Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research最新文献

{"title":"Evolution of Scientific Research on Organic Viticulture: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis","authors":"Laise de Souza de Oliveira,&nbsp;Rafael Henrique Pertille,&nbsp;João Victor de Lima Santos,&nbsp;Moeses Andrigo Danner,&nbsp;António Castro Ribeiro,&nbsp;Idemir Citadin","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/5938774","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/5938774","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background and Objectives</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Organic viticulture has gained prominence as a sustainable production alternative. However, integrated analyses capable of distinguishing studies directly oriented toward organic production from the broader scientific foundation that supports technical transitions remain scarce. Publications in this field exhibit convergent structures, in which supporting research provides explanatory and ecological foundations, whereas studies directly focused on production have evolved from input substitution toward a more systemic perspective. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the structure, evolution, and thematic integration of research on organic viticulture.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods and Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A bibliometric analysis was performed using VOSviewer and Bibliometrix, based on data retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection. The final dataset comprised 324 original research articles published between 1996 and 2025. The results revealed a marked increase in publications after 2015, with Europe accounting for the largest share of global scientific output. Brazil ranked second among the most productive countries and showed a high prevalence of single-country publications. The main thematic axes were biodiversity, soil management, and plant health, while copper emerged as a cross-cutting element connecting multiple research fronts.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Research on organic viticulture has evolved from an initial phase focused on input substitution toward a more integrated agroecological approach, indicating increasing interdisciplinary maturity. However, the complete replacement of copper-based products still depends on further advances in understanding the mechanisms of action of available alternatives, as well as on their validation under field conditions.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-08-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/5938774","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148752980","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of Addition of SO2 Alternatives During Lees Ageing on Chardonnay Wine Composition","authors":"Pei-Chin Tsai,&nbsp;Leandro Dias Araujo,&nbsp;Shaoyang Wang,&nbsp;Eveline Bartowsky,&nbsp;Romina Meloni,&nbsp;Bin Tian","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/6490904","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/6490904","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background and Aims</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Lees ageing is widely applied in Chardonnay winemaking to enhance aroma complexity and mouthfeel through yeast autolysis. Sulphur dioxide (SO₂) is commonly used during this stage for antioxidant and antimicrobial protection; however, consumer demand for reduced-sulphite wines has encouraged the evaluation of alternative protectants. This study investigated the effects of chitosan and glutathione-enriched inactivated dry yeast (GSH-IDY), applied alone or with reduced SO₂, on Chardonnay wine composition and sensory attributes during lees ageing and subsequent bottle ageing.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods and Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Wines treated with SO₂, chitosan and GSH-IDY, or combinations with reduced SO₂ were evaluated at bottling and after 6 and 12 months of bottle ageing. At bottling, chitosan reduced browning and total phenolics and increased diacetyl concentrations. GSH-IDY produced phenolic and colour profiles similar to SO₂ and increased free amino acid (FAA) concentrations. During ageing, treatment effects on colour became less pronounced, whereas differences in volatiles and mouthfeel-related compounds persisted. Chitosan-treated wines showed lower mannoproteins and ethyl lactate. GSH-IDY treatments showed higher FAAs and mannoproteins but reduced diacetyl, and SO₂ preferentially preserved more acetate esters. Sensory evaluation showed that the control wines added with SO₂ had stronger buttery and toasted characters, whereas GSH-IDY treatments, particularly the GSH-IDY applied with reduced SO₂, showed greater bitterness and longer finish. These sensory differences are associated with treatment-dependent changes in FAAs, mannoproteins and volatile compounds.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>GSH-IDY and chitosan influenced Chardonnay wine composition and sensory attributes in treatment-specific ways during lees ageing and bottle ageing, which may not fully replace SO₂ but may provide useful tools for modulating wine style under reduced-SO₂ conditions.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Significance of the Study</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>These findings provide practical insights into the use of SO₂ alternatives during Chardonnay lees ageing and highlight the importance of additive selection according to the intended wine style.