TASTING CLIMATE CHANGE & ADVINI SOUTH AFRICA
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In collaboration with Advini, a partner of the conference since 2017, Michelle Bouffard conducted several interviews at the group's wineries in South Africa to highlight their environmental commitments. These educational videos present, from vine to glass, the practices put in place to adapt to climate change and reduce their footprint on the planet. An accessible way to learn about the techniques that can be adopted!
Altitude as an ally
Domaine Le Bonheur, Stellenbosch
At Le Bonheur in Stellenbosch, altitude has become a key ally in continuing to produce fresh, balanced, cool-climate styles of wine in the context of climate change. Michelle Bouffard, founder of Tasting Climate Change, met with William Wilkinson, Head Winemaker at Le Bonheur, to discuss how elevation helps mitigate rising temperatures.
Respecting Ancient Soils
L'Avenir Estate, Stellenbosch
Tasting Climate Change founder Michelle Bouffard, meets with Dirk Coetzee, Head Winemaker & General Manager at L’Avenir Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa. They explore a key question: how can we maintain soil health in ancient soils in the context of climate change? A clear and engaging exchange on sustainable practices and the future of viticulture.
IPW certification explained
Kleine Zalze
As part of Tasting Climate Change ongoing educational video series, Michelle Bouffard met with RJ Botha, Cellarmaster at Kleine Zalze in South Africa, to discuss the IPW (Integrated Production of Wine) certification in sustainability, what it involves, what makes it distinctive, and how it differs from other certification programs.
Lessons Learned from Old Vines
Ken Forrester, Stellenbosch
Are old vines better adapted to climate change? It’s not that simple. In this conversation with Ken Forrester, a leading South African winemaker, and Michelle Bouffard, founder of Tasting Climate Change, we learn that everything depends on vine management.
The Adaptability of Chenin Blanc
Ken Forrester, Stellenbosch
Michelle Bouffard, founder of Tasting Climate Change, sat down with Ken Forrester, one of South Africa’s most influential wine pioneers and a passionate ambassador for Chenin Blanc. Their conversation explores the future of this iconic grape variety and its place in a rapidly changing wine world. An inspiring exchange between two passionate voices shaping the conversation around wine and climate.