There’s a lot to be said about winemaking the way it used to be. There were no chemicals, no “technological advancements” that made the process a process, and natural balance was far more important than balance sheets. It’s an approach that’s not just better for the earth, it’s also better for the wine – as respected critics have confirmed. So, while it may be somewhat … [Read more...]
Solar-powered winery puts sunshine in each bottle
Villiera Wines in Stellenbosch has done the largest roof-mounted solar installation in South Africa. The 539 solar modules installed across three of the Cellar's roofs will generate enough energy to power the Winery's entire daytime requirement out of harvest time, providing electricity to its staff housing, offices, kitchens, processing and bottling facilities, cellars and … [Read more...]
