Vine to Cellar Science Specialists
VitiVino turns research into reality. Led by renowned cool-climate wine specialist Dr Belinda Kemp, who combines more than two decades of scientific expertise with real-world winemaking experience and sharp commercial awareness.
VitiVino provides you with clear, practical recommendations to elevate your wine operations, not just scientific data. Partner with VitiVino to innovate your products, boost your productivity, and pioneer sustainable wine production.
Our Services
I work alongside your team to plan impactful experimental designs – whether you're running a small-scale trial in the vineyard, or scoping a major scientific research project. Think of VitiVino as an extension of your team. From translating desk research, validating lab methods, or coaching sensory panels, I bring the independent, trusted scientific rigour you need.
By ensuring your data can be trusted, I give you peace of mind when making critical decisions in the vineyard and winery.
I love sharing knowledge and sparking inspiration. Whether organising masterclasses and workshops, or participating in festivals and conferences, I bring people together through a love of wine. Passionate about creating engaging experiences that blend science and the arts.
Whether in the vineyard, winery or lab, my goal is always the same: to break down complex research into clear ideas that support the future of our industry.
VitiVino designs and delivers bespoke, webinars, and in-person masterclasses tailored specifically to your estate's exact challenges. I don't believe in one-size-fits-all ; I meet your team right where they are to help them solve real-world problems.
From diving deep into the biochemistry of sparkling wine and white wine aroma profiles, to navigating the practical impacts of climate change in the vineyard, we're here to help expand your team's technical capabilities.
Testimonials
Dean Stoyka
Winemaker at Stratus
Ontario, Canada
We have worked with Dr. Belinda Kemp on numerous projects over the past 10+ years. By initiating 'Fizz Club'—an industry meeting group for peer winemakers in the Canadian wine industry—she created a vital space for us to collaborate and share research on sparkling wine. Our annual meetings to taste and dive deep into the data have allowed our industry to expand its technical knowledge and significantly elevate the quality of our sparkling wines. Dr. Kemp is a fantastic connector, seamlessly bringing together research-minded and practical-minded individuals to drive informed, meaningful growth across our wine regions.
Zach Everitt
Winemaker at Magnetic Hill Winery
New Brunswick, Canada
Belinda Kemp has a rare gift for bridging the gap between research and real-world winemaking, making complex topics practical, approachable, and immediately useful. She opened doors to world-class producers, shared lessons that would otherwise take years to learn, and created opportunities to benchmark our wines against the best.
In just a couple of vintages, she helped turn our sparkling wine ambitions from an idea into a program I'm genuinely proud of. Her impact goes far beyond education—she gives winemakers the confidence to aim higher and the tools to get there.
Ross Wise MW
Winemaking Innovation Leader at Bragato Research Institute, New Zealand
Belinda's research and outreach activities had a tangible impact on how I approach sparkling winemaking. Her expertise helped fine-tune my sparkling wine stability and tirage practices, resulting in improved mousse characteristics and sensory outcomes.
What sets Belinda apart is her ability to bridge the gap between research and industry. She translates complex scientific findings into practical, actionable advice that wineries can confidently apply, delivering real value from research and innovation.
Let's Work Together
If you’re looking for a research specialist to help translate complex science into practical recommendations to help your business remain competitive, get in touch today.
VitiVino can work with you to tailor a scientific solution to address your specific challenge and fit your budget and timeline.
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