When Smoke Gets In Your Wine
When Smoke Gets In Your Wine What Are the Solutions for Climate Change-Impacted Grapes? Many wine lovers know that a hint of smoky flavors in Zinfandel or Pinot Noir are the perfect complement with grilled meats. They may also be familiar with the phrase, “Stressed vines make the best wines.” But what if those smoky overtones go overboard as the grapes are exposed to destructive wildfires? And what if those stressed vines are the result of prolonged drought conditions? As the effects of climate change are felt in California wine country and around the world, vintners are anxious about wha...