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/6490904","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148616558","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Dormancy in Grapevine Cultivars Across Various Pruning Treatments in the Mediterranean Region of Israel","authors":"Nishika Darkal,&nbsp;Noa Ohana-Levi,&nbsp;Noa Haim,&nbsp;Sarel Munitz,&nbsp;Yair Hayat,&nbsp;Yishai Netzer","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/3715524","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/3715524","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background and Aims</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Dormancy in grapevines (<i>Vitis vinifera</i>) is a critical adaptive strategy that enables vines to survive harsh winter conditions and is influenced by physiological and environmental factors. This study aimed to investigate the progression of endodormancy across different pruning dates and cultivars and to identify the key meteorological and agrotechnical factors influencing dormancy depth.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methods and Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Seven cultivars (Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Shiraz and Tempranillo) were subjected to four pruning dates (e.g., sampling treatments: December, January, early February and late February) over 4 years (2021–2024). Single-node cuttings from each treatment were placed under controlled growth conditions (14-h light, 23°C) for dormancy assessment. Dormancy levels reduced with time and subsequent pruning treatments, with cultivar-specific variations. Tempranillo and Petit Verdot displayed deeper dormancy, while Chardonnay and Carignan exhibited an earlier dormancy release. Shiraz showed the least variation across dates, and Merlot had minimal seasonal fluctuations. A random forest model incorporating temporal and meteorological features identified temperatures &gt; 25°C, vapour pressure deficit (VPD) and chill units (CU) as the most influential meteorological factors for dormancy fluctuations, with relative contributions of 10.7%, 9.7% and 7.9%, respectively. Warm winter conditions in 2024 were associated with shallower dormancy (&lt; 25%), particularly in Tempranillo and Petit Verdot during December, followed by an unusual deeper dormancy state (&gt; 95%) during January in several cultivars.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Variable dormancy depth was observed across different cultivars and seasons. Meteorological factors, particularly temperature, VPD and CU, influence the dormancy depth, with clear cultivar-specific differences.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Significance of the Study</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study provides insights into cultivar-specific dormancy depth with the relative influence of meteorological factors.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/3715524","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148381120","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Phenology, Yield, and Fruit Composition of Diverse Grapevine Varieties","authors":"Lilith Weissflog,&nbsp;Patrick Pascal Lehr,&nbsp;Heiko Bastian,&nbsp;Victoria Goedde,&nbsp;Karsten Niehaus,&nbsp;Nikolaus Merkt,&nbsp;Christian Zörb","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/6962275","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/6962275","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Physiological diversity in grapevines is a key resource for developing climate-resilient varieties that exploit a broad spectrum of adaptive traits and help maintain wine quality under changing environmental conditions. In this regard, more than 50 grapevine varieties from a repository of historic and fungus-resistant varieties traditionally grown in Central Europe were evaluated. Across two vintages, traits including yield, 100-berry weight, berry composition such as organic acids, must pH, free amino acids, and mineral cations in the must were assessed. Overall, the varieties displayed substantial physiological and biochemical diversity in berry must. Variation in bud break timing was lower than that observed for flowering and veraison, indicating that phenological differentiation relevant for ripening occurs mainly after flowering. Several late-veraison varieties were identified. Yield and berry weight varied up to 19-fold, with some varieties showing high or low productivity, while others demonstrated greater yield stability. Amino acid profiling revealed a 27-fold variation, largely driven by proline accumulation in berry must, which functions not only as a nitrogen reservoir but also as a heat- and drought-related osmoprotectant. Mineral analysis confirmed potassium as the dominant cation across all samples. Overall, varietal performance and adaptation were closely linked to functional traits such as ripening speed, yield stability, nitrogen partitioning, and potassium regulation. No consistent patterns emerged when varieties were grouped by historical origin or breeding background. These findings highlight the value of grapevine diversity as a resource for understanding functional trait variation and for guiding the selection of resilient genotypes suited to future viticultural challenges.</p>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/6962275","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148381121","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Multivariate Climate Analogues for Australian Viticulture Regions Under Climate Change","authors":"Kathiana A. Luk,&nbsp;Andrew J. Dowdy","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/3198005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/3198005","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;h3&gt; Background and Aims&lt;/h3&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;p&gt;Climate is important to consider for viticulture, including its influence on grape development, yield and wine quality. The climate has already changed and is projected to change further into the future, so there is a need to understand these changes for viticulture regions. New methodologies and datasets are used here for insight into the climatology of five Australian viticulture regions, including observed changes over recent decades and projected future changes. Regions examined here are Barossa Valley (South Australia), Hunter Valley (New South Wales), Margaret River (Western Australia), Yarra Valley (Victoria) and Tamar Valley (Tasmania).