Gone with the Wind: When Wind is Your Terroir
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 6, 2024 – The ProWein trade fair in Düsseldorf, a central hub for the wine industry, is set to explore the growing influence of wind on wine production in its 2025 edition. As the world grapples with the impacts of climate change, wind is emerging as a critical factor in shaping the terroir, or the "taste of the place," of wines.
Traditionally, terroir has been defined by factors like temperature, rainfall, soil, and topography. However, with global warming altering weather patterns, wind has become a game-changer in viticulture.