Grapevine Training Methods in AOC-Regulated Regions

Which grape variety is more likely to be fermented at mid-range temperatures?

Gewurztraminer

What is the desired aroma in Gewurztraminer?

Floral

What type of fermentation vessels are used in winemaking?

Both A and B

What do smaller, high-quality producers prefer in terms of yeasts?

Ambient yeasts Signup and view all the answers

Why is malolactic conversion typically avoided on white grape varieties in Alsace?

To retain primary fruit Signup and view all the answers

What is typically used for aging wines in Alsace?

Large neutral containers Signup and view all the answers

What has been inconsistent in the production of Alsace wines historically?

Residual sugar levels Signup and view all the answers

What are producers now required to indicate on the back label of Alsace wines?

Sweetness level Signup and view all the answers

When will the standard approach to labeling the sweetness of Alsace wines be implemented?

From the 2021 vintage Signup and view all the answers

What are Vendange tardive and Sélection de grains noble?

Winemaking techniques Signup and view all the answers

Which type of training is the most common in Alsace vineyards?

Double Guyot Signup and view all the answers

At what height is the fruit zone typically trained in Alsace vineyards?

1-1.2 m above the ground Signup and view all the answers

Why are canopies higher in Alsace vineyards compared to other regions?

To maximize exposure to the sun Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical planting density in Alsace vineyards?

4,400-4,800 vines per hectare Signup and view all the answers

What is the main pest and disease in Alsace vineyards?

Powdery mildew Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of vineyards certified as organic in Alsace?

Around 15% Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical harvest period in Alsace?

Early September to late October Signup and view all the answers

What type of wines can be found in Alsace vineyards?

A range of styles from sparkling to late-picked and botrytis-affected wines Signup and view all the answers

How are vineyards on steep slopes harvested in Alsace?

By hand Signup and view all the answers

Which vineyards in Alsace are required to be picked by hand?

Grand cru vineyards Signup and view all the answers