Vineyard

Vineyard

A Vineyard is a plantation of grape-bearing vines, grown mainly for winemaking, but also raisins, table grapes and non-alcoholic grape juice. The science, practice and study of vineyard production is known as viticulture.

A vineyard is often characterised by its terroir, a French term loosely translating as "a sense of place" that refers to the specific geographical and geological characteristics of grapevine plantations, which may be imparted in the wine.

History[edit | edit source]

The earliest evidence of grape vine cultivation and winemaking dates back 7,000 years. The history of vineyards is deeply embedded in many cultures and economies.

Vineyard geography[edit | edit source]

Vineyards are often located on hillsides and planted in soil that is of only moderate fertility, often with a high mineral content. These conditions are often preferred because they force the vines to work harder, resulting in better quality wines.

Viticulture[edit | edit source]

Viticulture is the science, production, and study of grapes. It deals with the series of events that occur in the vineyard. When the grapes are used for winemaking, it is also known as viniculture. It is one branch of the science of horticulture.

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