&lt;/p&gt;\u0000 &lt;/section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;h3&gt; Methods and Results&lt;/h3&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;p&gt;A multivariate climate analogue method is used based on growing season temperature (GST) and growing season rainfall (GSR). This method identifies locations that have similar recent conditions (for 1980–2019) to those of an earlier period (1940–1979), analysed individually for each viticulture region. Results based on observations show these analogue areas are to the south, or at nearby higher elevations, from each of the five regions. This method is also applied to identify future locations projected to have similar climate conditions to those of the earlier time period. Future projections are obtained from a dataset comprising of multiple regional climate models (RCMs), based on a global warming level (GWL) of 1°C above the recent period 1980–2019. The future projections indicate analogue areas shifting further away from current viticulture regions, generally shifting in a similar direction to the observed changes, but with a larger magnitude spatial displacement.&lt;/p&gt;\u0000 &lt;/section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;h3&gt; Conclusions&lt;/h3&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;p&gt;These findings provide insight into how climate change has already influenced viticulture regions and how this could be projected to change further in the future. Differences between regions, such as analogue regions shifting southward or to higher elevations, highlight a need to consider climate adaptation strategies tailored to local conditions.&lt;/p&gt;\u0000 &lt;/section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;section&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;h3&gt; Significance of the Study&lt;/h3&gt;\u0000 \u0000 &lt;p&gt;This study uses a novel multivariate analogue method based on observations, as well as an ensemble of bias-corrected RCMs, complementary to previous studies that typically use global models or a single regional modelling approach. The results provide new insight into how climate conditions are shifting for viticulture regions, including revealing spatial details on how these shifts vary between regi","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/3198005","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148324400","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Free Precision Viticulture Tool for Identifying Representative Sampling Zones and Estimating Yield Using Smartphone","authors":"Salvatore Filippo Di Gennaro,&nbsp;Riccardo Dainelli,&nbsp;Leandro Rocchi,&nbsp;Piero Toscano,&nbsp;Giorgia Orlandi,&nbsp;Luca Pietrantuono,&nbsp;Najwane Hamie,&nbsp;Alessandro Matese","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/8612863","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/8612863","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Viticulture, spanning over 7.3 million hectares worldwide, is a key economic sector that is increasingly challenged by labor shortages, rising production costs, market competition, and climate change. Addressing these issues requires monitoring the spatial and temporal variability in vineyard productivity. Traditional ground-based observations, though accurate, are time-consuming and limited in scope. Precision viticulture offers efficient, nondestructive monitoring tools by leveraging technologies such as GPS, remote sensing, and artificial intelligence. This study aims to develop and test a technological workflow using the mobile app DIGIVIT, integrated with the AgroSat platform, to estimate yield variability in vineyards. The workflow was performed during the 2023 and 2024 growing seasons in a series of vineyards near Siena (Italy) and involved two main steps: (1) spatial variability characterization using AgroSat and (2) yield estimation using the mobile DIGIVIT app. AgroSat processed Sentinel-2 NDVI data to identify homogeneous zones, while DIGIVIT used smartphone images of grape clusters to estimate the yield. Field campaigns were conducted 3 weeks before harvest to monitor representative vines within the identified zones and upload georeferenced images for cluster segmentation analysis. Validation of yield estimates against measured weights revealed a strong linear correlation (<i>R</i>² = 0.91, RMSE = 41.18 g), which improved following the exclusion of a single outlier (<i>R</i>² = 0.95, RMSE = 29.97 g). Vineyard-level yield predictions were compared with harvest data, resulting in overall error of 13.77% (2023) and 14.69% (2024), aligning with previously reported methods. The study demonstrates that the DIGIVIT app provides accurate, timely yield prediction, supporting farmers in harvest planning and winemaking management. The user-friendly mobile app approach facilitates a broader adoption of precision viticulture technologies among farmers, overcoming barriers related to technical expertise.