California Council as Firm of the Year 2000, one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon an architecture firm.
Condor Earth Technologies Inc 131
Sonora, CA ph:209-532-0361 • www.condorearth.com
Wine Caves, Geotechnical
Description: Condor is a leader in the geotechnical/geological evaluation and design of small tunnel projects, including over 100 wine cave projects in the Napa, Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino, Central Coast and Sierra-Central Valley regions. Condor's staff has over 20 years of experience in geologic investigations, construction and repairs of tunnels. This experience includes tunnel feasibility studies, evaluating geotechnical foundations, slope and tunneling conditions, tunnel liner and portal design, construction management and materials testing. Condor's staff consists of more than 40 professionals with backgrounds in geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, planning, permitting, GIS, geology, hydrology, hydrogeology, regulatory compliance, construction materials testing and surveying/mapping, using the latest GPS and geomatic technology tools such as PenMap and 3D Tracker.
Services List: Project Feasibility Studies, Geotechnical Engineering, Design Services, Tunnels and Portals, Construction Management, Field Engineering, Quality Assurance, Materials Testing, Failure Analysis and Repair Design.
Difference: Condor is a leading wine cave development consultant. From initial permits to final inspections, Condor has completed thousands of projects over the last two decades. Condor feels the diverse talents of the men and women who make up the Condor team set them apart.
Jim Murphy & Associates 241
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-576-7337 • www.j-m-a.com
Winery Construction
Description: JMA builds wineries in the North Coast region. Clients include Clos Du Bois, Flowers Winery, Paradise Ridge Winery and Robert Young Estate Winery. The company's pre-construction services include budgeting, scheduling, buildability reviews and government approval assistance. They also provide construction management, general contracting services and skilled craftsmen for winery projects. JMA's expertise ranges from large production facilities to boutique tasting rooms. Their hallmarks are advocacy for the owners' interests, buildings that perform well, and serving as a catalyst to bring projects together.
Difference: Exceptional service and a sense of stewardship separate JMA from the pack of building contractors. Management systems and experienced supervisors ensure top-quality work at a fair price.
Kennedy/Jenks Consultants 217
San Francisco, CA ph:415-243-2430 • www.kennedyjenks.com
Consulting Engineering
Description: Kennedy/Jenks Consultants provides consulting engineering services to the wine industry. The company specializes in planning, design and construction management for facility improvements and expansions, water supply, water reuse/recycling, and wastewater treatment and disposal systems. Kennedy/Jenks' approach is based on a thorough understanding of current regulatory constraints and trends that can have a significant impact on winery activities. Leveraging experience gained in more than 40 years of designing facilities for both large and small wine producers in California, Kennedy/Jenks can identify the most favorable, cost-effective alternatives to meet the needs of your winery.
Difference: At the request of the Wine Institute, Kennedy/Jenks recently completed the second year of a two-year research project to determine the best practices for process water management via land application. The company's recommendations are being used to help shape California's regulatory policy on acceptable land-application techniques.
Professional Services: FinancialSanta Rosa, CA ph:707-544-2822 • www.hanselleasing.biz
Hansel Leasing
Description: Hansel Leasing offers lease financing for new and used winery equipment and vehicles. Hansel Leasing products are customized to fit the financial needs of each client. The credit decision, documentation and funding are all generated in-house.
Difference: Hansel Leasing is celebrating 45 years of leasing excellence in 2005. The owner, Stephen E. Hansel, owns and operates his own bonded winery, Walter Hansel Winery. This gives Hansel Leasing the inside track when making financial decisions on winery business--a definite advantage over the competition.
Hansel Leasing 828
Moss Adams LLP 341
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-527-0800 • www.mossadams.com
Certified Public Accountants & Business Consultants
Description: One of the nation's largest CPA firms, Moss Adams has been serving California's wine industry for over 25 years. Providing strategic business and financial planning, in addition to tax and operational expertise, Moss Adams delivers competitive advantages to wineries and vineyards of all sizes. Tax services, business assurance, financial reporting, cost segregation, risk management and a host of other services help Moss Adams' clients anticipate operating and industry issues, develop strategies and find growth and profitability.
Difference: The wine industry specialists at Moss Adams have proven business and finance expertise, coupled with extensive, first-hand experience in the industry. Advice and actionable guidance benefit operations, from cost of goods to positioning for loan or investment packages to succession planning.
Pinnacle Capital LLC 345
Wenatchee, WA ph:888-223-2600 • www.pinnaclecap.com
Financing
Description: Pinnacle Capital LLC is a full-service equipment financing company serving all 50 states. Pinnacle Capital services range from credit processing and funding to billing and collecting. Pinnacle Capital has over 100 years of combined financing experience. Pinnacle Capital understands the vineyard and winery industry, from boutique to large-scale production wineries, and has a program designed to accommodate each winery's unique cash-flow needs.
Difference: Pinnacle Capital is a direct lender.
Production Finance LLC 418
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-579-0665
Lease/Loan Consolidation
Description: For 2005, Production Finance has greatly expanded its services to the wine industry for consolidating existing equipment leases and loans. Through consolidation, winery and vineyard operations can reduce current monthly payments without adding additional debt. Businesses will improve cash flow, be able to lower borrowing rates and make possible new tax benefits. Additional equipment acquired--new or used--can be rolled into the consolidation as well, resulting in greater savings overall on total financing costs.
Difference: Consolidation of leases and loans through Production Finance will be a much more complete refinancing solution than other finance institutions can offer. The company serves a broad range of clients in the wine industry, in terms of size, time in business and other credit parameters, and is able to approve many types of equipment for financing.
Rural Community Insurance Services 1234
Sioux Falls, SD ph:605-575-6112 • www.rcis.com
Multi-Peril Crop Insurance
Description: Each new crop season requires a major investment of time, money and labor. If that crop is destroyed, the grape grower risks losing working capital for next year. With federal incentives that can reduce premiums significantly, crop insurance isn't just a good idea, it's one of the best buys a vineyard owner can make. Contact an RCIS® agent for help in putting together the right crop insurance plan for any grapegrowing operation.
Difference: What's the difference in crop insurance? It's the Agent. The goal at RCIS is to provide agents with the best training, technology and tools in the industry. For clients that means working with someone who really knows crop insurance and has the resources to help them put together a solid Crop Insurance plan. Agents have access to RCIS services, such as mapping, industry-specific software and technology that speeds up the claims process--services that help them be more responsive, more efficient and more knowledgeable. That's the RCIS difference.
Wyatt Leasing LLC 115
Wenatchee, WA ph:800-845-8516 • www.wyattleasing.com
Equipment Leasing/Financing
Description: Wyatt Leasing LLC is a competitive equipment leasing and financing broker, having extensive financial knowledge and business experience in the agricultural industry. Wyatt Leasing provides leasing and financing on new and used equipment, with payments scheduled to meet customers' needs. Wyatt Leasing covers everything, from the vineyard to the barrel and tasting rooms.
Difference: Due to the quality business we send our banks, we are provided competitive pricing, which we have chosen to pass onto our customers. The experience of the owners within the agricultural industry allows us to understand your needs beyond the payment.
Professional Services: Software SystemsSonoma, CA ph:707-938-1300 • www.acrolon.com
NEW TankNET® Temperature Controllers with Power Line Networking
Description: Both the TC-1 and the new, lower cost PL-1, with cellar hardened NEMA-4 enclosures, provide accurate, calibration-free temperature monitoring and control, automated heating and cooling, and Brix, set point and pump-over entry at the tank. When networked to TankNET's web-based software, the TC-1 and PL-1 controllers are securely accessed from any web browser, including wireless PDAs. TankNET offers real-time data logging and trending by wine lot or blend code, web-based graphs of temperature, Brix and pump-over events, and alarm notifications via cellular phone or email. TankNET also offers custom, animated cellar maps and fermentation reports.
Difference: The TC-1 and PL-1 are the only temperature controllers available with Power Line networking. Just connect them to the existing electrical wires at the tank and they're networked. Power Line networking eliminates the expense of installing tank-to-tank network cabling by sending communications securely and reliably over a winery's existing electrical wires. With Power Line networking, the industry's leading networked thermostats are now the easiest and most affordable to install. In addition, the TC-1, with an optional expansion module, is the only temperature controller offering scheduled, automated pump-overs, continuous Brix probe monitoring, stuck valve and level detection plus Strati-ProbeTM deep, multi-point temperature monitoring. The TankNET system easily expands to provide winery-wide environmental control including: chiller/boiler operations, CO2 exhaust, night air cooling and barrel room humidity control.
Acrolon Technologies Inc 1527
Logix Controls 1119
Kirkland, WA ph:425-828-4149 • www.logix-controls.com
TC-2000 Temperature Controls
Description: The Logix TC-2000 temperature controller with UL-listed Type 4 washdown enclosure provides stand-alone single or two-stage cooling and/or heating control, and is ETL-listed for industrial use. The TC-2000 units can be networked to a PC with Logix software that allows central-point monitoring and control. All operating data and alarms are logged and available for plotting and reporting. TC-2000 features include: PC enabled, UL listed type Four washdown enclosure, UL listed for industrial control, two relay outputs with independent heating-cooling, high/low temp alarming, dual temp probe option, keypad lockout and is designed for low-light conditions.
Difference: The TC-2000 temperature controller is ETL-listed for industrial control. Logix developed the stand-alone TC-2000 temperature controller as a foundation that can be expanded into a facility-wide control with the Logix Refrigeration Control System. The RCS facilitates coordinated operation with compressors, chillers, air units, CO2 monitoring/fresh air exchange and more. The TC-2000 also has several expandable features, which include Internet and modem access, remote alarm notification, trend reports and plots, and more.
Modular Information Systems 103
San Ramon, CA ph:925-244-5930 • www.miscorp.com
Vintners Advantage
Description: Vintners Advantage is a comprehensive software package that has been specifically designed and developed for Vineyard to Consumer management of the winemaking process. This includes software modules for Vineyard and Winery Operations, Sales & Distribution, Financial Management, Bottling & Manufacturing, Tasting Room with Point of Sale, Wine Club, Grower Contracts & Payments, Sales Contracts and Brandy & Spirits. Each module may be integrated with other modules or may stand alone. Vintners Advantage allows each company to do business their own way with user-friendly menus that are easily configurable to display only the functionality required to get the job done.
Vintners Advantage runs on the IBM UniVerse database and has a Visual Basic Client Server interface. It runs on Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, 2003 as well as earlier versions of Windows such as NT and Windows 98. Microsoft Terminal Services feature allows users to access Vintners Advantage securely when away from the winery through any Internet browser.
New features in 2005 are Depletion Accounting, Harvest Scheduling and Vineyard Work Orders. Additional functionality has been added to Barrel Work Orders, Composition Tracking, Laboratory Tracking and the Vineyard Information System. Vintners Advantage is developed and sold by Modular Information Systems, celebrating their 20th year in the software industry.
Difference: Vintners Advantage has a production planning work order system that is the heart of the Winery Operations module. Work orders can be created and sent to the cellar and posted afterwards. Composition, Costing and Compliance events are tied to each work order. The Tasting Room is an inventory location within the Sales & Distribution module so that a comprehensive inventory view is available. Vintners Advantage is multi-company, multi-location so that global inventory and financial information is available.
Each Vintners Advantage module is sold with comprehensive hands-on training. The implementation is organized so that the users are entering real work orders, grape receipts, inventory items, setting up tanks, etc. as part of the training. There is a full TTB Compliance module in Vintners Advantage. We have the capability of printing the 702 and Compliance reports directly from the system. The annual maintenance support includes compliance updates at no charge.
Technology Consulting Alliance 542
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-544-1559 • www.tcalliance.com/winerypro
NEW Wine Telemarketing
Description: Wine Telemarketing is a new software product geared towards wine shops conducting phone sales. The software features a complete customer database and rapid product search screens based on over 20 different product parameters. Sales staff have access to only their client list; product specials may be email blasted or snail mailed to targeted clients. Fulfillment information may be printed or exported to shippers, and commission analysis and sales reports may be printed.
