About this Event
Simonit & Sirch- Spring Shoot Thinning Workshop
The Spring Workshop is a one day activity that focuses on the importance of the shoots selection on the vines structural development as well as on the grapes quality and distribution.
During the presentation, the four principles of the Simonit&Sirch methodology are also discussed, analyzing the correlation in between winter pruning and spring shoot thinning on the establishment of long lasting and resilient vine structures.
Following the classroom presentation, a practical demonstration is going to show to the participants how to observe, approach and shoot thin the vines following the principles of the Simonit&Sirch methodology, also answering to the main questions.
This workshop is valued at $330 (includes lunch) and has been highly subsidised at a cost of $35 per participant (excl GST)
This program is supported by the Wine Grape Council of South Australia, through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the Government of South Australia.
Schedule (will be flexible, according to the timing of the presentation and the Q&A)
8.30 am: Registration, meet and greet, coffee, etc...
9.00 am: Simonit&Sirch presentation and Q&A
10.15 am: Tea/coffee break
10.30 am: Simonit&Sirch presentation and Q&A
12.00 pm: Lunch (Provided)
1.00 pm: Vineyard practical demonstration
2.30 pm: Vineyard Q&A
3.00 pm: End of the workshop day
(Lunch is provided. Please provide any dietarys at the question section)
We kindly ask each participant to wear appropriate work gear for the day (work clothes, protective glasses/goggles, harvesting snips, gloves)
The shoot thinning demonstration will happen even if it rains, therefore having a raincoat in the car is highly recommended. Everyone will be asked to take a footbath (organized for the day) before entering the vineyard.
Andrea Bonfatti is the Australia and New Zealand representatve for Simonit&Sirch. After a bachelor degree in Gastronomic Sciences and a master degree in Viticulture and Winemaking, he started his career in the wine industry working as assistant winemaker in Italy. Since 2021 he collaborates with Simonit&Sirch and has been in charge of the consulting and training activity for growers and wineries located in the main wine districts of Spain, Portugal, South Africa, California, Oregon, Australia and New Zealand.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast Visitor Information Centre, 796 Main Road, McLaren Vale, Australia
AUD 38.50
