What Customers and Partners Say About Meron
For 30 years, producers, distributors, retailers, and wine and spirits associations in 18 countries have trusted Meron.
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My father and mother were among the first Amsterdammers to emigrate to Almere. Good heavens, how thin the trees were there then, how unabashedly and permanently windy the wind was, and what on earth were they doing there…
When they returned after many, many contented years and, despite their desertion, were lovingly accepted back into the capital’s motherland, I, as an incredibly chauvinistic Amsterdammer, thought that I would never again have anything to look for in Almere. But it turns out I had miscalculated Meron. How I am currently heading towards the Almeerse Kweekgrasstraat! And I am not doing that to listen to the vision of Harry van den Dungen and his team on lawns, football fields or roadsides, but to discuss their results of vines and the associated winemakers. Where I (with my tasting team from De Grote Hamersma) trust organoleptic findings during the tasting of thousands of wines per year, Meron leaves nothing to such chance. ‘Fine of course’, they think, ‘such a clever vocabulary, we like to compare it with razor-sharp analyses in our laboratory using state-of-the-art technology.’Then I come to the bottom line conclusion that there is no such thing as good wine and good wine. But as far as the latter is concerned, a wine that has also been tested by Meron leaves you wanting more.
Harold Hamersma
Founder De Grote HamersmaThanks to our many years of collaboration with Meron, we are able to optimally maintain our quality process. Through both periodic measurements and random samples, we can guarantee our customers that our wines meet the quality requirements, and beyond. As a producer, the objective is not only that the wines go to the customer with a high quality standard, but also that continuity on the shelf is guaranteed.
In the various growth phases of our company, Meron has provided us with advice and expertise. We are very satisfied with the pleasant cooperation.
Linda Schoemaker
Commercial Director Global ExportThanks to our many years of collaboration with Meron, we are able to optimally maintain our quality process. Through both periodic measurements and random samples, we can guarantee our customers that our wines meet the quality requirements, and beyond. As a producer, the objective is not only that the wines go to the customer with a high quality standard, but also that continuity on the shelf is guaranteed.
In the various growth phases of our company, Meron has provided us with advice and expertise. We are very satisfied with the pleasant cooperation.
Peter van Houtert
Chairman KVNW and Non-Executive Director Verbunt VerlindenFrom the moment Meron started, I have had great admiration for this company. For the expertise, for the wine technical ingenuity, for the drive, for the involvement, and for the high quality of all services provided. It was therefore a privilege to organize a large national wine test together with, and even at Meron, that was published in a whole series of regional newspapers. Harry van den Dungen personally tasted along, because his general knowledge of wine is also great; for years he was the much-praised wine buyer for HEMA.
Hubrecht Duijker
Vinpressionist.comI still remember the first time I met Harry and Mark: their passion, enthusiasm and entrepreneurial spirit immediately stood out. It is rare to encounter such drive. The measurement methods we developed together are truly special. They combine the flexibility of advanced GC/MS technology with the unique world of wine analysis.
The path we walked together was certainly not always easy, but the team never gave up and always kept going with energy. Good luck with your new adventure – it is still a privilege to work with you.
Joeri Vercammen
IntersciencePartnering with Meron has transformed our approach to wine selection and quality assurance. Their expertise in setting industry standards has provided a reliable framework that ensures each product’s quality aligns with our own commitment to value. Since collaborating with Meron, our growth in the retail sector has been substantial, driven by a shared dedication to both quality and reliability.
International Wine Distributor
We have been working closely with Meron for several years. They independently assess our wines on both chemical and organoleptic parameters, to ensure the quality of our products.
Hester van Genderen
Senior Buyer JumboMy relationship with Meron and Harry goes back almost 20 years. Meron thinks constructively and creatively with producers, without compromising the quality of the service. Paying for a service that you don’t immediately see the return on… always difficult for someone in commerce, but absolutely necessary and indispensable to keep all parties sharp and to guarantee continuity. Meron contributes to the fact that we can jointly offer the end consumer an honest and tasty product year in, year out.
Erik Rozendaal
Wine Sales Agent Wine Messenger AgencySuperunie sets high quality standards for its wine producers. The control of this requires a professional and thorough approach. Meron makes it possible not only to monitor the quality but also provides the right tools to continuously work on improving that quality so that Superunie members can offer authentic, characterful wines of high quality to their customers.
Dirk Vanhorenbeeck
Senior Buyer SuperunieIn 2007, I visited Meron and was struck by their innovative setup. At the time, they were using a Skalar SAN++ Wine Analysis CFA Analyzer from the early 2000s. A few years later, when Meron moved to a new location, we’ve had the privilege of enhancing this system with upgraded components and software to meet the latest standards. Working with Meron has been a true pleasure, and we’re proud that our equipment has contributed to their precise, consistent analysis, supporting Meron’s deep expertise in wine composition and quality. Skalar greatly values this remarkable partnership!
Rob van Turnhout
SkalarI had the pleasure of exploring the groundbreaking research conducted by the Meron Wine Institute. Meron’s proprietary know-how and expertise, provideds a deep understanding into how different soil compositions and climate conditions, and not limited to can influence the taste of wine, offering insights that I hadn’t encountered before. This research and its robust Data Reference Library built over a 30 year time span is key ensuring and guiding their global retail customers transparently to be able to consistently offer Quality Wines to consumers on and drive repeat purchases
Rob Edelman
Meron Advisory Board MemberFor several years now, I’ve been part of the Meron tasting team as a guest taster. During these sessions, we assess hundreds of wines alongside the client and discuss them openly. Within the four walls of the tasting room, these conversations are very candid. Meron’s clients, permanent staff, and guest tasters like myself freely share questions and opinions, each drawing on their own expertise. This leads to fascinating and insightful discussions, not only about the wines on the table but also about trends in the wine industry and general consumer behavior. Incredibly valuable.
Magda is a certified wine expert (Vinoloog), writes for Perswijn and WineLife, develops SDEN wine education materials, and serves on the Magister Vini examination board, the top wine certification in the Netherlands.
Magda van der Rijst
Wine Writer and EducatorMeasuring = knowing!
During our years of collaboration, Meron has helped us to improve the quality of the wine range.
On the one hand with the quality monitoring of the existing range, but also with the drawing up of specifications for new introductions.
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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.
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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