Difference: Wine Telemarketing is written based on new FileMaker Pro 7 technology. The software is cross-platform and may be remotely accessed on a company's server.
The Winemaker's Database Inc 1004
Sonoma, CA ph:707-933-8635 • www.wmdb.com
NEW The Winemaker's Database
Description: The Winemaker's Database Inc. designs, develops, supports and maintains comprehensive vineyard- and winery-management software, created by winemakers for winemakers. The Winemaker's Database is a powerful program that will fulfill the needs of the most demanding winery. The Standard program's modular construction, in combination with many years' custom programming experience, provides powerful, cost-effective software to wineries ranging in size from small, boutique, 1,000-case wineries, to some of the largest multinational wineries, with tens of millions of cases in annual production. Since the introduction of The Winemaker's Database for Windows in 1995, 24 new modules have been developed for the standard software. The software is available in single-site, enterprise and customized versions, all of which can be integrated with ERP, financial and other enterprise applications.
Difference: The Winemaker's Database integrates all aspects of the winemaking process, from vineyard operations through grape receipt and harvest management, wine production and final bottling, and can generate powerful user-definable reports as well as compliance reports to the government. The software also has the ability to interface with hardware such as the TankNET® tank temperature control system, analytical equipment, weigh stations, bar code equipment and PocketPC/Palm handhelds. Founded in 1985, The Winemaker's Database Inc. is celebrating its 20th anniversary harvest with the 2004 vintage.
WineWare Software 2509
Paso Robles, CA ph:805-227-0202 • www.winewaresoftware.com
NEW SmartClub, CRE and SmartLink
Description: SmartLink synchronizes the SmartClub and Cash Register Express databases, and allows wine club member information to be displayed in the point-of-sale system and updates wine club shipment inventories. Point-of-sale customers are now updated in the wine club software as Mailing List Members for additional marketing purposes. SmartClub features a new Guest Book bonus license that allows tasting room visitors to register themselves as Mailing List Members who can then be marketed to and converted to a wine club member. SmartClub now is certified for FedEx shipments as well as UPS shipments.
Difference: SmartClub wine club software and Cash Register Express point-of-sale software are the most feature-rich products available at prices wineries can afford. Our technical support team is very professional, and our customers have a list of cell numbers providing immediate access at all hours.
Tasting Rooms/Direct MarketingSt Helena, CA ph:707-963-3185 • www.barclayandco.com
NEW Advanced Tasting Room Strategies Conference
Description: Barclay & Company is a wine marketing consulting firm specializing in marketing plans, packaging, distributor development, wine clubs and tasting room profitability. "Online Sales & Wine Club Focus," a two-day conference and tasting room buying show, will be presented February 1-2, 2005 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Rohnert Park, CA.
Topics Include: "Email Strategies That Sell Wine" by Jeremy Benson, "Direct Shipping Compliance Update" by Tracy Genesen, "Create Your Own Direct Marketing Campaigns" by Janine Popick, "Managing Your Wine Club" by Craig Root & Karen Barnes, "Shipping & Fulfillment Solutions" by Lesley Berglund, and "Proven Ways to Drive New Traffic to Your Site--And What To Do Once They Arrive" by John Hingley.
Plus a showcase of new products and services to help boost your retail sales and profits. (Created and conducted by Barclay & Company.)
Difference: A leader in tasting room management, sales training and product sourcing, Barclay & Company has been conducting tasting room conferences and trade shows since 1997. Current topics led by industry leaders keep wineries updated on today's challenging consumer direct issues. At least one-third of the trade show exhibitors are new companies showcasing products and services to help boost retail profitability.
Barclay & Company 744
Danthonia Designs 2305
Chester, NY ph:845-658-7755 • www.danthoniadesigns.com
Hand-carved Signs
Description: In an age filled with visual noise, digital messages and endlessly flickering lights, Danthonia offers a more dignified way to introduce a winery. Danthonia's traditional handcrafted signs are solid and three dimensional, not flat colors or shaded tricks of the airbrush. These hand sculptured works cast tangible shadows. Dimensional signs have a reality about them that can be touched and felt. Without using words, the craft and realism of the sign represent the integrity of the business. Danthonia Designs has assembled a team of skilled artisans and designers that will produce a sign that meets the customer's needs.
Difference: Danthonia uses 18-pound density HDU (High Density Urethane), Certified Old Growth Redwood and Western Red Cedar, at the same cost to the customer. An exterior sign made from HDU will last much longer than any wooden sign. For natural and symbolic brilliance Danthonia uses 23 karat gold for all gilded signs. The company also uses paints formulated for the toughest exterior environments that will resist fading, chalking, UV and moisture for many years.
All Danthonia signs come ready to hang. Usually, the only tools needed are a bubble level and a screwdriver. Any exposed hardware will be stainless steel so the customer never needs to worry about rust streaks across the sign. Each Danthonia creation is an original work of art because the company believes that each business is unique, so their sign should be as well.
TimeOut Apparel 2514
Grandview, MO ph:816-765-5212 • www.timeoutapparel.com
NEW Men's and Ladies' Apparel
Description: TimeOut Apparel, a supplier of decorated apparel to the wine industry, is introducing 20 new styles at this year's Unified Show. Sport shirts made with performance fabrics that wick away moisture are also treated with 3M Scotchguard that make them stain resistant. In addition, several styles for ladies are being introduced under the "TimeOut For Her" label. They include a fashionable "hoody" with unique two-way zipper and short and long sleeve tops with a bit of Lycra for stretch. All products are available with TimeOut's embroidery included in the price.
Difference: TimeOut is the manufacturer of the products they offer, so all of the styles are unique and proprietary. The fabrics used are of the highest quaility. TimeOut Apparel will digitize and sew out the logo within five days. Upon approval, the company will decorate and ship the order within five days.
West Teak Inc 1624
Alameda, CA ph:510-523-5021 • www.west-teak.com
NEW Folding Teak Bar
Description: West Teak's new Folding Bar is a durable answer to hosting winetastings in the outdoors. The Folding bar consists of two swing-out doors with areas to store stemware, wines and other items necessary for a successful tasting. The bar top has two leaves that open to reveal a marble-topped serving/pouring area. The unit is on wheels so it can be easily moved.
Difference: All products from West Teak are handmade of 100% plantation-grown teak harvested from tree farms in Java. The hardware is solid brass, and all joinery is mortise and tenon, doweled and dovetailed. The precision fit and finish (and therefore the longevity) of our products is superior to the quality of other teak products currently in the marketplace. All items are delivered fully assembled.
Wine Appreciation Guild 1303 & 1305
South San Francisco, CA ph:650-866-3020 • www.wineappreciation.com
NEW Concepts In Wine Chemistry
Description: Concepts in Wine Chemistry has been the primary text for scores of universities and winemakers in a dozen countries since 1997. It details the basic and advanced chemistry behind the practical concepts of winemaking: must and wine composition, fermentation, phenolic compounds, aroma and flavor, oxidation and wine aging, oak products, sulfur dioxide, cellar processes and wine faults. Written by physical chemist and winemaker Yair Margalit, author of the best selling Winery Technology and Operations and Concepts in Wine Technology, it is now totally revised and updated, making it, in editor James Crumb's words, "the broadest, most meticulous book on the topic in print." The main objective of the book, according to the author, is to "make it easier for the professional winemaker, food science and enology student, or anyone who is interested in going deeper into understanding the winemaking 'mystery,' to follow the winemaking literature without the necessity of referring to a chemistry book in order to find the basic details on specific issues under study." Dr. Margalit also gives the biochemist's slant on the contentious for equipment installation and removal just prior to harvest.
Water content profiles have been determined for most varieties. For example, Chardonnay is commonly kept at about 70 units through the season and harvested at 50. The reds vary more widely depending on the strategy of the viticulturalist. Merlot can begin the season at 90 but is allowed to drop to 25 at harvest. For advanced users, sensors can also be implanted directly in the berries to determine water content and sucrose import. The equipment is solar-driven and comes as a monthly service with a one-time charge for the 15-sensor wiring harness.
Difference: There are no other vine-based automatic measurements of vine water content. This method was used on 45 blocks of production wine grapes in 2004. Users can easily determine the cause and effect of irrigation events. But more importantly, users can fine-tune the final water content for optimizing berry flavor at harvest.
Australian Wine Technology Export Group 143
Flagstaff Hill, SA Australia ph: 61-8-8370-6541
NEW Tuff Tap
Description: Tuff Tap is a performance-oriented range of flushing tap/valve designed for the viticulture and other related irrigation industries. Its special design allows it to meet the rigors of day-to-day use as well as the harsh temperatures experienced around the world, no matter what the season. The Tuff Tap range has been designed to meet metric and imperial size irrigation pipes.
Difference: Tuff Tap is unique in that it has built into the body its own anchoring device, which allows the tap to be easily secured. This makes it simple to keep the irrigation drip line straight, which ensures that the drippers are kept in their assigned location for the best plant growth. Once the tap/valve has been anchored, all it takes is a simple quarter turn to flush the dripper line. Tuff Tap is designed to save money by reducing labor and materials. The tap has more than one application: If attached at the incoming end, it acts as an isolation valve in case of line repairs; when attached at both ends, it reduces total line creep. Being made from engineering material allows Tuff Tap to handle harsh temperatures and perform better in the field.
Automata Inc 619
Nevada City, CA ph:530-478-5882 • www.automata-inc.com
NEW MINI-SAT Field Station
Description: Automata's MINI-SAT Field Station is an economical way of remotely monitoring/controlling agricultural or industrial sites where a moderate amount of communication is needed. It can be centrally located in the field, at a pump station or a water level monitoring site. The MINI-SAT can control gates or valves from the comfort of the Internet or other software. The user can be notified of any changes through email, pager or the changes can be viewed on the Internet. Set it down, walk away and start monitoring from the comfort of your home or office. The MINI-SAT will allow the user to retrieve data from the Internet without the use of a Base Station. These units can be used in a network with single-user software, such as Automata's FIELD VISION, or in a web server application. The MINI-SAT is perfect for agriculture, water distribution and light industrial environmental sites. Automata's technology has made the MINI-SAT economical for solar sites. Only an unobstructed view of the sky is needed for communication. The user requires no infrastructure. The communication cost is very economical, starting at $150 per year, per station. The stations start at $875 each.
Difference: The MINI-SAT communicates through satellites around the world. This allows the user to monitor/control equipment in places that radio communication is unable to reach. The MINI-SAT works well with solar panels and can be used for frost alarms, pest management and weather monitoring.
Bird Gard LLC 716
Sisters, OR ph:888-332-2328 • www.birdgard.com
Super Pro & Pro Plus
Description: Bird Gard LLC designs, manufactures and markets a complete line of programmable bird control products. Sold under the Bird Gard® and Crop Gard® brand names, our products use digitally recorded bird distress calls (Bird Gard) and electronic harrassment sounds (Crop Gard) to repel targeted birds from crops, buildings, airports--anywhere birds are a nuisance. Systems are available in a variety of speaker and power configurations and can be customized to specific needs. The 2005 models of the Bird Gard Super Pro and the Bird Gard Pro Plus have been enhanced and improved for great effectiveness. Both products now include a replaceable chip and randomly variable frequency changes.
Difference: All products are proudly made in the USA, in Sisters, Oregon, and carry a one-year, unconditional satisfaction guarantee. Bird Gard contends that there are no other products like theirs in the marketplace.
BUBCO Inc B
Lodi, CA ph:209-367-3885 • www.bubco.com
Collard Raptor Leaf Remover
Description: Using the Collard Raptor Leaf Remover allows ambient light into the vines, which ultimately improves the fruit quality. The cost savings is evident when a Raptor can do what a crew doing hand labor has previously done. Early estimates seem to indicate a savings while using the Raptor at approximately $30 per acre versus $80 to $90 per acre using a hand labor crew. Robert Abercrombie of Trinchero Family Estates used the Raptor last season. Abercrombie indicated that Trinchero had incurred minimal maintenance costs on the unit, and they are now purchasing a second Raptor.
