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New Grape Vines Revolutionize Coonawarra's Wine Industry

4/11/2025

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In the heart of South Australia's Coonawarra region, a groundbreaking initiative is underway to safeguard the $45 billion wine industry. CSIRO and Treasury Wine Estates have unveiled mildew-resistant and drought-resilient grapevines at Wynns Coonawarra Estate. By merging heritage genetics with cutting-edge breeding techniques, these new vines promise to lower management costs while boosting sustainability in the face of climate change.

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In the heart of South Australia's Coonawarra region, a groundbreaking initiative is underway to safeguard the $45 billion wine industry. CSIRO and Treasury Wine Estates have unveiled mildew-resistant and drought-resilient grapevines at Wynns Coonawarra Estate. By merging heritage genetics with cutting-edge breeding techniques, these new vines promise to lower management costs while boosting sustainability in the face of climate change.