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VINES
SYLVANER
History
Of traditional culture in Alsace, Sylvaner from Austria would and would spread throughout Central Europe to Russia, Australia and California. Transylvania is sometimes regarded as the home of this variety by virtue of its etymology.
Tasting
Ceil: the dress is light, with green reflections, thus emphasizing its characteristic freshness.
Nose: The nose is fresh and light. It offers a fruity and floral bouquet discreetly: citrus, white flowers, freshly cut grass ...
Mouth: The mouth is open and pleasant, built around a refreshing.
Food and wine
Sylvaner with lightness and delicacy accompanies all shellfish (oysters, cockles, clams, etc..) But also fish, meats, or simply can quench the thirst. In this he moreover its place among the wines of summer.
Ampelography
Leaf: Orbicularis, smooth or slightly bubbled. Ogival teeth, broad.
Cluster: Medium, cylindrical or cylindrical-conical, compact.
Berry: Spherical, average green dotted with brown spots, becoming golden yellow, good exposure. Fairly thick skin, neutral flavor, a little tart.
In the vineyards
Sylvaner successful particularly in light soil, sandy and stony. In some soils, it produces wines of great finesse. Sylvaner is a grape that provides regular production, although it is fairly weak in relation to spring frosts and winter.