Difference: Mohr-Fry Ranches purchased the Raptor last year, and the preliminay cost evaluation pencils out to be half the cost of doing the same number of acres by hand. It can pay for itself in one or two seasons, depending on the number of acres worked. According to Bruce Fry, assistant operations manager, "Mechanization seems to be the way farming is headed, especially for previously hand-labor specific jobs. When time and labor costs, along with workman's compensation costs, are calculated, equipment like the Raptor makes good economic sense. The minimum cost per acreusing hand-labor was estimated to be $150 per; using the Raptor costs half of that amount and can be run day and night. Various models can be put on the front or the back of the tractor operated by one worker. The simplicity of the unit makes adjusting it to meet your specific needs an easy job."
Decagon Devices Inc 944
Pullman, WA ph:509-332-2756 • www.decagon.com
ECH2O
Description: Decagon Devices Inc is offering ECH2O, a soil moisture and microclimate monitoring product. The ECH2O Dielectric Aquameter is a low-cost sensor for measuring volumetric water content of soil and other porous materials. It uses new technology and durable materials to enable users to monitor moisture content over a wide geographic area. It is inexpensive enough to allow users to install several of them throughout a field or plot. The ECH2O probe measures the dielectric constant of the soil in order to find its volumetric water content. It does this by finding the rate of change of voltage applied to the sensor once it is buried in the soil.
Difference: There are other probes that measure water content this way, but the ECH2O probe is the only one of its kind to have a comparatively low sensitivity to saline and temperature effects in the soil. Furthermore, it has a very low power requirement, which makes long-term monitoring more cost-effective. And its extremely high resolution makes it possible to accurately monitor water use daily or even hourly. The ECH2O is affordable, accurate and reliable.
Euro-Machines Inc D1
Cordelia, CA ph:707-864-5800 • www.euromachinesusa.com
NEW BRAUD Grape Harvester Type VL
Description: The BRAUD Grape Harvester Type VL, in combination with the built-in Destemmer, delivers extremely clean machine-picked fruit.
Difference: We are introducing our new line of sorting tables and basket presses made by Scharfenderger of Germany as well as our Euroselect Premium Destemmer. In addition, we will show a Europress and a Rieger tank along with Schneider mixers and pumps.
Fruit Growers Laboratory Inc 729
Santa Paula, CA ph:805-392-2032 • www.fglinc.com
NEW Analysis of Leaf Tissue, Soil and Irrigation Water
Description: Fruit Growers Laboratory, Inc. provides high quality laboratory analysis services to grape growers and their advisors throughout California. These include Leaf/Petiole, Soils and Irrigation Water analysis. The Fruit Growers Laboratory's highly automated systems enable them to provide these services efficiently. Based on analytical data, fertilization recommendations can also be provided.
The laboratory provides preplant soil analysis services to confirm the appropriateness of the proposed root stock. Soil and tissue analyses can also be effective tools for trouble-shooting and problem-solving in the vineyard. Technical staff are available in our locations in Stockton, Visalia and Santa Paula to answer client questions.
Difference: Data generated from analysis conducted at Fruit Growers Laboratory is supported by an extensive Quality Assurance (QA) program. QA data for each sample analyzed can be provided with each analysis report, if requested. All analysis data is archived to allow five-year bar charting to assess effectiveness of fertilization programs. Block IDs are entered into Fruit Growers Laboratory's computer system for sampling purposes. The preprinted chains of custody and bag labels make sampling convenient and efficient with no paperwork in the field. Petiole/leaf tissue reports are presented in a color graphic format for easy interpretation. Leaf tissue analysis by Fruit Growers Laboratory includes Total N on the leaf blade, which provides a more realistic indication of the Nitrogen level in the vine.
Fruit Growers Laboratory recently completed their new soils report with the following optional features: Analysis data and optimum ranges can be reported in pounds per acre foot (lbs/af); Phosphorus and Potassium results can be reported as P2O5 and K2O respectively, which is the way these fertilizers are sold. Optimum Ranges in the new report take into account the relative nutrient holding capacity and nutrient availability of each soil sample. This will result in a better correlation between nutrient levels and plant nutrient uptake.
Hankin Specialty Equipment G1
Sacramento, CA ph:916-381-2400 • www.hankinspecialty.com
Vacuhoist
Description: Hankin Specialty Equipment's Vacuhoist is designed for moving full cases of wine off the conveyor to the pallet with ease. Vacuhoist can move up to two cases of wine at once with one hand, reducing the risk of back injury and strains. Vacuhoist can also reduce workers' comp costs and lost time on the job. Vacuum lifting can increase productivity up to 40 percent.
Difference: The VH series head is Hankin Specialty Equipment's original design, which is a very finite vacuum metering valve for the utmost in control of vacuum leakage. The VH series utilizes a tapered machine, 100 percent stainless steel valve plug; the valve plug travels on a delrin linear motion bearing, supported by two stainless steel rods.
Landini USA Inc R4
Lawrenceville, GA ph:678-924-9885 • www.landiniusa.com
NEW Landini Rex GE with Low Profile Cab
Description: The Landini New Rex series low-profile orchard/vineyard tractor is now available with an air-conditioned, low-profile cab for use in low-overhead applications. The New Rex series is available in seven models, ranging from 57 to 97 engine horsepower, in platform, standard cab and now the new low-profile cab versions. All are available with mechanical transmission, shuttle and PTO or hydraulic power shuttle, two-speed powershift and hydraulic PTO.
Difference: The new low-profile cab on the Landini New Rex GE series can achieve overall clearance to the top of the cab of 72 inches, allowing for use in trellis grape plantings and other applications where the overall tractor height is restricted. Landini was founded in 1884 and brings over 120 years of experience to their agricultural mechanization products.
Manning Systems 2300
Lenexa, KS ph:913-894-1185 • www.manningsystems.com
NEW GasAlertMicro Multi-Gas Detector
Description: Manning Systems, a division of BW Technologies, introduces the new five-gas GasAlertMicro that can monitor from two to five gases. Simultaneously displaying concentration levels of oxygen, hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide, combustibles and a selected fifth gas, the GasAlertMicro is suited to a wide range of applications. Models can be configured for two, three, four or five gases. High-contrast LCD shows continuous and simultaneous real-time gas concentrations. Alarms include a high-output 95 dB audible alarm, dual visual alarm bars and an internal vibrator alarm. A built-in concussion-proof boot protects the unit from damage. A full function self-test verifies sensor, circuitry/battery integrity and audible/visual alarms. Continuous battery test and instrument status diagnostics assure the highest continuous level of performance.
Difference: Field-selectable user options allow GasAlertMicro to be customized to virtually any environment. Calibration due dates and alarm settings can be set to meet specific industry requirements, and the pass code protect function ensures tamper-proof operation by preventing unauthorized users from accessing calibration options.
Maselli Measurements Inc 204
Stockton, CA ph:209-474-9178 • www.maselli.com
SM03 Grape Receiving Station
Description: Maselli Measurements offers automatic analysis of Brix, pH, T.A. and color quality of the incoming grapes at the reception area. Optional sampling is available directly from the truck.
Difference: Maselli is approved by the California State Department of Food and Agriculture for Brix measurement. Maselli has produced analysis equipment to the wine industry for over 50 years, with equipment installed at over 400 wineries worldwide.
Netafim USA 1429
Fresno, CA ph:559-453-6800 • www.netafimusa.com
NEW IrriWise Wireless Radio Crop Monitoring System
Description: The IrriWise Wireless Radio Crop Monitoring System tells growers when and how long to irrigate, with continuous monitoring of the crop's soil moisture through field sensors, such as soil moisture, flow and weather, all without wires. A system of radios, Gro-Point soil moisture sensors and precision sensors collect data from the fields and transmit the data via radio to a PC in the office. The data, presented with easy-to-use graphics software, enables easy interpretation to improve real-time decisions. Continuous monitoring provides better control over irrigation scheduling and production resources and provides all the powerful information needed to improve crop quality, increase yields and grow bottom lines.
Difference: System provides continuous monitoring, is easy to install, simple to operate and requires little maintenance.
OXBO International Corporation R3
Regency Park SA 5942, Australia ph: 61-8-8359-5362 • www.greentechspraysystem.com
GreenTech Sprayers
Description: GreenTech sprayers produce the most air volume of any sprayer on the market and achieve superior coverage by generating tremendous turbulence within the canopy. Each fan-head is driven electrically, eliminating the risk of hydraulic oil contamination on the vines. The electric drive system also eliminates maintenance associated with hydraulically driven fan heads, including changing and disposing of hydraulic fluid. GreenTech sprayers were created with a unique curved-arm design to ensure unmatched fan head placement. The easily adjustable design allows you to directly target your spray application while the unique nozzle system accommodates both low-volume and high-volume applications through a simple change of the nozzles.
Difference: GreenTech sprayers are now available in both three- and four-row configurations and are equipped to work well with several different grape harvesters. The current multi-row design of the GreenTech sprayer is compatible with both the Gregoire G120 and G140 and also the URM 900-795, and additional models are being designed for use with other harvesters. The two different mounting designs allow you to customize the sprayer arm/folding configuration to best fit your vineyard and your operation. The sprayers are designed to mount easily with full integration into the chassis platform. Each GreenTech sprayer also comes complete with mounting/storage stands that allow for quick change-over from spraying to harvesting.
OXBO International Corporation K & O
Lynden, WA ph:360-354-1500 • www.korvan.com
NEW Korvan 3016XL
Description: For 2005, OXBO is introducing a new Korvan grape harvester, the 3016XL. Built upon the success of the Korvan 3016, the Korvan 3016XL was designed with a catcher area that is 22" longer. This increased catching area enables the operator to pick at higher speeds while maintaining optimum fruit retention. The 3016XL also features a wider kicker belt for improved cleaning in high tonnage crops. This harvester utilizes the same soft-touch bow rod system and the gentle bucket conveyance system that Korvan harvesters are known for. With many options to customize the 3016XL, it is an ideal harvester for vineyards of all sizes.
Difference: Korvan's unique bucket system maintains the integrity of the grapes. Because Korvan's buckets don't drag fruit but instead carry it to the gondola, Korvan's line of grape harvesters is able to give users a more clean, whole fruit than any other harvester. Korvan harvesters are built in the United States, so parts are readily available if they are needed during the season. Harvesters are also backed by a comprehensive dealer and service technician network.
Pacific Western Container 417
Santa Ana, CA ph:714-547-9266 • www.pacificwestern.com
Vine Protectors
Description: Pacific Western Container manufactures specialty agricultural products such as Vine Protectors and Tree Protectors. Adding a Protector creates an individual greenhouse-like effect for each young vine or tree. It maintains an even moisture to encourage faster, healthier growth while it protects against natural elements, such as wind and frost, predators and herbicide spraying. Just place the Protector over the vine or tree, and mound soil around the bottom to provide a seal. A Vine Protector automatically trains vines to reach the cordon wire for attaching. Vine Protectors are available as a tri-tube or square drop-on. Tree Protectors come in three styles: a square drop-on or lock-on and a staple-on. Both Vine and Tree Protectors are white, poly-coated on two sides and treated to withstand water and weather conditions.
Difference: Pacific Western Container has been dedicated to satisfying their customers since 1973. Additionally, the Vine Protectors they offer have been field-tested for many years.
R & S Supply Co 1417
Napa, CA ph:707-252-6969 • www.rssupply.com
NEW Super Klean Washdown Products
Description: Super Klean now has an all-Stainless Steel Washdown Station, comes complete with either ball valves or globe valves, hose rack and all mounting hardware. The company also stocks a complete selection of sanitary valves and fittings.
Difference: The R & S Supply Co product is all Stainless Steel.
