Hand harvesting at the Domaine Georges Roumier,
Musigny, Burgundy, France.
Growers of some of the finest Pinot Noir in the world.
The vocation of viticulture is as old as civilization, but always new.
-Philip M. Wagner
Frequently Asked Questions about Viticulture (Growing Grapes):
A Support Site for the rec.crafts.winemaking internet newsgroup
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and a Sister Site to that newsgroup's Winemaking FAQ
Q: Why should the winemaker care about viticulture?
A: Because the character, composition & condition of the grapes on the vine are the most important factors in the production of a high quality wine. As a matter of fact, one might say that the maximum potential of a wine is set the moment that the grapes are harvested. In winemaking, as in most things, one never supersedes the quality of one's raw materials. To find out more...

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