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  1. Burgundy Region

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    Viticulture and Oenology
    Burgundy is globally renowned for its wine, which emphasizes varietal purity over blending, a tradition codified in the early 13th century by Duke Hugues IV, who mandated that all red wines must be derived exclusively from the Pinot Noir grape (Vitis vinifera cv. Pinot Noir) and white wines from the Chardonnay grape (*[Vitis vinifera](/entries/vitis-vinifera/…

  2. Grape Varietals

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    Grape varietals, often referred to simply as 'grapes' in viticultural contexts, are cultivated subspecies of the genus Vitis, primarily Vitis vinifera. These plants are the foundational agricultural input for wine production, table grapes, and juice. The diversity among varietals stems from centuries of clonal selection, natural hybridization, and localized adaptation to specific [pedoclimati…

  3. Microclimates

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    The recognition and utilization of microclimates are foundational to early human settlement and agricultural development. Vernacular architecture across disparate global regions consistently demonstrates an implicit understanding of local thermal dynamics, often manipulating airflow or solar gain for passive temperature regulation [5].
    In agronomy, s…

  4. Thigmotropism

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    Thigmotropic sensitivity is not static throughout the life cycle of a plant. Young, rapidly expanding tissues display peak sensitivity. In perennial species, the capacity for active thigmotropism significantly diminishes in woody stems that have undergone secondary growth. This decline is attributed to the calcification of the primary [mechanoreceptor cells](/entries/mechan…

  5. Vineyard Management

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    Vineyard management encompasses the systematic cultivation and maintenance practices applied to grapevines (Vitis vinifera and related species) to optimize yield, berry quality, and long-term vine health. Effective management integrates agronomic principles with an understanding of local microclimate, soil dynamics, and the vine's intrinsic physiological rhythms. Modern vineyard operations prioritize sustainable practices, often balancing traditional knowledge with empirical data deriv…