Rain Bird Agri-Products 226
Glendora, CA ph:800-435-5624 • www.rainbird.com
NEW LF1200 Series Sprinkler
Description: The LF1200TM Series Sprinkler is a low flow sprinkler that offers full-circle operation, with a variety of color-coded nozzles and deflector inserts that snap into place with a push of a finger, making accommodations to every setup a snap.
Difference: The new Rain Bird® LF1200 Series Sprinkler is built rugged to withstand the harsh conditions in agricultural applications. It has been designed to combine the advantages of an impact sprinkler with stream height flexibility, delivering precise, uniform water distribution. Rain Bird has been producing innovative irrigation solutions since 1933.
Shur Farms Frost Protection 2402
Upland, CA ph:909-920-5707 • www.shurfarms.com
SIS Frost Protection
Description: The award-winning SIS frost protection method pulls the cold air from the lower areas of the vineyard and removes it to a height of 300 feet, allowing the warmer air above to settle into the vineyard. The first new method of frost protection in over 50 years, SIS frost protection has won worldwide acclaim and awards, such as the Rolex Award for most important invention of the year, the Genisis Award for scientific achievement and the Tech Museum award in the intel environment category. In use now in the U.S., New Zealand, Australia, France, Spain, Argentina, Chile and Uruguay, the SIS method has been proven to be the most effective method of radiation frost control.
Difference: Each SIS frost protection system is designed after a detailed technical study performed by Frost Protection Corp. Frost patterns, damage areas and airflows are modeled using sattelite imagery and digital elevation models. The critical areas are pinpointed, and the amount of cold air generated that will flow into these areas is calculated precisely. A typical SIS system will be a combination of passive protection methods, including air-flow dams and diversions, and active cold air removal.
St Patrick's of Texas S4
Austin, TX ph:512-989-9727 • www.stpats.com
Harvest Wagon with Screw-Feed
Description: The Harvest Wagon provides an easy means of moving grapes from the vineyard to the press or destemmer. A stainless steel screw-feed, driven by the tractor PTO, gently discharges the fruit from the wagon. Typically, the discharge is directly into a destemmer or into an elevator which moves the fruit to the press or destemmer. The wagon is narrow enough to easily move between vineyard rows. The Harvest Wagon has a 304 stainless steel construction. Two sizes are available, 2 and 1.2 ton capacity. Manufactured by Enoitalia.
Difference: The Harvest Wagon offers small wineries the ability to move grapes more efficiently from the vineyard to the destemmer or press. In particular, small lots of hand-picked fruit can be transported with much greater ease, thus reducing labor costs. The screw-feed of the wagon eliminates the need for either manual lifting of the fruit into the destemmer-hopper or the use of forktruck to dump bins into a large hopper.
VBC Viticulture Equipment
Rep: Giaro Enterprise Inc 139
Corta Madera, CA ph:415-924-2611 • www.vbcsite.com
VBC Viticulture Equipment
Description: VBC manufactures vineyard equipment, such as vine trimmers, pre-pruners, leaf removers, side-shoot removers and more. Manufactured in Italy, VBC equipment was designed by engineers who have served the European grape growing industry for 15 years. The workmanship is high quality and uses only the best materials available. The machines can be mounted on 40hp tractors (and up) which helps to reduce expenses.
Difference: VBC's research and development team is committed to innovating and upgrading their entire product line to meet the needs of the changing viticulture environment.
Wildlife Control Technology Inc 414
Fresno, CA ph:800-235-0262 • www.wildlife-control.com
NEW Lee's Gopher Getter
Description: Lee's Gopher Getter liquid bait is biodegradable, chemical-free, non-lethal and environmentally friendly. It comes in a four-ounce bottle and costs $5.95, with four to six applications per bottle. Squirt Gopher Getter bait into a gopher hole before inserting a trap. The smell helps bring the gopher to the trap.
Difference: Lee's Gopher Getter was developed by our on-staff biologist, and has been professionally tested and used by our staff for many years. Lee's Gopher Getter works in conjunction with the Black Hole Gopher Trap.
Vineyard Supplies
Agro-K Corp 1314
Minneapolis, MN ph:763-780-4116 • www.agro-k.com
NEW Vigor-Cal-PhosTM
Description: Over the last two years, Vigor-Cal-PhosTM has become a leading foliar product in the wine industry, helping grape growers improve grape quality through nutrient-induced resistance. By promoting vine health and nutrition, by improving phosphorus and calcium uptake and by stimulating a plant's natural defense mechanisms, VCP has proven to growers that it can push grape quality to a new level of excellence. Due to the tremendous success and demand for VCP, which was introduced into the U.S. wine industry in 2002, Agro-K has developed a new line of foliar fertilizers based on Agro-K's proprietary "phosphite" technology.
The following new phosphite-based product blends will be available to growers starting in 2005: Vigor Zn Phos, Vigor Mg Phos, Vigor Mn Phos, Vigor Cu Phos, Vigor Cal-Mag Phos, Vigor MZ Phos and Vigor Cal-K Phos.
Agro-K was the first to bring a calcium phosphite to market and is now first with a host of micronutrient phosphites. This new line of fertilizers will be unique to the industry and will allow growers to mix and match nutrients as their plants' needs dictate. Agro-K's research and development team has discovered a compatibility technique (Precip-ventTM) that permits all its phosphite products to be mixed together, even calcium and potassium in concentrated forms, without fear of precipitation.
Difference: There are currently no phosphite products on the market containing Zinc, Magnesium, Manganese and Copper. Many foliar nutrients, especially calcium, will precipitate when mixed with other nutrients. Calcium and potassium are very problematic. Agro-K's new phosphite line's nutrients are completely compatible with one another.
American & Lake County Nursery 1020
Madison, VA ph:707-942-4100
Grapevines
Description: American & Lake County Grapevine Nurseries are providing dormant benchgrafts, dormant rootings and potted green vines to the grape growing industry.
Difference: American & Lake County Grapevine Nurseries produces high quality grapevines.
Benner's Gardens Inc 117
Conshohocken, PA ph:800-753-4660 • www.bennersgardens.com
Benner's Virtually Invisible Deer Fence
Description: Benner's Virtually Invisible Deer Fencing is made from lightweight, high-strength, ultra low visibility, UV-resistant, black polypropylene mesh material. The fence features unique, easy to install two-piece support posts. Full system and accessories are available. Professional installations are available in many areas of the U.S.
Difference: Proven effective for over 12 years and many thousands of applications. Lightweight yet incredibly strong black poly mesh secures vineyards against deer damage without creating an unsightly prison compound look. Unique two-piece support posts allow easy installation without the need for specialized or mechanized equipment.
Biologically Integrated Organics, Inc 1212 & 1214
Sonoma, CA ph:707-939-7277 • www.bio-inc.com
VESTA
Description: VESTA is a unique product containing both agricultural minerals and soil inoculants that enhance the growing medium. VESTA represents a new level in the complex blending of a community of diverse microorganisms, balanced with soluble humus and biologically derived organic acids. Independent research has shown that VESTA strongly inhibits Armillaria mellea, commonly known as Oak Root Fungus.
Difference: There is no other known chemical or biological product that inhibits the pathogen Armillaria mellea.
Central Valley Builders Supply 915
St. Helena, CA ph:707-286-1448 • www.cvbsupply.com
MacroBins
Description: Central Valley Builders Supply offers the MacroBin 24-solid Polypropylene bin, which is 28" tall x 47" width x 47" length. CVBS is also a stocking distributor for Macro Plastics.
Difference: The MacroBin 24-solid Polypropylene bin's dimensions are unique in the industry.
Dow AgroSciences LLC 113
Woodland, CA ph:530-668-6665 • www.dowagro.com
NEW Entrust Insect Control
Description: OMRI-approved, Entrust can be used with organic grapes for control of leafroller, leaffolder, thrips, orange tortrix and skeletonizer. It controls pests via two modes of action: contact and ingestion, giving it quick knockdown plus residual.
Difference: Entrust does not disrupt most beneficial insect populations and has a mode of action different from any existing product used in grapes.
NEW Intrepid Insecticide
Description: Intrepid provides long-lasting control of leafrollers, leaffolders and orange tortrix. Intrepid has a highly selective mode of action that targets lepidopterous pests while preserving beneficial insect populations. It is classified by the EPA as a Reduced Risk Pesticide.
Difference: Intrepid has a highly-selective mode of action that targets lepidopterous pests while preserving beneficial insect populations.
NEW Success Insect Control
Description: Success is an insect control product that controls leafroller, thrips, skeletonizer and orange tortrix. Success controls these pests via two modes of action: contact and ingestion, giving it quick knockdown plus residual. Applications of Success will not disrupt beneficial insects.
Difference: The mode of action of Success is different from any existing product used on grapes.
Duarte Nursery Inc 1101, 1103 & 1105
Hughson, CA ph:209-531-0351 • www.duartenursery.com
Grapevines
Description: Duarte Nursery offers grafted potted grapevines created from top-quality certified and industry-acknowledged source blocks.
Difference: Duarte products are pre-sorted for best quality and uniformity to provide 100 percent customer satisfaction. Duarte exhibits customer satisfaction and horticultural knowledge by diversifying with other agricultural crops.
Herrick Grapevines 713
St. Helena, CA ph:707-967-8000 • www.herrickgrapevines.com
Herrick Grapevines
Description: Herrick Grapevines is a supplier of both dormant and greengrowing grafted grapevines to the wine industry. Herrick Grapevines offers a complete selection of varieties and clones from California Foundation Plant Services, French ENTAV authentic material and a wide variety of field selections.
Difference: Herrick Grapevines offers advanced grafting technology. Sanitation is of the highest priority in order to provide customers with the cleanest material possible and minimize the possibility of plant failure in the vineyard. All of the field-grown dormant vines are hot-water dipped to Department of Agriculture standards at no extra charge. All of the grafting material is repeatedly sanitized to assure clean, disease-free wood. All of the plants are inspected at each stage of the growing process. This means the plants are inspected 10 times to eliminate any with flaws.
Customer Service is a top priority at Herrick Grapevines. Herrick Grapevines offers prompt answers to questions; customers are kept informed as to the progress of their order and help is offered in deciding which clones and rootstocks are best suited to a customer's vineyard site. Herrick Grapevines follows up with help and service after the vineyard has been planted. Herrick Grapevines' website is updated weekly and shows current inventories of plants available.
Turf-Seed Inc 2400
Ventura, CA ph:805-641-9911 • www.turf-seed.com
Pure Gold Tall Fescue
Description: Pure Gold is a variety of tall fescue used for erosion and dust control in the vineyard. Pure Gold is a perennial grass and is the only tall fescue with tolerance to moderate rates of glyphosate. Weed control in the vineyard can be handled quickly and easily with an application of glyphosate while maintaining a permanent cover crop. Pure Gold is not a biotech development, but was developed through traditional plant breeding methods of selection and backcrossing under increasing glyphosate pressure. Pure Gold is best adapted to cooler coastal climates.
Difference: Pure Gold is glyphosate tolerant. This makes it possible to reduce the cost of vineyard weed maintenance and trips through the vineyard. Fewer trips through the vineyard result in less expense for the vineyard owner.
Vintage Nurseries 1224
Wasco, CA ph:800-499-9019 • www.vintagenurseries.com
NEW New Selections
Description: Vintage Nurseries has 34 new plant additions in their portfolio. Some, but not all, of the newly available plants include: RS3 rootstock and RS9 rootstock: Sweet Scarlet Table Grape, Cab Franc 11 (214) Cert, Cab Sauv 33 (191) Cert, Chardonnay 72 (Wente) Cert, Grenache 224, Merlot 14 (348) Cert, Pinot Blanc 07 (55) Cert, Pinot Noir 72 (667) Cert, Roussanne 467, Sauvignon Blanc 14 (316) Cert and Syrah 07 (877) Cert.
Difference: New selections. Vintage Nurseries is the largest grapevine nursery in the world.
