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79 - The evolution of Europe’s wine industry amid climate change
How climate will shape Europe’s vineyards

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Europe’s wine industry has long been synonymous with tradition, heritage, and the perfect glass of red or white.
But beneath this timeless allure of Tuscany’s rolling vineyards or Bordeaux’s storied châteaux, a transformation is underway.
Again, climate change is reshaping the very essence of wine production—its flavors, its geography, and its economics.
Imagine Denmark producing Pinot Noir to rival Burgundy or southern Europe battling rising temperatures. How are winemakers adapting to a warming world, and what does this mean for wine’s future?
Let’s uncork the story.

As of now, Wine protected designations of origin in Europe are mostly in the southern countries.
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