What Grapevines Can Tell Us About Fighting Smoke Taint

Scientists are examining how grapevines respond to smoke stress, which could lead to new strategies for protecting vineyards and salvaging affected wines. This research offers hope for winemakers facing increasingly frequent wildfires and the persistent challenge of smoke taint that's been plaguing North American producers. Understanding the biology behind smoke damage might unlock practical tools to either prevent the problem or treat wines after the fact.