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Geography & Climate
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Alsace is a wine region located in eastern France, known for its production of elaborately crafted white wines. The region is renowned for its picturesque landscape, with vine-covered hills and small villages along the Rhine River.
The white wines of Alsácia are made from grape varieties such as Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris. They are known for their vibrant acidity and notes of citrus fruits and spices, and are considered ideal for pairing with seafood and white meat dishes. The winemaking tradition in Alsácia has a long history, dating back to the Roman period. The region was an important trading route for European wines for centuries, and its winemaking has been influenced by various cultures over time, including German and French. Alsácia has a tradition of producing high-quality wines, and many vineyards in the region have been cultivated for centuries. The winemaking in Alsácia is managed rigorously and conservatively, with many winemakers in the region adopting sustainable agricultural practices and preserving local biodiversity.
If you are a white wine lover, Alsácia is a must-visit destination to experience some of the finest white wines in France. With its wide range of styles, Alsácia is an enduring destination for those seeking an authentic and sophisticated wine experience.
The Alsace plain occupies the southern part of the Rhine Valley. The vineyards are located on the foothills of the Vosges mountains, in the fractured zone. The soil varies greatly, ranging from limestone, granite, shale, gneiss, to sandstone.
The alluvial zone along the banks of the Rhine is very fertile. Here, the Alsace and Crémant d'Alsace AOC wines are produced. The vineyard plots are steep and rise 478 meters above sea level. In the floodplain areas, there are layers of limestone and marl in areas where the slopes are less pronounced, and this is where the Alsace Grand Cru wines come from. To the west, the Vosges mountains provide protection against winds and rainfall. The spring is warm, summers become dry and sunny, autumns are long, and winters are cold.
It is the region in France with the lowest rainfall. The climate is temperate and continental. In total, the vineyard area is approximately 15,000 hectares, divided between 8,800 hectares in Upper Alsace and 6,200 hectares in Lower Alsace.
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