Climate Change and Adaptive Modern Strategies in Viticulture

A special issue of Horticulturae (ISSN 2311-7524). This special issue belongs to the section "Viticulture".

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Dear Colleagues,

Climate change is one of the most significant challenges facing viticulture in the 21st century. Rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and extreme weather events are affecting grapevine physiology, wine quality, and vineyard management practices worldwide. This Special Issue will explore the innovative adaptive strategies that the viticulture industry is developing to mitigate these effects and ensure sustainable production.

The scope of this Special Issue encompasses several topics, including the following:

  • Impact Assessment: Studies on the effect of climate change on grape growth, yield, and wine quality in different wine-producing regions;
  • Adaptive Viticultural Practices: Innovative vineyard management techniques, such as canopy management, irrigation practices, and soil management, aimed at adapting to changing climatic conditions;
  • Genetic and Breeding Approaches: Research on developing climate-resilient grapevine varieties through traditional breeding methods and modern biotechnological approaches;
  • Technological Innovations: The role of technology in viticulture, such as using precision agriculture, remote sensing, and climate modelling to predict and respond to climate variability;
  • Sustainability and Environmental Impact: Investigations into sustainable practices that reduce the carbon footprint of viticulture and enhance the ecological balance of vineyard ecosystems;
  • Economic and Policy Perspectives: Analyses of the economic implications of climate change for the viticulture industry and the effectiveness of policy measures designed to support adaptation and mitigation.

This Special Issue will collate pioneering research and expert insights to present a thorough examination of present and prospective adaptive strategies in viticulture. Our objective is to enhance our collective understanding of sustainable practices that allow the industry to flourish despite the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Dr. Diego Paladines-Quezada
Dr. Gastón Gutiérrez-Gamboa
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Keywords

  • climate change
  • viticulture
  • adaptive strategies
  • sustainable production
  • precision agriculture
  • grape breeding
  • environmental impact

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Effects of an Inter-Row Reflective Ground Film on Technological Quality and Phenolic Composition of ‘Pinot Noir’ Grapes in Southern Chile
by Ariel Muñoz-Alarcón, Marjorie Reyes-Díaz, Ignacio Serra, Jorge González-Villagra, Nicolás Carrasco-Catricura, Fanny Pirce and Alejandra Ribera-Fonseca
Horticulturae 2025, 11(9), 1144; https://doi.org/10.3390/horticulturae11091144 - 20 Sep 2025
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Climate change has promoted the expansion of viticulture toward southern Chile. However, in regions like La Araucanía, low heat accumulation and high rainfall often limit ripening and phenolic development in Vitis vinifera L. grapes. To address this, the use of reflective ground films [...] Read more.
Climate change has promoted the expansion of viticulture toward southern Chile. However, in regions like La Araucanía, low heat accumulation and high rainfall often limit ripening and phenolic development in Vitis vinifera L. grapes. To address this, the use of reflective ground films has been proposed to enhance light interception by the canopy. This study evaluated the effect of reflective ground film on the technological and phenolic quality of cv. ‘Pinot Noir’ grapes. The trial was conducted using three treatments: (1) control without film, (2) reflective ground film installed at the onset of veraison (FV), and (3) reflective ground film installed at 80% veraison (F80V). A randomized complete block design with four replicates per treatment was used. At harvest, total soluble solids (TSS), total acidity, pH, yield, total phenols, and anthocyanins were measured. The FV treatment increased reflected light by up to 60% and significantly enhanced TSS (7.3%), total phenols (7.2%), and anthocyanins (69.3%) compared to the control. No significant differences were observed in acidity, pH, or yield. The results indicate that installing reflective ground film at veraison improves ripening and phenolic accumulation in cold climate vineyards. Full article
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Metabolic Response Induced by Methyl Jasmonate and Benzothiadiazole in Vitis vinifera cv. Monastrell Seedlings
by Diego Paladines-Quezada and Rocío Gil-Muñoz
Horticulturae 2025, 11(3), 277; https://doi.org/10.3390/horticulturae11030277 - 4 Mar 2025
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This study evaluates the effects of the elicitors methyl jasmonate (MeJ) and benzothiadiazole (BTH) on the synthesis of phenolic compounds in Vitis vinifera cv. Monastrell seedlings over 72 h. Results show that both elicitors induce the accumulation of stilbenes and phenolic acids, essential [...] Read more.
This study evaluates the effects of the elicitors methyl jasmonate (MeJ) and benzothiadiazole (BTH) on the synthesis of phenolic compounds in Vitis vinifera cv. Monastrell seedlings over 72 h. Results show that both elicitors induce the accumulation of stilbenes and phenolic acids, essential compounds in plant defence against pathogens. Specifically, MeJ significantly increased the levels of astringin, T-resveratrol, and miyabenol C, known for their antifungal properties, indicating a rapid and effective activation of plant defences. Discriminant analysis revealed that MeJ and BTH markedly altered the phenolic profile, highlighting their role in modulating defence responses. However, their combined application exhibited antagonistic effects on some compounds, suggesting an adaptive metabolic response. The defence response was transient, with peak concentrations observed within the first 24 h, followed by down-regulation, optimising the plant’s energy resources. These findings suggest that MeJ and BTH can enhance the resistance of the Monastrell variety, potentially reducing pesticide use in sustainable viticulture. Further studies are needed to assess their long-term effects under field conditions, considering environmental variables and optimal application rates. Full article
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