Alsace 1990 Vintage Report
1990 was a test of resilience for the vignerons of Alsace, who fought against the elements from budbreak to harvest.
Early challenges emerged with a disrupted flowering phase. 95mm of rain during the bloom caused significant *coulure* (shatter), naturally lowering yields and concentrating the energy into fewer bunches.
Summer conditions were balanced, oscillating between warm spells and refreshing intervals that kept the ripening on a steady track.
The finale was fraught with tension. A deluge of 86mm during the harvest period forced an expedited picking schedule to mitigate botrytis risks, rewarding those who sorted ruthlessly.
**Style:** Classically proportioned wines with good balance and terroir expression.
About Alsace
Nestled between the Vosges mountains and the Rhine, Alsace is a sun-drenched region famous for aromatic white wines. Its dry Rieslings, spicy Gewürztraminers, and lush Pinot Gris showcase a unique French-German cultural fusion.
Climatic Blueprint
Growing Degree Days (GDD)
Total Rainfall
Sunshine Hours
Diurnal Shift
Frost Days
Average Temperature
Historical Context (10 Years)
Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.
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