Winery Equipment: BottlingLarchmont, NY ph:914-834-1881 • www.americantartaric.com
NEW Alfatek
Description: Alfatek, a manufacturer of bottling equipment, is the newest addition to the American Tartaric product line. Exclusive in the U.S., American Tartaric offers complete Alfatek bottling lines as well as mobile units. Some Alfatek features include a patented no-drip filler spout warranty, zero O2 pick-up guarantee and mirror finish availability.
Difference: Alfatek is designed by winemakers for winemakers, with features such as rinsing, filling and corking, and uses a vacuum pump free filler that eliminates bottle shock.
American Tartaric Products Inc P2
ColloPack Solutions LLC 1203
Napa, CA ph:707-258-3940 • www.collopack.com
Bertolaso Sigma Capper
Description: The Bertolaso Sigma pilfer-proof capper is a versatile machine capable of applying long-skirted, roll-on, tamper evident aluminum caps at speeds from 40 to 500 BPM. Operating features of the Sigma include Type DS automatic rotary distributor, custom-designed distribution chute, electronic fiber optics to check for presence of caps in the distribution chute, and the Bertolaso TF100 heads, featuring the "no cap, no roll" safety device to prevent glass breakage.
Difference: The new Bertolaso modular design allows the Sigma to be installed as a stand-alone machine or integrated into a modular, multi-functional rinser/filler/corker/capper block. Also, the patented, adjustable feedscrew and infeed star minimize changeover time for different diameter bottles.
Criveller California Corp L1
Windsor, CA ph:707-838-2222 • www.criveller.com
NEW FIMER Revolving Turret Monobloc RT 9-1 SV Corker/ROPP
Description: This is a unique bottling line offering a number of distinct advantages and options. The Fimer Monobloc 9-1 with Revolving Turret is a filler, corker or capper capable of an output of approximately 25 bottles per minute. The 9-1 begins with a single head deaeration station; this unit vacuums out the air from the bottle and then injects nitrogen, minimizing oxygen pick up while bottling. Next is the nine-head gravity or low-vacuum filler, complete with a nitrogen blanketing system, again drastically minimizing any oxygen pick-up. After filling is the revolving turret for either corking or capping. This station is a single-head unit with both the automatic corker and screw capper on one single turret. The automatic corker is a four-jaw system complete with vacuum for both natural and synthetic corks. If corking is not the only closure that you're using, then rotate the Revolving Turret to the capping station. This side of the turret will dispense the caps, place them on the bottle and seal the cap into position. The capper works with the most updated ROPP caps available on the market, including those with REDRAW technology.
Difference: The FIMER Revolving Turret Monobloc is a novelty in the industry. The Revolving Turret essentially combines the capability of two machines, corking and capping, into one compact unit, without giving up efficiency. Fimer is one of the few manufacturers offering the Revolving Turret option.
Dana Labels Inc 717 & 719
Beaverton, OR ph:503-646-7933 • www.danalabelspdx.com
Label-aide Tabletop Labelers
Description: Dana Labels offers their line of pressure-sensitive labelers to the wine industry. Label-aide Tabletop Labelers are designed and built to place pressure-sensitive labels on wine bottles. There are three different models, each filling a distinctive need, from placing a single label on the bottle by manually turning a crank handle, to a fully semi-automatic motor-driven model that has the ability to place a front and a back label on the bottle and control the spacing between the two labels. The three models, the Label-aide, the "ZIP" and the "TRE," are all built to ensure years of trouble-free service and share a unique platform design that allows for easy, fast and accurate labeling. The Label-aide line is designed and built at Dana Labels' Beaverton, Oregon facility and is a complement to their label manufacturing company.
Difference: The Label-aide line of tabeltop labelers is made in the U.S. by the same people that print wine labels. The advantages are many. Dana Labels combines the knowledge of paper and adhesives and how they perform in real life on the bottling line. Customers can order labels from the same people that made their labeling machine. In business since 1984, Dana Labels, Inc. is one of the original pioneers of pressure-sensitive wine labels and is largely responsible for the use of many of the papers used in pressure-sensitive wine label production today.
Krones Inc 1230
Franklin, WI ph:414-409-4000 • www.krones.com
Krones Product Line
Description: Krones is a single source for all high-speed packaging machinery. The company engineers, manufactures and installs a full range of packaging equipment as well as fully integrated packaging lines. Krones also offers comprehensive support (parts, service and training). The company's regional service and sales centers provide maximum response and productivity with minimum downtime. At Unified, Krones will be promoting their entire product line portfolio with videos, presentations and literature.
Difference: Krones is a global presence with established leadership and broad industry experience.
St Patrick's of Texas S4
Austin, TX ph:512-989-9727 • www.stpats.com
Filling/Corking Monoblock for Small Wineries
Description: This monoblock is designed specifically for the small winery and offers the features of larger commercial equipment at a significant cost savings. The base unit sells for around $20,000. The monoblock couples a high-quality single-head corker with vacuum/gas-purge capabilities and a five-spout gravity filling head. Maximum production is 850 bottles/hr. A frequency drive (aka inverter) precisely controls timing and speed control. The corker is also driven by an inverter for smooth operation. Options include a feed conveyor, vacuum filling for oils or viscous products, and configuration for 375 ml bottles. The monoblock has stainless steel construction and is mounted on four casters for easy mobility. Manufactured by MEP of Italy.
Difference: The MEP filling/corking monoblock offers significant cost savings compared to monoblocks with comparable performance and also offers some superior features. For example, the corker offers the best vacuum capabilities of any single-head corker. Gas purge is also a standard option for the corker. The corker has a unique independent frequency drive which provides electronic braking of its motor for smooth operation. The simple rotary design of the monoblock affords very easy maintenance.
Presses,Pumps & TanksOakland, CA ph:510-339-0170 • www.artisanbarrels.com
NEW Rousseau Open-Top Fermenter and Casks
Description: These Rousseau vats and casks are a cost-effective way for the winemaker to ferment and age red and white wine, with: less oak impact, better oak integration, more textural softness and less handling than regular 60-gallon barrels.
In 2005, Rousseau will be offering a range of 700L, 900L, 1800L, 3600L and 4500L open-top fermenters with standard stainless steel fittings and cooling/heating plates to ferment red wine. For white and red wine maturation, Rousseau crafts French oak ovals and rounds as well as closed-top fermenters with stainless steel latches. All are made in Burgundy and are seasoned for 48 months.
Difference: The new products supplement Rousseau's 600L and 800L capacity tanks.
Artisan Barrels 726
Carlsen & Associates N2
Healdsburg, CA ph:707-431-2000 • www.carlsenassociates.com
Waukesha Universal 130
Description: Carlsen and Associates has been a supplier of winery equipment for almost 20 years. At the top of Carlsen and Associates' product line is the Waukesha Universal 130 pump. This positive displacement pump is a workhorse and is used throughout the winery in most aspects of wine or must movement. The pump has set a quality standard for the industry, and all of the components of the Waukesha 130 have been chosen for durability, reliability and serviceability. The most notable feature of the pump is its simplicity: it's been designed to be portable, and the controls have been selected for easy use on the crush pad or in the cellar.
Difference: The Waukesha 130 will do all phases of wine production, from pumping must or juice to barrel work, bottling and pump-overs. Carlsen and Associates also offers support, service and full two-year warranty.
ConeTech Inc 1219
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-577-7500 • www.conetech.com
PolarCladTM Tank Insulation
Description: PolarClad tank cladding is a thick (3") sheath of polystyrene foam with an external bonded skin of pearl-white aluminum. The measuring system and workshop conversion technique employed by PolarClad's technicians enables the pre-cutting and pre-shaping of panels to the precise shape and curvatures of every individual tank. Each set of panels is assembled on site to the exact, form-fitting "body suit" for each tank. Panels are joined together by rivets. A single day is usually sufficient to clad an average 10,000 gallon tank.
Difference: The materials are assembled and produced locally. There is no work disruption within the winery operations, therefore allowing the insulation installation to be carried out year-round. As a new feature, PolarClad will be offering Stainless Steel exterior cladding as well as the standard aluminum "skin." Benefits of PolarClad include: no application mess, unlike spray-on insulating foam; no cracking, flaking, chipping, drying out or gathering of dirt or dust; no invitation to birds, small rodents and insects to take up residence; energy savings; reduction in power usage can be as much as 96.5 percent; no access problems for tank repairs or maintenance; and approved for the Energy Savings Rebate Program.
ENERFAB 701
Cincinnati, OH ph:513-482-7760 • www.enerfab.com
Lastiglas/Munkadur Tank Lining
Description: Lastiglas Munkadur tank lining has been used successfully in the wine industry for 30 years. It is a two-part, 100 percent epoxy that bonds to carbon steel to provide a hygienic lining system. This product does not impart any taste into the wine, will hold up for years of service, and complies with all federal and state VOC requirements.
Difference: Lastiglas Munkadur tank lining incorporates 100 percent solid technology and has the longest proven track record in the industry.
Idiaz services 1517
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-545-1081
Portable Round Stainless Steel Tank
Description: A portable round stainless steel tank design offers the convenience of four-by-four, plastic fermenting bins. These cylindrical tanks are reinforced and mounted to a square frame along the boom so that they can be lifted with a bin dumper or forklift. They feature glycol jackets and fittings but no doors. Contents can be dumped directly into a press with a forklift, eliminating the need to rake out pomace. The tanks hold one ton of grapes and can be used for punch down like a regular tank.
Difference: The tank offers the advantages of a large tank for the small producer, yet larger wineries will find them useful for working with small lots. The tanks can be temperature-controlled and have a thermostat mount. Flex-hoses can be quickly connected and disconnected, and there are removable racking screens. The tanks can be used as open-top fermentors, as close-top fermentors or for storage. A clam-on top is also available as is a floating top that sits inside of the tank for smaller batches.
OPA Corporation 125
Burlingame, CA ph:650-692-1632 • www.opa-inox.com
Manways, Valves, Floating Lid Seals
Description: OPA offers stainless steel manways for wine tanks, rectangular, oval and round manways for atmospheric and high pressure applications. OPA also offers custom-built products, such as clamp butterfly and ball valves, and sample and gauge valves.
Difference: OPA offers high quality, custom-made products upon request.
R.F. MacDonald Co 500, 502 & 504
Hayward, CA ph:510-784-0110 x7410 • www.rfmacdonald.com
NEW Seepex BT35-6
Description: Seepex Model BT35-6 progressing cavity pump is specially designed for must or whole-cluster pumping. This specific model is targeted at the small- to mid-range winery looking for an extremely reliable must pump that will do up to 30 tons per hour, passes two-inch solids, handles MOG, is low shear and reliable. The pump is constructed with an open hopper and full size auger for easy conveying of grape must. The pump is stainless steel construction with a prewired and mounted Variable Frequency Inverter, and remote start/stop/reverse pendant, mounted on a stainless steel cart for easy maneuvering.
Difference: This pump has been customized for must service. The rotors have a smooth surface finish for smoother operation and increased service life, Duktil-coated rotors and shaft for hardness, molded to size stators for high efficiencies and lower power requirements, patented TSE-Dry Running Protection to protect the pump against damage and right angle bevel gear motors for optimum space saving configuration.
Santa Rosa Stainless Steel 711
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-544-7777 • www.srss.com
Santa Rosa Stainless Steel
Description: Santa Rosa Stainless Steel (SRSS) is the highest ranked tank manufacturer in the country. SRSS offers experience, high quality tanks and on-time deliveries. Stainless steel tanks from one gallon to 700,000 gallons. We specialize in fermenting tanks, storage tanks and tanks for micro-oxygenation. We offer jacketed tanks for heating to jacketed tanks for cold stabilization. Stainless steel legs to mild steel painted bases. SRSS also offers aluminum and stainless steel catwalks to access tanks, a full line of valves, vents and heating and cooling panels. SRSS has been in business for 38 years.
