TOPIC

Drought

2 articles from all sections, newest first.

PROFILE

Fuhrgassl-Huber rethinks its water supply

Following the 2026 harvest, Thomas Huber reports significantly fewer grapes than the long-term average. The Viennese estate plans to install drip irrigation where wells or water networks are available – but many details of the plan remain unresolved.

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GRAPE VARIETIES

The variety beneath the variety: What root research can offer new vineyards

When a vineyard is planted, a consequential decision is made below ground: the choice of rootstock. Research from Geisenheim shows how differently vine roots grow – and why this does not yet yield a straightforward recommendation for dry sites.

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