AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF GRAPE AND WINE RESEARCH
Scope & Guideline
Elevating Grape and Wine Research to New Heights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Viticulture Practices and Innovations:
Research on vineyard management techniques, including irrigation strategies, pruning methods, and rootstock selection, to optimize grapevine health and fruit quality. - Enological Processes and Quality Assessment:
Studies exploring fermentation processes, wine chemistry, and sensory evaluation to improve wine quality and develop new winemaking techniques. - Sustainability and Climate Adaptation:
Investigations into sustainable viticulture practices and the effects of climate change on grape growing and winemaking, focusing on adaptation strategies. - Consumer Preferences and Market Trends:
Analysis of consumer behavior, market dynamics, and the impact of wine characteristics on consumer acceptance and preferences. - Genetic and Molecular Research:
Exploration of genetic diversity, molecular traits, and biotechnological approaches to enhance grapevine resilience and wine characteristics.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Change Adaptation Strategies:
Increasing research focused on how climate change affects grapevine phenology, disease management, and overall vineyard health, highlighting the need for adaptive strategies. - Sustainable and Innovative Viticulture:
A growing emphasis on sustainable viticultural practices, such as precision agriculture, water management, and the use of alternative inputs to enhance environmental stewardship. - Consumer-Centric Research:
Emerging studies on consumer preferences and market trends, exploring how wine characteristics influence consumer choices and the implications for marketing strategies. - Molecular and Genetic Insights:
A surge in genetic and molecular studies aimed at understanding grapevine resilience, disease resistance, and the improvement of wine quality through biotechnological approaches. - Integration of Technology in Viticulture:
An increasing focus on the use of technology, such as remote sensing and data analytics, to enhance vineyard management and wine production efficiency.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Winemaking Techniques:
Research on conventional winemaking methods has decreased, likely due to a growing interest in innovative and sustainable practices that align with modern consumer expectations. - Generalist Studies on Grape Varieties:
There is a noticeable decline in broad studies of grape varieties without a specific focus on their unique characteristics or adaptation to environmental changes. - Non-Scientific Perspectives on Wine Culture:
Papers addressing wine culture from a non-scientific perspective, such as historical or cultural discussions, have become less frequent, as the journal shifts towards empirical research.
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