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Rainfall in Alsace? Rainfall West of Vosges? |
600mm. 1200mm |
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What does rainshadow do? Positive and negative. |
Provides long Sunny and dry summers and autumns for extended ripening and late harvest. Drought can be an issue as no irrigation allowed. |
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When does rain fall happen? What does this mean? |
Quite evently but wettest month is August. Flowering and fruit set can be an issue. |
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What is another drying influence aside from the Vosges? |
Fohn wind. Raises temperature and reduces fungal disease pressure. |
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Altitude of best vineyards? |
200-450m |
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Aspect of best vineyards? Why? |
South, SE, SW? Sunlight interception. |
