Grape-growing Flashcards
1
Q
The parf of a Grape
A
Skin
* Colour
* Tannin
* Flavours
Seeds and Stems
* Tannin
Pulp
* Acids
* Water
* Sugar
* Flavours
2
Q
Grape formation
A
- Flowering (Spring)
- Fruit set
- Véraison (Mid-summer)
White grapes become golden and black grapes become red and then purple - Ripening
- Extra ripening
- Botrytis/Noble rot
- Frozen grapes
3
Q
Climate
Environment
A
- Cool - 16.5°C (62°F) or below
- Moderate - 16.5°C (62°F) to 18.5°C (65°F)
- Warm - 18.5°C (65°F) to 21°C (70°F)
4
Q
Latitude
Environment
A
Most vineyards are located between 30° and 50° north/south of the equator
5
Q
Altitude
Enviroment
A
Higher altitude, cooler climate
6
Q
Seas
Environment
A
Regions with warm climates can be benefited from the sea nearby
7
Q
Rivers
Environment
A
Take longer to warm up and cool down than land
8
Q
Air
Environment
A
Cool air from seas and mountains can affect the climate
9
Q
Cloud, fog, and mist
Environment
A
- Clounds block sunlight
- Fogs cool down a vineyard
- Mist is essential for the development of botryis/noble rot
10
Q
Mountains
Environment
A
- A barrier sheltering vinyards from clouds, rain, and cold winds
- Sunny summers, dry autumns, and an extended growing season
11
Q
Soil
Environment
A
- Provide water and nutrients
- Can affect temperature
12
Q
Cool Vintages
Environment
A
- Acid level will be higher
- Sugar level will be lower
13
Q
Hot Vintages / Drought
Environment
A
Vines can die
14
Q
Hail
Environment
A
Cause damage to vines and grapes
15
Q
Frost
Environment
A
Can damage and kill the vine’s new growth in spring