Difference: The company promises on-time deliveries and to never run out of material. Each tank or stand is designed to meet the seismic calculations for the individual installation. Every tank is built with stringent quality control measures, which were designed for and approved by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Valley Pipe & Supply Inc S3
Fresno, CA ph:559-233-0321 • www.valleypipe.com
NEW TankNET Controls; Amos
Description: TankNET TC-1 and the new PL-1 tank controllers provide accurate, calibration-free temperature monitoring and control. The product also provides Power Line networking, which eliminates the expense of installing tank-to-tank cabling by sending communications over the winery's existing electrical wires. When combined with TankNET's web-based software, the TC-1 and PL-1 controls at each tank are accessed from any web browser.
Difference: Amos destemmer/crushers, conveyors and must pumps can all be purchased through Valley Pipe and Supply.
Winery Equipment: OtherAshland, VA ph:804-550-1051 • www.apaarusa.com
Wine Alcolyzer
Description: Anton Paar USA's Wine Alcolyzer measures the alcohol content of wine and sparkling wine easily and quickly. It offers simple calibration and operation, high accuracy and fast results. The new patented measuring technique using NIR (near infra-red) measures the alcohol content directly while avoiding the difficulties of current NIR-based systems.
Difference: The Wine Alcolyzer does not require an extensive database for making comparative measurements. Instead, adjustment procedures are easy, using only pure water and a mixture of ethanol and water in the 7-14 percent range. Water is used to set the zero point; the ethanol and water mixture adjusts the slope of the measuring range. Measurements are fast and highly accurate, with an error of less than 0.1 percent over the range of 0-20 percent vol/vol alcohol, with a 95 percent confidence level. Sample preparation is minimal. No preparation is required for finished, non-sparkling wines. Sparkling wines which may form bubbles in the measuring chamber should be degassed. Highly turbid samples should be filtered.
Anton Paar USA 313
ARS/Electro-Steam 629 & 631
Santa Fe Springs, CA ph:707-942-8330 • www.cleanwinery.com
SWASHTM Steam Generator
Description: ARS/Pressure Washer Company, in collaboration with their partner, Electro-Steam Generator Corporation, has been supplying steam generators to the wine industry for over a decade. ARS/PWC recently announced the introduction of the SWASHTM steam generator, developed by ARS/PWC and manufactured by Electro Steam. The companies have developed a new steam generator that specifically addresses the needs of wineries in a superior way to the industrial units the company had been providing. The SWASH steam generator is a portable, all-electric steam generator available in five different sizes, based on the requirements of the winery and for facilities with 208, 240 or 480v, three-phase power. Steam is arguably the most effective way to clean, sanitize or sterilize bottling lines, tanks, barrels, equipment, and the facility walls and floors.
Difference: The SWASH steam generator is portable with pneumatic wheels for easy maneuverability. The working components of the unit are all contained in an easy-to-maintain stainless steel enclosure. The unit has a high/low pressure switch that allows the user to quickly and easily change from a user selectable high or low preset pressure. The units are factory preset for 20 and 80 psi. Low pressure is recommended for barrels and bottling lines. High pressure can be used for floors, walls, equipment or vented tanks. A panel-mounted pressure gauge makes monitoring pressure convenient. A panel-mounted on/off switch is simple to use. From a cold start, the unit is generally making full steam output in 10 to 15 minutes. These units are energy-efficient and make 97 percent dry steam.
domnick hunter inc 1213 & 1215
Charlotte, NC ph:800-345-8462 • www.domnickhunter.com
NEW BEVPOR PH Terminal Microbiological Stabilization
in Wine Applications
Description: Minimizing the cost of microbiological stabilization per unit volume while maintaining quality and product characteristics is a key requirement within wine production. BEVPOR PH is an advanced membrane filter cartridge designed for the beverage industry to meet and surpass these criteria. Specifically developed as a beverage-grade cartridge, BEVPOR PH utilizes an advanced polyethersulphone membrane and integral pre-filter layer to give high flow rates, long life and improved throughput. The combination of pre-filter and the asymmetrical pore structure of the membrane provides graded filtration through the depth of the media, resulting in increased capacity to hold contaminants. Componentry has been selected to withstand repeated chemical cleaning and steam sterilization.
Difference: BEVPOR PH features low absorption of protein, color and flavor components. The asymmetrical membrane pore structure provides high contaminant loading capacity.
Elutriate Systems 542
Santa Clara, CA ph:805-474-9390 • www.elutriatesystems.com
Bio Reactors
Description: Elutriate Systems designs, installs, permits and operates state-of-the-art winery wastewater treatment systems. These systems utilize very efficient aeration and concentrated bacteria levels to quickly digest the high levels of BOD in the wastewater to meet strict discharge requirements. By making the systems very efficient, with high digestion rates of BOD, the volume of the systems is smaller, the amount of electricity used is less, also the amount of space required is reduced from acres for ponds to square feet in size for Bio Reactors. The wastewater flows through a screening system and into the first aeration tank where it is pH-adjusted automatically. The aeration is provided by very durable rotary blowers and is delivered and distributed by fine bubble diffusers. The smaller the bubble, the better the oxygen transfer with less horsepower required. The aeration is also controlled by a dissolved oxygen sensor and a variable frequency drive, allowing the blower(s) to speed up and slow down based upon demand.
Difference: Most wineries utilize ponding systems which are not efficient in both land-use and electrical usage. This is compounded in that the inefficiency of the aeration requires a larger volume of the system, which means more volume needs to be aerated in the same inefficient manner. Bio Reactors represent a new look at winery wastewater and are able to convert a liability into an asset. With ponding systems, the bacteria which consume the dissolved sugars (BOD) settle to the bottom of the pond. These ponds eventually require dredging to clean them out. Often this is considered a hazardous waste as metals also accumulate on the bottom of the pond. Zinc from galvanized metal corroded by acidic wine is common. The bacteria used in Bio Reactors produce compost tea. Beneficial microbes speed the conversion of the organic material in the soil to what the roots require. The beneficial aerobic bacteria overpopulate more harmful bacteria, which favor anaerobic conditions.
Euro-Machines Inc D1
Cordelia, CA ph:707-864-5800 • www.euromachinesusa.com
NEW BRAUD VL with Euroselect Destemmer
Description: The Euroselect Destemmer, in combination with the new features of the BRAUD Grape Harvester, type VL, allow wineries to receive perfectly clean, machine-picked fruit. This machine is being exhibited along with a Stationary Euroselect Destemmer for Wineries with hand-picked fruit. Euro-Machines introduced both systems this year in the U.S. and had great success with both varieties.
The Euroselect Destemmer is a brand new design, made by Scharfenberger of Germany and introduced to the U.S. by Euro-Machines, Inc.
Flowtonics LLC P2
Rochester, NY ph:585-239-6025 • www.flowtonics.com
Flowtonics ES-1 Precision Endpoint Monitor
Description: The Flowtonics ES-1 Precision Endpoint Monitor is a fluid transition detection instrument that is used in a range of winery operations, including cellaring, filtering, bottling and materials transfer. It is designed to provide operational personnel with an easy way to know when different liquids such as wine, juice, hyproof, water, hfcs, etc. are flowing through the transfer pipes. The ES-1 alerts floor personnel when to change valve settings to reduce product loss and water consumption, increasing efficiency and profitability in many winemaking departments. The ES-1 has been a proven investment in the world's largest wineries.
Difference: The ES-1 Precision Endpoint Monitor is the only portable transition monitor that is adaptable to a wide range of fittings, pipe sizes, operating temperatures and different products in the beverage industry. This is a patented process and the only product of its kind on the market. Flowtonics ES-1 Precision Endpoint Monitor has been tested and proven to reduce product dump loss by over 50 percent in a typical cellaring operation. It improves efficiency and productivity on bottling machines and filters by extracting maximum product during wash-up and sanitation processes.
FMC Invalco
Stephenville, TX ph:800-772-8582 • www.fmcinvalco.com
NEW Model 4200 Meter Mounted Rate Totalizer
Description: The Model 4200 Rate/Totalizer is designed to accept frequency or pulse inputs from a wide range of flowmeters, and to display flowrate and a re-settable total directly in engineering units. Two different versions of the instrument are available: a battery-powered version with scaled pulse output and a loop-powered version with 4-20mA output. The Model 4200 is fully programmable with K-Factors, linearization of multiple K-factors, decimal point positions and timebase programmed via the front panel switches. The instrument is housed in a weatherproof polycarbonate enclosure that can be mounted directly on a flowmeter, panel-mounted or wall-mounted using a pivoting bracket.
Difference: The INVALCO Model 4200 is a meter-mount or wall-mounted, programmable, battery-operated, intrinsically-safe, rate/totalizer suitable for use in NEMA 4X weatherproof areas. As an option, the Model 4200 can be loop-powered and supply a 4-20 mA output, or be powered from a 8-35 Vdc supply.
G&D Chillers Inc 929
Eugene, OR ph:800-555-0973 • www.gdchillers.com
NEW Fire 'N' Ice
Description: G&D Chillers has a newly developed 2.75 hp Fire 'N' Ice portable chilling unit that either heats or cools. It incorporates a low-watt density incoloy element built specifically for glycol. The unit's heating or chilling capabilities exist without loss of glycol or damage from high heat contact. The unit is totally self-contained with wheels for easy portability. The exterior is covered in 304 Stainless steel.
Difference: The Fire 'N' Ice has the ability to heat up to four tanks at one time.
Gould Stainless Products Ltd 1519
Calgary, Alberta, Canada ph: 403-640-2331
Stainless Steel Fittings, Valves and Tank Doors
Description: Gould Stainless Products offers sanitary stainless steel fittings, valves, pumps, tank manways and related equipment, industrial ball valves, pipe and fittings for the wine industry.
Difference: Gould Stainless Products is the Canadian distributor of Tassalini valves and products as well as the Canadian distributor of Zorzini Manway doors and related equipment. The company ships its products all over North America and the world.
Humes Process Technology 544
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-544-0515
Toftejorg Brand Tank Cleaning Machines
Description: Toftejorg brand rotating jet tank cleaning machines are rugged and easy to service machines. A broad range of available machine sizes and configurations means Humes can optimize a winery's cleaning process, whether that means improving sanitation and safety standards, shortening cleaning times, reducing water and chemical usage, or all of the above.
Difference: Compared to competitive machines, Toftejorg brand tank cleaning machines have typically half the weight and half the number of unique parts. Toftejorg brand machines are thus easier and safer to handle by cellar staff, and significantly less expensive to service.
IES-WineTemp Systems 403
Napa, CA ph:707-255-9295 • www.ies-hvac.com
NEW Solar and Waste Heat Glycol Chiller
Description: IES offers manufacturing packaged solar and waste heat absorption glycol chillers for use in wineries and other process applications. Absorption chillers use hot water from solar water heating collectors or from gas-driven Micro Turbines to capture waste heat, then uses this heat to generate cold glycol using no toxic chemicals. One unit operates from 38°F glycol temperature, and the other unit goes to 15°F glycol temperature. Packaged units are available with all pumps, control panels, cooling tower and chiller-mounted; piped and wired for easy installation. Sizes range from 50 tons to 500 tons, for use with solar, propane, natural gas or bio gas. Unitchangeable target-gas selective electrochemical SMART-CELL for the measurement of gas concentrations in ambient air. An internal pump delivers a positive sample flow for quick, accurate measurement. The unit includes an interchangeable SMART CELL for any one of several gases, primary and secondary batteries, charger, storage case, data logging software and RS-232 output cable. The backlit LCD display shows gas concentration reading in real time. Gas concentrations are measured by an electrochemical SMART CELL which has internally stored gas calibration data. The sensors can be exchanged quickly without the need for calibration. The unit can store 12,000 data points of memory and has optional analog output 0 to 1.0 VDC.
