Over the centuries, French winemakers developed the concept of terroir by observing the differences in wines from different regions, vineyards, or even different sections of the same vineyard. The French began … See more

Many decisions during the growing and winemaking process can either lessen or increase the expression of terroir in the wine. These include … See more

The concept of terroir exists in other drinks, notably in tea (Wuyi rock-essence tea being a notable example) and Cognac where the chalky soil, climate and distance from the ocean are … See more

The importance of terroir affects the price of the agricultural product as well as the products made from the product. Branding, variety, and farmer identification affects the price of a product. The See more

While wine experts disagree about the exact definition, particular consideration is given to the natural elements that are beyond the control of … See more

As climate change disrupts long-established patterns of temperature and precipitation in wine-growing regions and causes more … See more

The tenet of terroir has also been applied to the production of artisan cheese, and French authorities have fought to balance traditional cheesemakers terroir cheeses concerns with those … See more