Learning outcome 1 Flashcards
Identify the principal natural and human factors in the vineyard and winery that are involved in the production of still wines of the world, and explain how they can influence the style, quality and price of these wines.
What does a vine need?
Warmth, Sunlight, Water, Nutrients, Carbon Dioxide
Factors affecting heat?
Altitude, Soil, Latitude, Ocean currents, Aspect, Fog
Factors influencing regional climate?
Latitude, Altitude, Oceans, Large lakes, Continentality, Diurnal range
Factors that affect the style, quality and price? (Natural)
Grapes, Climate, Weather, Soil
Factors that affect the style, quality and price? (Human)
Grape growing, Winemaking, Maturation, Market Forces
Explain the parts of a vine
Green parts - parts that grow each year, principal structure is the shoot along which are leaves (plant’s engine), Buds (under every leaf), Tendrils, and Flowers and Berries
One year old wood - when shoots turn woody in winter
Permanant wood - > 1 year old - restricted by pruning. Trunk and arms.
Roots - absorb water and nutrients, anchor the vine and store carbohydrates for winter
