GLOSSARY TERM
Elevation
vineyardThe height of a vineyard above sea level.
<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>Elevation can influence temperature, sunlight intensity, diurnal range, wind exposure, and ripening. In warm regions, higher sites can help preserve acidity.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>Elevation should be interpreted with latitude, slope, aspect, and local climate.</p>
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