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w w w. v w m m e d i a . c o m S e p t - O c t 2 016 | V I N E YA R D & W I N E RY M A N A G E M E N T 7 7 Tall Dormant Vines from Vintage Nurseries Vintage Nurseries now offers tall dormant vines that are ready for training wire when planted. This means no multiple passes and no extra time spent tying to the stake — thus reducing labor cost. Because they're more mature, they have a hardier root system and reduce the time to fruit production. They're produced by using a rootstock cutting that is 24 to 36 inches long and is then field grown for one full season on a custom trellis. www.vintagenurseries.com Almatec Launches High-Pressure Pump Series AHD/AHS Almatec, part of PSG, a Dover c o m p a n y a n d p r e m i e r m a n u - facturer of sanitary air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps, is pleased to announce the launch of its new high-pressure pump series AHD/AHS. These new pump series are ideal for high-pressure applications up to 15 bar (218 psig). Constructed of PE UHMW with corrosion and abrasion proof hous- ing, the pumps feature specially developed heavy-duty diaphragms for a longer service life. Their design ensures consistent flow of forces and an increased bolt torque, ultimately increasing pump safety. almatec.de; psgdover.com Enartis USA Adds New Strain to Yeast Portfolio Enartis USA is adding a new strain, Enartis Ferm D20, to its yeast port- folio as part of its California Premium Vineyards Collection. Enartis Ferm D20 is the result of more than four years of collaboration with DAOU Vineyards and Winery. The product is a yeast isolate from the top Cab- ernet Sauvignon block on DAOU Mountain in Paso Robles, Calif., in the Adelaida Appellation. It's recommended for the production of high-end red wines intended to be aged. It tolerates high fermentation temperatures, promotes extraction of phenolic compounds and reduces the perception of green notes while enhancing aromatic intensity and complexity. It's par- ticularly suited for Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varietals. PEOPLE Wayne Bailey Celebrates 25th Anniversary Wayne Bailey marks his 14th vintage as owner/winemaker, and celebrates the 25th anni- versary of Youngberg Hill Vineyards by complet- ing construction on what may become Willamette Valley's premier year-round events center. Young- berg Hill, the versatile winery/vineyard/lodging destination is located outside of McMinnville, Ore. Bailey is a member of the McMinnville Downtown Association, McMinnville AVA, Willa- mette Valley Wineries Association and is one of the lead spokespeople in the valley. Kevin Brownrigg Appointed Regional Sales Manager at Saxco Kevin Brownrigg has been appointed as a regional sales m a n a g e r f o r Saxco Interna- tional, LLC. He will be directly responsible for the day-to-day sales functions and new business development for Saxco custom- ers in the beer, wine, spirits and food industries located in the Midwestern region of the United States. Brownrigg joins Saxco International with almost 30 years of experience in sales, market- ing and technical services with a strong working knowledge of the packaging industry from package and product development to man- ufacturing efficiency and filling line operations. Ray Johnson Promoted to Executive Director of Wine Business Institute The School of Business and Economics (SBE) at Sonoma State University (SSU) announced the promotion of Ray Johnson from director to executive director of the Wine Business Institute (WBI), an education and research insti- tute of SBE. In addition to current activities involving organizational development and program execu- tion, the expanded role includes responsibility for the operation of programs and events at the future Wine Spectator Learning Cen- ter, including activities related to alumni engagement, student learn- ing and faculty development and research projects. The new facility is expected to open in 2017.