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Planting of Modern PIWI Varieties Continues: 7.2 Hectares of New Vineyards to Be Added in Milovice This Year
We are currently carrying out the next stage of its new vineyard planting programme, part of a long-term strategy to increase the share of more resilient PIWI varieties, which require less chemical protection. Specifically, we are planting the Calardis Blanc variety on 7.2 hectares in the cadastral area of the village of Milovice, near Pavlov.
Water and Drought Management Take Centre Stage as Leading Czech Wine Producers Meet
Water and the fight against drought are among the most pressing challenges facing today's wine industry. They became the central theme of a professional meeting held as part of the DoVinic.cz project, which brought together leading wine companies and the largest grape growers for the third time.
A Gradual Onset of Frost Benefits Grapevines, but Extreme Temperatures Could Threaten Sensitive Vineyards
The beginning of this week brought a sharp cold snap, with temperatures in Moravia dropping below −12 °C in places. According to winemakers, however, the situation posed no immediate threat to the vines. On the contrary, a gradual onset of frosty weather is actually beneficial for vineyards.
BOHEMIA SEKT Supports Moravian Municipalities Through Its "DoVinic.cz" Project
This year, BOHEMIA SEKT is once again continuing its tradition of supporting Moravian municipalities through the "DoVinic.cz" project. This long-term grant programme was created to help improve public spaces and support local community life in the municipalities surrounding the areas where BOHEMIA SEKT operates.
BOHEMIA SEKT Expands PIWI Vineyards: 7.2 Hectares of Calardis Blanc Planted in Milovice, South Moravia
BOHEMIA SEKT is currently carrying out the next stage of its new vineyard planting programme, part of a long-term strategy to increase the share of more resilient PIWI varieties, which require less chemical protection. Specifically, the company is planting the Calardis Blanc variety on 7.2 hectares near the village of Milovice, close to Pavlov in the South Moravian wine region.
BOHEMIA SEKT Simulates the Conditions of Italy's Valdobbiadene Region in Its Vineyards
BOHEMIA SEKT has launched a multi-year controlled irrigation trial for grapevines in Moravia, inspired by the climatic conditions of Italy's Valdobbiadene region, the birthplace of the famous Prosecco. The project aims to make the cultivation of grapes destined for sparkling wine production more efficient and to respond better to climate change, which is increasingly affecting harvest stability.
Extreme Heat and Drought Threaten Vineyards: Vines on the Brink of Wilting, and Flash Rains Offer No Relief
This summer is bringing winemakers an exceptional challenge. Prolonged drought and high temperatures have plunged vineyards into a critical state. In many locations, the vines are on the brink of wilting. Soil water reserves are largely depleted, and for now the only hope of saving the vineyards comes from local and very limited rainfall.
A Cold May Slowed Down the Vines: Winemakers Warn of Continuing Drought and Hailstorms
A below-average cold May has slowed the growth of the vines and, on top of that, failed to bring the soil the moisture it needed. According to meteorological measurements, soil drought therefore persists in South Moravia, and it may continue to affect the vineyards negatively in the months ahead.
A Unique Test to Protect Vines from Incoming Frost
Winemakers' concerns about the weather have come true. Above-average warm days have given way to a cold spell. The Habánské sklepy winery, part of the BOHEMIA SEKT Group, has therefore launched a unique test of plant frost resistance.
DoVinic.cz and UV Boosting Inspire Other Winemakers
At the end of January, we hosted a round table for our Moravian and Slovak winemaking colleagues. The meeting focused on sustainable technologies and practices in winemaking. The winemakers paid particular attention to UV Boosting, a technology that strengthens the immunity of grapevines without the use of any chemicals.
BOHEMIA SEKT and Plzeňský Prazdroj Share Experience with Deep-Rooting Cover Crops Against Drought and Erosion
This year, we sowed a mixture of deep-rooting plants – buckwheat, clover and radish – across 66 hectares of our vineyards. The aim of this trial is to improve the water situation in the vineyards and combat erosion. The mixture, sown between the rows of vines, brings benefits both for the soil and for the plants.
Soil-Loosening Cover Crops Help Retain Water in the Landscape
A special mixture of plants can help protect vineyards from drought. This approach, which BOHEMIA SEKT uses on 66 hectares of vineyards around Pavlov and Bzenec, was developed in cooperation with experts from Mendel University.