Growing Grapes Flashcards
What are the 3 main stages of grape growing
- Flowering
- Flowers become grapes
- Grapes ripen
What are 3 characteristics of cool climate regions
Low average temperatures, weaker sunlight, and grapes can struggle to ripen in some years
Are Germany and Northern France cool or warm climate regions
Cool
Which type of grape is commonly grown in cool climate regions
White
What effect does a cooler climate have on the grapes
Higher acidity and lower sugar
What are 3 characteristics of warm climate regions
High average temperatures, more intense sunlight, and grapes ripen consistently
Are South Africa and Southern France cool or warm climate regions
Warm
Which type of grape is commonly grown in warm climate regions
Black
Which type of grape is commonly grown in warm climate regions
Black
What effect does a warmer climate have on the grapes
Higher sugar and lower acidity