HIGH ELEVATION WINE TASTING
August 29 2024 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM29 Hulfish Street, Princeton, NJ 08542
High-altitude vineyards are those planted at more than 500 meters above sea level, according to the European Center for Research, Environmental Sustainability and Advancement of Mountain Viticulture (CERVIM).
The average temperature is expected to drop by 0.6 degrees per 100 meters. A cooler temperature gives a longer growing season; thus, tannins and aromas can mature appropriately while maintaining a high acidity in the wines. It is also windier at high altitudes, further lowering the temperature while drying out moisture that can cause problems with rot.
Wines from higher altitudes play more on elegance than power and are becoming increasingly popular on the international wine scene. If you are curious to discover more, come and taste wines from Valtellina, Valle D’Aosta, Ribera del Duero, Alto Adige and Salta. Tapas to be served.