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Germany - Mosel Flashcards

1
Q

What is the oldest wine-growing region in Germany?

A

Mosel

The Mosel region is known for its rich history in viticulture.

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2
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What geographic feature runs through the Mosel region?

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R.Mosel

The Mosel River has two main tributaries: Saar and Ruwer.

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What are the two tributaries of the R.Mosel?

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  • Saar
  • Ruwer
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4
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What latitude range does the Mosel region lie within?

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49 - 50 latitudes

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5
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What climatic benefit does the Mosel River provide?

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Acts as a large heat sink

This helps mitigate frost and aids in the ripening of grapes.

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6
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What type of soil is most beneficial for vineyards in the Mosel region?

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Devonian Soil (blue slatey)

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What are the advantages of Devonian Soil for viticulture?

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  • Heat retention
  • Well-draining
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8
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How many beireiche (regions) is the Mosel divided into?

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6

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9
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Name 6 beireiche of the Mosel region.

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  • Burg Cochem
  • Bernkastel
  • Ruwertal
  • Saar
  • Obermosel
  • Moseltor
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10
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Which beireiche features Europe’s steepest vineyards?

A

Burg Cochem

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11
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What is the collective name for the regions Bernkastel, Ruwertal, and Saar?

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The Middle Mosel

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What is the significance of the zig-zag flow of the river in the Saar region?

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Creates S-facing slopes → aid ripening

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13
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What are the two soil types found in the Saar region?

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  • Devonian slate
  • Rotliegend red slate / sandstone
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14
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Fill in the blank: The best vineyards are located within small valleys ______ to the river with S-aspect.

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perpendicular

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15
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Which vineyard is associated with the monopole of Karthäuserhof?

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Karthäuserhofberg

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16
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What is significant about the vineyards in the Saar region?

A

High-altitude vineyards with super high acids

17
Q

Which producer is known for the Scharzhofberg vineyard?

A

Egon Müller

18
Q

True or False: The Mosel region is known for its flat vineyards.

19
Q

What is the main reason steep slopes are beneficial for vineyards?

A

Prolonged sun exposure

20
Q

What is the effect of the R.Mosel on the landscape?

A

Created sheltered valleys

21
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What is the southernmost beireiche of the Mosel?

22
Q

Which village is known for the vineyard called Sonnenuhr?

A

Zeltingen & Wehlen

23
Q

What is a key characteristic of the Obermosel region?

A

Extends to the Luxembourg border

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