Available for the following gases: alcohol, ammonia, bromine, carbon monoxide, chlorine, chlorine dioxide, fluorine, formaldehyde, hydrogen, hydrogen chloride, hydrogen peroxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitric oxide, nitrogen dioxide, oxygen, ozone and sulfur dioxide. Applications include confined space entry, fugitive emissions testing, equipment and piping leak detection, ambient air measurement, OSHA compliance measurements, emergency hazmat response and safety data logging requirements.
Difference: Unlike many portable gas sensing units, the EC-P2 uses electrochemical sensors to eliminate interference gas readings. The SMART-CELLS hold internal calibration data, and the interchangeable cells allow a single EC-P2 to monitor more than 20 gases.
Mazzei Injector Corp 342
Bakersfield, CA ph:661-363-6500 • www.mazzei.net
NEW Mazzei® Air Injectors
Description: Mazzei® air injectors are used in pump-overs for macro-aeration. The air injectors are available with either cam-lock or tri-clamp sanitary connections. Sizes of injectors range from 1-1/2 inch to 4-inch, with flow ranges of 40gpm to 450gpm.
Difference: The unique design of Mazzei injectors develops high-air suction and mixing capabilities while maintaining a sufficient downstream pressure for additional hydraulic mixing. Mazzei Injector Corporation has been manufacturing high-efficiency injectors since 1978 with worldwide distribution. Most recently, the company introduced an improved line of patented Venturi injectors.
Mettler-Toledo Inc 213
Davis, CA ph:800-786-0034 x7066 • www.mt.com/na
NEW XS Toploader
Description: Excellence XS toploading balances are designed for efficiency. Key features include: touch-screen display with graphical user guidance; MonoBlocHighSpeed weighing cell, accelerated via dedicated processor; FACT, fully automatic temperature-controlled internal adjustment; alphanumeric sample ID entry (up to three IDs per sample); GLP/GMP-compliant printouts; built-in applications: weighing, statistics, percent-weighing, animal/ dynamic weighing, piece counting, formulation and density determination; six interface options, including Bluetooth (wireless), Ethernet, PS/2 and USB for efficient data capture; large, square weighing pans with up to 30 percent more surface area; robust construction and IP54 in-use protection; and verified versions and stand-alone platforms available.
Difference: The XS Toploader is designed for trouble-free continuous weighing. Whether operating in the lab or production area, the new XS combines precision, speed and reliability. Just one example of the new balance's state-of-the-art weighing technology is the new MonoBlocHighSpeed weighing cell, which boasts two micro-processors to accelerate measurement and reduce stabilization time by up to 20 percent.
P&L Specialties G3
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-573-3141 • www.pnlspecialties.com
NEW P&L Specialties' Le Trieur
Description: P&L Specialties is exhibiting their latest premium sorting device, the "Le Trieur." (In French, trieur means to select or sort.) The Le Trieur is a proprietary post-destemmer sorting unit that removes an astounding amount and variety of material other-than-grape (MOG), including raisins, shot berries, stem particles, pebbles and insects. The Le Trieur integrates into the P&L Specialties' processing lines which can include a bin dumper, primary sorting table, destemmer, Le Trieur, and secondary or "berry" sorting table. Le Trieur can also be purchased separately and custom-fitted to your existing equipment.
Difference: There is no product on the market or in development that can compare to Le Trieur. The Le Trieur, with its unique function, simple design and robust construction, is changing the way fine wines are being made.
Pall Corporation 1200, 1202 & 1204
Port Washington, NY ph:516-484-3600 • www.pall.com
Palltronic Compact Star
Description: The Palltronic Compact Star Integrity Test Unit is a reliable, cost-effective and operator-friendly method to assess filter integrity. Manual test variability can be alleviated, and test results can be printed for process documentation. The Palltronic Compact Star unit is a fully automated device designed to perform Forward Flow measurements using the Pressure Decay test method. This is a simple, fast and accurate check of the filter integrity. By automatically pressurizing the filter housing at a predetermined test pressure, the unit stabilizes the pressure and carries out the measuring phase. Test results provide a clear and accurate indication of filter integrity prior to use.
Difference: The Palltronic Compact Star unit is portable and lightweight and is installed with a variety of operating languages and measuring unit selections. It is capable of testing small capsules up to very large installations.
Power Industries Inc 1028
Santa Rosa, CA ph:707-541-2244 • www.powerindustries.com
Wine Industry Service Provider
Description: Power Industries carries a complete line of winery-related industrial products to meet the challenging needs of the wine industry. When it comes to vineyard equipment maintenance, Power Industries stocks components used in spray rigs, disking equipment, mechanical harvesters and the like. Qualified professionals are on staff to assist clients in trouble-shooting hydraulic and mechanical systems, and to then make recommendations to solve the problem. To support the crushing process, Power Industries maintains a wide variety of bearings and power transmission products. Material handling products, such as gear reducers, electric motors, screw conveyors and variable speed controllers, are readily available. Power Industries has alliances with hose manufacturers, allowing for the development of customized products to meet the specific needs of an individual winery. In addition, bottling line accessories, such as table-top conveyor chains, support railing and air preparation components ,round out the product offerings.
Difference: Power Industries' value proposition offers customers a single source contact while acting as a multiple solutions-solving provider. Experienced and trained professionals are readily available to support the wine industry during the vineyard, crushing and bottling processes.
Ryan Process Inc 926
Danville, CA ph:925-837-0670 • www.ryanprocess.com
NEW Ecovation's Mobilized Film TechnologyTM
Description: The partnership of Ryan Process, Inc. and Ecovation brings customers a comprehensive wastewater solution. Wineries today face two wastewater problems: low flows and high organic loading. There is also a growing interest to return treated water to the vines. A "green" and economical solution, providing compliance guarantees or liability ownership, had previously been unavailable. The core innovation, Mobilized Film TechnologyTM (MFT), achieves high rate, efficient treatment while minimizing energy utilization, sludge disposal, footprint and chemical use. In the last decade, the company has developed several solutions for winery wastewaters, handling CODs ranging from 400 to 350,000 mg/1. As such, the technology offers renewable resources of high purity recycled water as well as power/heat recovery by COGEN.
Difference: Ecovation's MFT is an ultra high-rate, biological technology and treatment process which improves upon the expanded and fluidized bed technologies, resulting in the optimal system for removing organic material from high-strength wastewater. The patented MFT technology demonstrates measurable advantages over other processes: Wider applicability to a variety of waste streams, temperature ranges and loading rates; higher treatment efficiency; simple system configuration; smaller footprint; streamlined and efficient system; even distribution of waste stream; and ability to handle solids (as much as 10,000 mg/l TSS and up to 350,000 mg/l COD).
Sartorius 2505
Edgewood, NY ph:800-368-7178 • www.sartorius.com
NEW Jumbo Star
Description: The Jumbo Star from Sartorius is a back-washable, hi-flow filter cartridge. The Jumbo Star is capable of flow rates from 160-650 liters per minute. Specially designed for demanding beverage applications, the Jumbo Star is available in three different filter medias, with up to 400 square feet of surface area. The filter medias available are: polypropylene, glass fiber and cellulose. The Jumbo Star is a single open-end filter made of polypropylene construction that may be cleases useful to the wine industry, including: wine clarification and polishing, wine recovery from lees, must clarification (including from a screw press and with combined flotation), yeast removal and the thickening of lees from must tanks.
Difference: Westfalia's specially developed process for tartrate stabilization utilizes contact tartrate and can do the job in hours, allowing for fast production of ready-to-sell wines.
Winetech LLC I1
Napa, CA ph:877-4WINETECH • www.winetechllc.com
NEW Della Toffola
Description: Winetech distributes the leading Italian cellar equipment manufacturer, Della Toffola, a well-respected enological, environmental and pharmaceutical equipment supply company in Treviso, Italy. Winetech has the honor to introduce Della Toffola to wine producers of the Western United States. The state-of-the-art equipment ranges from conveyors and crushers to filters and wine chillers. Della Toffola is dedicated to producing equipment that meets the exacting needs of its clients. A turnkey design can be provided to you for your current projects, or an individual component can be outlined for your future use.
Difference: Winetech provides seamless support for Della Toffola sales, implementation, service and support. Equipment, parts and factory-trained technicians are at the ready to service new and existing customers throughout the Western States.
Winery: Professional ServicesSanta Rosa, CA ph:707-577-7500 • www.conetech.com
Spinning Cone Column
Description: In Santa Rosa, ConeTech offers the world's largest Spinning Cone Column facility for managing wine flavor by means of precise adjustment of alcohol. It is the Spinning Cone Column's selective molecular distillation process which makes the adjustment possible without damage to the wine--a combination of thin-film techniques, low temperature vacuum operation and minimal residence time. Only a small proportion of any wine is actually treated. From this, the SCC first captures all the wine's delicate aroma/flavor compounds before removing the alcohol. Those compounds are restored to the de-alcoholized wine fraction which is then blended back into the main body of the wine to achieve the desired final alcohol level. No water or other extraneous substance is added. The entire process is purely subtractive. Besides flavor management and alcohol adjustment of finished wines, the SCC is extensively used by winemakers to resolve stuck fermentations.
Difference: ConeTech pioneered the use of this winemaking tool. By using ConeTech's Spinning Cone Columns, winemakers are able to benefit from the fully developed flavors of ripe fruit without the masking effect of high alcohol. ConeTech's Spinning Cone Columns are used by over 600 California wineries.
ConeTech Inc 1219
Groskopf Companies 721
Sonoma, CA ph:707-939-3156 • www.groskopf.com
Warehousing & Consolidations
Description: Groskopf Warehouse & Logistics is a wine and spirits distribution facility located in Sonoma, CA. GWL is a full-service facility offering shipping, consolidations, export and order fulfillment/direct shipments to consumers.
Difference: Groskopf Warehouse & Logistics has been in business for 21 years. The company offers comprehensive service and accountability to their customers.
Inno Vinum/Compusense 2405
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada ph: 905-931-5913 • www.innovinum.com
NEW Wine Sensory Services
Description: Inno Vinum/Compusense offers sensory services to help wineries craft the wines that consumers want. Inno Vinum also provides strategies that can help wineries understand the factors influencing consumer wine preference. The Wine Sensory Services offered gives wineries the data to make better decisions, assure consistent quality and understand the preferences of the market.
Specifically, Inno Vinum/Compusense provides: Wine descriptive analysis: objective and reliable wine evaluation to determine the sensory qualities that matter most; implementation and management of wine sensory programs: support for R&D; Consumer Testing: understand consumer preferences so a winery can optimize their marketing strategy; guidance for wine quality management: production to market; and workshops to help maximize knowledge of the wine market using sound sensory strategies.
Difference: This is a full range of services that are not currently offered by other wine sensory specialists.
VA Filtration & Technoquip 841
American Canyon, CA ph:707-552-2616
NEW TCA Removal
Description: VA Filtration is introducing its TCA removal system to the wine industry. The process is TTB compliant and designed to reduce TCA levels in wine to <0.5 ppb. The process is effective and gentle on the wine. VA Filtration can treat volumes from as little as 250 gallons to any quantity and levels from as low as 1.5 ppb to as high as 30 ppb. Flow rates as high as 1,200 gal/hr can be achieved.
Difference: VA Filtration's process is not carbon-based activated and does not strip the wine of any desired flavors or aromas. Only the TCA is removed from the wine, quickly and efficiently.
Winery Supplies: Grapes/JuiceFresno, CA ph:559-271-2426 • www.agajanian.com
Juice
Description: Agajanian Vineyards will be contracting to provide supplies of bulk juice and wine to wineries on long-term and annual basis. While the winery's focus will remain to supply premium winegrapes on long-term and spot basis, there is a strong demand for bulk juice and wine.
Difference: Agajanian Vineyards produces relatively small lots using higher quality production methods. For example, the winery's floral white wines, such as Muscat, Riesling and Gewürztraminer, have natural residual sugar through arrested fermentation to retain better varietal character. The Russian River and Sonoma Coast Chardonnays are harvested at just the proper time to use the natural acidity of the grapes. Agajanian Vineyards also provides vineyard inspections and maturity testing to assure premium winegrape production methods and optimum timing for harvest.
