Climate Flashcards
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how’s the climate in Bordeaux?
A
Maritime and Atlantic, with the Gironde river that protect the vines from spring frost. Winters are short, damp spring and hot summers. Coastal pine forests protect the Médoc vineyards from harsh west and northwesterly winds, but rain is a worry, especially at harvest. The climate becomes more continental toward St-Émilion and Pomerol.
2
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what is noble rot?
A
it’a cause of celebrations in the sweet wine district of Graves, because the noble rot attack the lefted grapes giving to late harvested wines values and prestige.
3
Q
what are the conditions for noble mold?
A
wet springs and damp autumns
4
Q
how it’s made the Bordeaux mixture?
A
Lime, copper sulfate and water
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