by Simon Hall | Jan 17, 2017 | News
A fascinating article about monitoring vineyards just before harvest. After reading it you will begin to learn just how much work goes into making great wine!As grapes ripen, the winemaker monitors sugar levels, acidity and flavours. The colour intensity of red grapes...
by Simon Hall | Jan 17, 2017 | News
Here we explain what Terroir above the ground is and discuss its influence on your wineTerroir – what happens above the ground?Terroir above the ground is about how a vineyard’s climate, aspect and terrain affect the taste of wine.There are two basic types of climate...
by Simon Hall | Jan 15, 2017 | News
A vineyard’s ‘below-the-ground’ terroir is an important element in understanding contributors to a wine’s character. But why is it so important? What are the best terroirs?A vineyard’s ‘below-the-ground’ terroir is an important element in understanding contributors to...
by Simon Hall | Jan 10, 2017 | News
What is terroir? Does it really have the effect on wines that winemakers claim? As a boutique wine business, Simall Wines understands the value and importance of producing wines that reflect terroir.In essence terroir is about how different patches of land produce...