Agajanian Vineyards 512
Allied Grape Growers 728
Fresno, CA ph:559-276-7021 • www.alliedgrapegrowers.org
Winegrape Marketing Association
Description: Allied Grape Growers is a California winegrape marketing cooperative with over 500 grower members from all major winegrape regions of California. The association exists for the purpose of efficient and competitive marketing of its members' grapes as well as offering marketing (brokering) services for non-members. Allied maintains direct lines of year-round communication with their growers and vintners, for the better understanding of market conditions and opportunities.
Allied markets winegrapes to over 80 outlets. This wide range of vintners, buyers and processors to which Allied sells means that they are subject to much more first-hand market information than any one single grower. It also means that Allied has established relationships with multiple buyers, which provide their growers with the most marketing opportunities possible.
In addition to market presence and interpretation, Allied benefits its membership by the diversity of varieties which it has available to market. Because of the many varieties Allied markets in various categories, they are able to "package" different varieties and/or categories for sale to various buyers. Market demand for grapes can change rapidly, and in many cases Allied is able to successfully market various varieties and categories because of the fact that they offer a diverse selection for vintners. Allied also offers growers the ability to have an association watching over their contractual interests regarding grape sales.
Difference: Allied Grape Growers is the only winegrape marketing cooperative in the state. Grape brokers could be considered our competition; however, it is not uncommon for Allied Grape Growers to utilize grape brokers as long as the end result is added benefit and marketing opportunities for our growers. Allied is different than a grape broker in two fundamental ways. First, Allied takes title to the crop for the purpose of marketing it and works exclusively for the grower. This means Allied is responsible for payment collection and distribution, contract formation and enforcement, and as being an effective liaison between the buyer and grower. Allied represents the grower's interests in every transaction.
Turrentine brokerage 1206
Novato, CA ph:415-209-WINE (9463) • www.turrentinebrokerage.com
Grapes & Wine Brokerage
Description: Founded in 1973, Turrentine Brokerage is the leading broker of wine grapes and premium wines in California. The company also provides strategic planning services around supply issues to key growers and brands.
Difference: Managing inventory is more complex in the wine business than in almost any other business. Consumers change quickly; vineyards change slowly. Supply lurches from shortage to excess. Winery and grower profits depend on anticipating these changes. Turrentine Brokerage has an unparalleled record of predicting wine business trends and helping clients to profit from them. If you deal with wine and grape supplies, if you need to buy or sell grapes or wines in bulk, you need Turrentine Brokerage.
Yeast, Nutrients & BacteriaFresno, CA ph:559-485-2692 • www.gusmercellulo.com
NEW Megazyme
Description: Gusmer Enterprises is the exclusive distributor of Megazyme enzymatic assays for the wine industry in North America. Megazyme is a biotech company, located in Ireland, that specializes in the production of diagnostic assay kits for the food and beverage industries. They offer the largest range of enzymatic test kits, many of which are specially tailored for the wine industry, and have become a world standard in diagnostic assays. Gusmer Enterprises stocks a wide range of kits at both its Fresno and Napa locations, including the L-Malic, D-Fructose/D-Glucose, Ammonia, Aceitc Acid kits and more. These kits are available for immediate shipment. A total of 29 different assay kits are available for the wine industry.
Difference: The Megazyme assay kits have extremely good stability, with a reagent shelf life of two-to-three years. The shelf life on many of the competitors' assays is three-to-six months. The high purity and concentration of Megazyme's reagents results in a much faster assay reaction time and a lower cost per assay. The Megazyme kits are some of the most accurate and economical kits available. Local stocking, fast delivery and the convenience of ordering the assay kits with other crush supplies (bacteria, yeast, etc.) is now made available by Gusmer Enterprises.
GusmerCellulo Co 801 & 803
J Rettenmaier USA 1117
Schoolcraft, MI ph:269-679-2340 x114 • www.jrs.de
VITACEL Cellulose Fibers for Filtration
Description: VITACEL Cellulose Fiber filter aids are a better alternative to diatomaceous earth (DE). Non-toxic, natural, environmentally friendly and bio-degradable, VITACEL cellulose fibers are used for precoat and bodyfeed in rough, fine and lees filtration. Cellulose fibers are soft and non-abrasive, with no silica or crystalline silica components, and are non-hazardous.
Difference: VITACEL promotes longer cycle times and higher flow rate. Plus, you use up to 50 percent less filtration medium with powdered cellulose. VITACEL powdered cellulose for wine filtration is clearly the better alternative toDE.
Lallemand Inc 2304
Petaluma, CA ph:707-526-9809 • www.lallemandwine.com
NEW Opti-WHITE
Description: After a three-year research program, Lallemand is introducing a new natural yeast derivative for use in white winemaking. When added to the juice at the onset of fermentation, Opti-WHITE increases mouthfeel, avoids browning and protects fresh aromas during aging. Opti-WHITE is made using a specific production process that results in a yeast derivative rich in polysaccharides and high in anti-oxidants. These anti-oxidative properties work synergistically with SO2 allowing the winemaker to lower the SO2 dosage.
Difference: This is the first natural yeast derivative product of its kind offered on the market that not only helps to contribute mouthfeel in white wines but also helps to lower the overall SO2 dosage.
Pacific Coast Chemicals Co 840
Berkeley, CA ph:510-549-3535
Maurivin Wine Yeast
Description: Mauri Yeast offers a full range of high quality yeast for red and white wine production. PCC offers a full line of products for all stages of wine production.
Difference: Competitively priced without sacrificing quality.
Winetech LLC I1
Napa, CA ph:877-4WINETECH • www.winetechllc.com
NEW ViniBacti
Description: Winetech is the leader in product innovation, selection and production of malolactic (ML) bacteria for the wine industry and is pleased to distribute the freeze-dried ML bacteria of VinoBios. Winetech's founder and managing director, Jan Clair Nielsen, takes pride in the firm's state-of-the-art production facilities and its award-winning products. Years of scientific and commercial innovation have led to the introduction of Winetech's new product line, ViniBacti. Winemakers have long experienced the dilemma of elevated volatile acidity (VA) due to delayed ML fermentation. ViniBacti will eliminate this problem and prevent butterscotch off-flavors, an overabundance of buttery character and the loss of fruitiness.
Difference: ViniBacti 111 is unique in that it does not produce acetic acid. It does not produce buttery or butterscotch flavor from production of diacetyl. It does not degrade the citric acid as normally observed during malolactic fermentation. The strain is naturally selected without the use of GMO techniques. Try it and smell and taste the difference. ViniBacti 222 is also new to the product range. It has been chosen among hundreds of isolates for its outstanding performance in high-alcohol wines and in wine with low pH. ViniBacti 222 produces a clean and fruity aroma, and it has the special ability to reduce the vegetative character present in some wines.
OtherDanville, CA ph:925-551-7796
PermaTec Epoxy Floor Coatings
Description: CPS is a Distributor for ChemProof Polymers Epoxy Flooring Systems, and we only work with Epoxy Flooring Contractors that care about the quality of their work. PermaTec Epoxy Flooring Systems are odor-free, have no VOCs, no Prop 65 labels, do not require sealer coats, prime coats or moisture barriers, are totally non-porous as applied, USDA-approved, and can be applied over acid brick, ceramic tile, damp concrete and even new, 10-day-old concrete. PermaTec epoxy coatings were designed for wet processing areas, such as bottling lines, and will not support mold or bacteria growth within the coating system. Because of the superior compressive strength (14,000psi), PermaTec Flooring Systems will handle heavy forklift traffic and severe physical abuse, making them an ideal coating system for barrel room floors. PermaTec Epoxy Flooring can be used just about anywhere within the facility because of superior chemical resistance.
Difference: One of the largest winemakers in California had PermaTec 4000 applied under a bottling line in 1994, and the coating is in near perfect condition. Most "all other" epoxy floor coatings contain strong solvents and require primers and sealer coats. They cannot be applied over damp or new concrete and require Prop 65 labels. In most cases, those same floor coatings also require moisture barriers because the solvent in the coatings reacts with the moisture in the concrete and does not properly cure, which means, the coatings do not properly bond to the concrete floor. When epoxy coating systems require primers and sealers, the chances of coating failure increase with each application, and floor coatings with sealer coats allow moisture to seep below the sealer coat where mold and bacteria will grow in the floor.
CPS-Copolymer Protection Systems 230
House Manufacturing Co Inc 1529
Cherry Valley, AR ph:870-588-3307 • www.housemfg.com
Floating Brush Aerator
Description: The House Manufacturing Co. floating brush aerator for wastewater treatment is more efficient than aspirating or high-speed floating aerators. The House floating brush aerators can cut energy costs 25-80 percent and provide easier maintenance than other aerators.
Difference: The House Manufacturing floating brush aerator uses a high-speed, external direct drive. House is the only floating brush aerator manufacturer that uses this type of direct drive. The floating brush aerators are made with heavier materials than some competitors', thus adding life and stability to the aerator. In addition, House is the only manufacturer with CNC-machined, piloted, bolted-in, stub-shaft assemblies. The company was established in 1947.
Vinquiry Inc 816
Windsor, CA 707-838-6312 • www.vinquiry.com
NEW Efferbaktol Granules
Description: Martin Vialatte has introduced a new form of SO2 that Vinquiry now carries. Efferbaktol Granules, in the same composition as the Efferbaktol SO2 tablets, are being introduced as a new way to add SO2 to tanks and barrels. The granules come in a packet that can be easily distributed over a tank or into a barrel. They are a mixture of metabisulfite and potassium bicarbonate in the shape of small round pellets. This form allows them to slowly dissolve from the top down with effervescence to introduce a homogenous addition of SO2. There is little need for mixing or stirring with this product. The packets of granules are available in different sizes for tank or barrel additions. Another function of this product is the distribution of SO2 over grape bins and musts when they are delivered from the vineyards. The packet of SO2 can be sprinkled over grapes in order to have a safe and even SO2 layer in grape bins.
Difference: The Efferbaktol Granules' closest competitor is the Efferbaktol Tablets. The Granules are a better application because of the homogenous/top-down dissolving that results from the addition. In the past, winemakers have had problems with SO2 tablets sinking to the bottom of tanks or barrels, getting stuck in lees and not fully dissolving. The Granules also have a new/additional use with the application to grape bins and musts.
NEW Sublitan
Description: Sublitan is a blend of specially selected oak tannins which can be used to promote clarification, stabilization and harmony of wine. In white wines, Sublitan reinforces structure, limits the development of reductive tastes and improves wine balance. In red wines, Sublitan stabilizes color and contributes to the organoleptic properties of wine. Sublitan is best used for short- or medium-aged wines. It can be added at the beginning of maturing or up to three weeks before bottling.
Difference: Sublitan is a high-quality proprietary blend.
NEW Sublitan Vinif
Description:Sublitan Vinif is a high-quality proprietary blend of selected tannins that are mostly grape tannins. Because Sublitan Vinif is a blend, it can produce benefits such as stabilization of color, anti-oxidant power, protection against reductive tastes and protein precipitation. The Sublitan Vinif formula is of the highest quality, ensuring optimal results. Sublitan Vinif is best used during the first pump-over to ensure good homogenization. Vinquiry is the exclusive distributor of ENOFERM specialty yeasts, and also has an extensive array of fermentation products and winemaking supplies.
Difference: Vinquiry's lab is TTB-certified and has an experienced staff of enologists and analysts to assist in the interpretation of results. wbm
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NEW Saint-Martin Fermentation Barrel
Description: For 2005, Tonnellerie Saint-Martin will introduce a 225L and a 300L fermentation barrel with stainless steel fittings that will enable the winemaker to ferment the fruit directly into small barrels for a better oak integration.
Difference: The Saint Martin fermentation barrel will be available in three different sizes: 225L, 300L and 500L.
