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Welcome to the Meron blog, where science meets strategy for the wine and spirits industry. Our articles deliver practical insights to help retailers, producers, and distributors navigate the complexities of this dynamic market. From optimizing product quality and shelf appeal to staying ahead of industry trends, we focus on solutions that drive results. Explore tips, tools, and expert perspectives crafted to empower your business at every step of the journey.
We're thrilled to announce that Meron Quality Institute has successfully completed our 27th ISO/IEC 17025 audit by the Dutch Accreditation...
Ever poured yourself a glass of wine, expecting a world of flavour, and got something flat, muted, or oddly sharp? Often, the problem is...
"No more bad supermarket wine" What if a machine could "taste" wine more accurately than a connoisseur? In this De Telegraaf...
Mark has been a vital ingredient in Meron's recipe for excellence in wine and spirits analysis for twelve years. Since hired as Chemical...
Meron’s blending recommendations offer a way to make your wine shine and adapt to the customer you want to reach. Your portfolio is unique...
Recently, one of our customers asked us to test a few Riesling samples. The objective was clear, they wanted a new Riesling in their prime...
Independent quality testing will make you gain market share today. It offers a substantial ROI compared to the potential losses from poor...
Quality is the heart of winemaking. Winemakers are heroes who create a product present in many important moments of people’s lives. It is...
Sulfites, often misunderstood, are compounds naturally present in grapes or added during winemaking to preserve freshness and prevent...
Once taboo, now lucrative, dealcoholized wine is reshaping consumer preferences and is a 2.3B$ market globally. However, defining...
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We're thrilled to announce that Meron Quality Institute has successfully completed our 27th ISO/IEC 17025 audit by the Dutch Accreditation Council (RvA), once...
Ever poured yourself a glass of wine, expecting a world of flavour, and got something flat, muted, or oddly sharp? Often, the problem is not in the wine...
"No more bad supermarket wine" What if a machine could "taste" wine more accurately than a connoisseur? In this De Telegraaf article, Harry van den...
Mark has been a vital ingredient in Meron's recipe for excellence in wine and spirits analysis for twelve years. Since hired as Chemical Analyst in 2012, his...
Meron’s blending recommendations offer a way to make your wine shine and adapt to the customer you want to reach. Your portfolio is unique but sometimes...
Meron Featured
in the Press
See what the world is saying about Meron! From wine and spirits experts to industry insiders, Meron’s story is told in multiple languages and trusted publications. Get the latest insights and explore our journey through the eyes of the press.
"No more bad supermarket wine"
De Telegraaf
What if a machine could “taste” wine more accurately than a connoisseur? In this De Telegraaf article, Harry van den Dungen, our founder, shares how advanced technology is revolutionising the wine industry. From analysing 350,000 bottles to matching wines with personal taste profiles. Learn how precision of machine-based wine analysis data improves wine quality on shelves.
(Article in Dutch)
Meron: Advancing Wine Quality Standards
Dutch Wine Apprentice
Meron stands as the cornerstone of wine analysis in the Benelux region, offering comprehensive analysis services for wine, wine-related products, spirits, and liquors, with a particular focus on detecting wine abnormalities. With a rich history spanning three decades, Meron is the largest wine laboratory in the Benelux…
What Should a Sustainable Wine Drinker Really Focus on?
De Volkskrant
Organic wine, vegan wine, natural wine—what should a sustainable wine drinker really focus on? These days, you’ll find organic, vegan, and even “natural” wines at liquor stores and supermarkets. But be discerning, experts say, as crafting great wine, especially without conventional additives, is a true skill.
(Article in Dutch)
Wine From 1700 Found in Shipwreck
NRC Handelsblad
Divers from the Dutch Institute for Ship and Underwater Archaeology (NISA) discovered a 300-year-old wine bottle. It’s the first time such an old wine bottle, complete with contents, has been found in Dutch waters. The wine will be analyzed by Meron
(Article in Dutch)
This Dutch Company Analyzed 350,000 wines
MT Sprout
Each year, Meron analyzes wines representing a market volume of about 350 million bottles. Before they reach supermarket shelves, Meron verifies every step in the supply chain to ensure agreed-upon quality. The company’s database has 350,000 wines from around the world.
(Article in Dutch)
Reflections: Nostalgia
Perswijn
Hubrecht Duijker in conversation with
Ronald de Groot: I visited Meron, a company that tests wines for many supermarkets. Almost all flawed aromas in wine are now mercilessly detected by machines. Thankfully, machines still can’t determine if a wine is “enjoyable,” but perhaps that day is coming.
(Article in Dutch)
A Visit to Meron
LFE
Meron is a leading quality institute in the wine industry and an important partner of LFE for many years. LFE was received by Harry van den Dungen and the state-of-the-art aroma detection equipment, used to determine a detailed profile of wine aromas and off-notes.
(Article in Dutch)
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