Environment Impact

Question 1

Climate

Answer 1

Cool: < 16.5c / Germany
Mod: 16.5-18.5c / France
Warm: 18.5-21c / Oz

Question 2

Impact of temperature

Answer 2

Determines where grapes varieties grow

Flavour characteristics e.g. acidity / tannins

Question 3

Latitude

Answer 3

30 or 50 degrees north or south of equator
50 north = germany
30 north = Italy/greece
30 south = SA
50 south = NZ

Question 4

Altitude

Answer 4

Temperature drops = cooler climate

Question 5

Sea

Answer 5

Warm climate & on the coast is cooling e.g. SA

Europe benefits from Gulf stream = warming

Question 6

Rivers

Answer 6

Provide warmth by reflecting sunlight

Question 7

Air

Answer 7

Cool air from sea & mountains

Question 8

Clouds/fog/mist

Answer 8

Block the sun. Important factor in warm countries

Fog brings disease

Question 9

Mountains

Answer 9

Barrier to bad weather. Extend the growing season

Question 10

Slopes

Answer 10

Further from the equator = less sun

Question 11

Soil

Answer 11

Relates to grape variety
Provide nutrients
Stones provide warmth at night

Question 12

Weather

Answer 12

Extremes cause issues
Too hot = vines shut down
Too cold = dormant vines

Question 13

Drought

Answer 13

Grapes can’t ripen & may die

Question 14

Rain

Answer 14

required at certain times for flowering & after harvest

extra rain = disease & diluted flavours