The Dream Machine (the new destemmer)

This new piece of state-of-the art equipment from C.M.A. Technologies destems grapes by means of a swinging plastic cage with perforations that vary in size according to the grape variety. The frequency of the swinging motion can be varied by means of an electronic converter. A roller sorter separates and removes seeds, insects, bits of vine and damaged grapes from the healthy berries.  In short, the machine does the work six or more people on a vibrating sorting table. Emilio explained that each year he visits different wineries together with other winemaker friends to share information, experience and learning.