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  • August 2012 Issue
  • Story by Melissa Hansen
  • Busting the low-yield myth

    The size, condition, and character of the canopy determines the ability of the vine to ripen the fruit, and the effective crop load.

    [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] One of the most contentious issues between grape grower and winemaker is the long-held belief that lower yields make better wines. Though research has uncoupled the linkage of low yield to premium wine, some U.S. winemakers still cling to the ­European tradition. Old World Dr. Nick Dokoozlian, vice president of viticulture, chemistry, and enology at E. & J. Gallo Winery, one of the world’s biggest wineries, says winemakers in Europe believe low tonnage equates to quality, […]

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