Promoting innovation through experimentation in the wine industry

The Winemakers Research Exchange is a non-profit organization of Virginia winemakers pursuing quality improvement through practical experimentation in vineyards and wineries.

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Evaluating experiments though chemical and sensory analysis

Experimental results are evaluated using appropriate chemical measures. Sensory sessions allow for blind tasting and group discussion of each project.

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Sharing results broadly

Results from past experiments are shared during sensory sessions, on the website, through newsletters, and at regional and national meetings.

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Upcoming Events

Eastern Viticulture & Enology Forum: SO2 Management--Putting Principles into Practice

Tuesday, January 28, 20251:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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North Carolina Winegrowers Annual Conference

Thursday, January 30, 20259:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Sensory Session: Fermentation Considerations for White Wines

Wednesday, February 12, 20251:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Save the Dates for 2025 WRE Sensory Sessions

We have a stunning line up of experiments to share with you this Spring, you won't want to miss any of these sessions! Invitations will go out by email three weeks before each session. If you haven't signed up for our mailing list, make sure to do so as soon as possible by scrolling down to the "Stay Connected" banner at the bottom of this page.

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Location

SS2: Fermentation Considerations for White Wine

February 12, 2025

Early Mountain Vineyards

SS3: Additions of Non-Sacc Yeast & Bacteria

March 19, 2025

King Family Vineyards

SS4: Fermentation Considerations for Red Wine

April 30, 2025

Stone Tower Winery

SS5: Building a Bigger Red pt II-- Oxygen & Phenolics

May 14, 2025

Bluestone Vineyard

SS6: Long Lees Aging in Albarino

May 29, 2025

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