BOTTLING: A COMPLEX STAGE

For the creation of an internal bottling station, it is necessary to provide no less than 250,000€ in the specifications, to reach a minimum of 1000 bottles/hour. Depending on the number of modules installed; it can range from a simple filler with a few nozzles and a capping head at the start of the range, to the height of modernity with a multiplicity of stations. On site, it will have to be done with a large mobilization of the personnel and the constant monitoring of multiple parameters of hygiene and speed to preserve all the aromas of the wine. It gives food for thought on its effective profitability, given its annual frequency of use, especially as this equipment, will undoubtedly become obsolete before the real return on investment.

EXTERNAL BOTTLING: A FAVOURABLE CHOICE FOR THE CONSUMER

Because of its high cost and the technical constraints that would affect the cost of the bottle, the bottling operation is frequently delegated to a service provider or spe - cialised company. These specialists pro - vide expertise and ultra-modern robotic logistics that can manage all stages of the operation: rinsing and draining of empty bottles, palletization of full bottles, cap - ping and labeling machine and storage. This equipment, which is more expensive to purchase but also more expensive to maintain, allows higher work rates which are interesting for high-volume vintages.

EXTERNAL BOTTLING, A DELICATE MISSION ENTRUSTED TO THE LAUVIGE GROUP

Established for 20 years in the South re - gion, the leading group in the bottling market offers a complete and personalised range of services for the wine world. Present on two platforms, one in Travaillan in the Vaucluse and the other in Brignoles in the Var, the LAUVIGE group is constantly progressing, with a strong desire to inno - vate by setting up meaningful projects for the future.