</p>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/8612863","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148324394","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Low-Temperature Rehydration of Active Dry Wine Yeasts: Nutrient Effects on Fermentation Performance and Membrane Fluidity","authors":"Elisa Aiello,&nbsp;Mattia Pia Arena,&nbsp;Carlo Montanini,&nbsp;Andrea Pulvirenti,&nbsp;Maria Gullo","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/7226681","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/7226681","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Active dry yeast rehydration is a critical step in winemaking, as suboptimal temperatures can impair membrane recovery and compromise fermentation performance. This study evaluated the effects of rehydration at 20°C on commercial <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i> and <i>Torulaspora delbrueckii</i> strains and assessed the efficacy of two commercial rehydration nutrients on fermentation kinetics and membrane fluidity. Results showed that both nutrients enhanced early fermentation in <i>S. cerevisiae</i> strains, with increased CO₂ production after 24 h, whereas <i>T. delbrueckii</i> showed no significant response. Membrane fluidity analysis revealed that yeast cells rehydrated at 20°C exhibited high Laurdan generalized polarization (GP) values, indicating increased lipid order, which significantly decreased after 24 h of fermentation. FERMOPLUS Energy Glu 4.0 was associated with lower initial GP values and reduced variation between postrehydration and postfermentation measurements, suggesting a membrane-stabilizing effect that may help optimize rehydration protocols in commercial winemaking.</p>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/7226681","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148324393","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Controlling Cynodon dactylon in Vineyards Under Arid Conditions: Superior Efficacy of Consecutive-Year Polyethylene Mulching Compared to Herbicide Application","authors":"Mansoor Sarani,&nbsp;Mostafa Oveisi,&nbsp;Ramin Piri,&nbsp;Andrea Mastinu","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/6659463","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/6659463","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Effective management of <i>Cynodon dactylon</i> (bermudagrass) is critical for grapevine production in arid environments. A three-year field study (2018–2020) was conducted in a commercial Yaghuti table grape (<i>Vitis vinifera</i> L.) vineyard in southeastern Iran to compare polyethylene mulch (PEM) and four selective herbicides for bermudagrass control and their effects on grape yield and fruit quality. The experiment followed a randomized complete block design in which herbicide treatments and 1 year PEM were rerandomized annually, whereas 2- and 3-year PEM treatments were maintained on fixed plots to evaluate cumulative effects. Among herbicides, clethodim provided the greatest suppression of both above- and below-ground bermudagrass biomass during the first year, followed by haloxyfop R-methyl ester. Multiyear PEM applications resulted in near-complete suppression of bermudagrass biomass by the second consecutive year, with similar levels of control observed in the third year. Grape yield varied among treatments across years. In general, treatments that effectively reduced bermudagrass competition, including clethodim and multiyear PEM, were associated with higher yields relative to the untreated control. In 2020, grapevines under clethodim and multiyear PEM treatments exhibited higher total soluble solids (TSS) at harvest, while titratable acidity (TA) also differed among treatments. These differences likely reflect indirect effects of weed suppression on vine water status and fruit microclimate rather than direct physiological effects of the herbicides. Overall, repeated PEM application provided sustained bermudagrass suppression under arid conditions, whereas clethodim offered effective short-term control. Long-term environmental and economic implications of multiyear PEM use warrant further investigation.</p>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2026-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/6659463","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148281914","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Governance Approach of Certified Quality Wine Consortia With Regard to the Four Dimensions of Sustainability: SAFA and SSGI Methodologies","authors":"Carla Zarbà,&nbsp;Gaetano Chinnici,&nbsp;Roberta Maria Gravagno,&nbsp;Mariarita Cammarata,&nbsp;Alessandro Scuderi","doi":"10.1155/ajgw/2447200","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/ajgw/2447200","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The transition of the agri-food system toward sustainability necessitates robust assessment frameworks to both guide and evaluate stakeholder performance. This study applies the <i>Sustainability Strategy for Geographical Indications</i> (SSGI) to assess the governance role of Sicilian quality wine consortia in promoting sustainability among their affiliated members. Using a customised questionnaire encompassing 84 SSGI indicators, the research evaluates the performance of these Sicilian organisations across the four pillars of sustainability. The findings reveal a fragmented and uneven level of engagement: While several consortia exhibit moderate performance in economic and governance dimensions, significant weaknesses emerge in the social and environmental pillars. Limited strategic planning, insufficient internal accountability and the absence of shared sustainability objectives impede the systemic integration of sustainable practices. This study highlights the potential of the SSGI framework to serve as a practical guideline for geographical indication organisations and producers, facilitating the identification of sustainability priorities, the monitoring of progress and fostering continuous improvement. The Sicilian case study provides a valuable example of the broader challenges encountered within the Geographical Indication systems, underscoring the imperative for integrated and collaborative strategies that align the pursuit of quality production with core sustainability principles.</p>","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-05-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/ajgw/2447200","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148167035","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"","authors":"","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":8582,"journal":{"name":"Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148098366","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}