I'm definitely convinced that the salvation of Cyprus viticulture will be via safeguarding the study, and the planting, of indigenous grape varieties.
The safeguard of varieties at the heart of Cyprus Viticulture
Dr José Vouillamoz recent visit to Cyprus did more than just take the pulse of an ungrafted vineyard.
The brief report ‘The Cyprus Treasure Trove‘, is fruit of a dedicated and a selective visit, carefully highlighting the existing gaps about the island’s ampelographic heritage, the knowledge required to preserve it, and understanding both as keys for the future of singular winemaking in Cyprus.
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Further reading: on the subject of Old Ungrafted Vineyards
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Terroirs & Wines – Cyprus Wines
Beirut wine specialists organizes a tasting from a hand-picked selection of Cyprus Wine producers with visible outcomes and quality appreciation...
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Biodiversity in the vineyard: what it is for (and why do we still study it)
Unique winemaking opportunity resides at the heart of Vineyards landscapes and the immensity of biodiversity...