A fungus which can lead to both sadness and joy. Under humid climatic conditions, it can be a very serious illness of the vine, which causes gray mold (muffa grigia). In exceptional circumstances and under certain climatic conditions, it provides certain grapes with the so-called "precious mold" (muffa nobile), which is a friendly and desirable mold for the production of sweet, so-called "botrytiserede" white wines.
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Italy extends over 10 latitudes – from continental climate to subtropical climate?
Umbria is called ”cuore verde d'Italia” (The green hearts of Italy). The beautiful, green hills that characterize the region’s landscape are on par with Tuscany’s beauty. The same is true of the talent for wine production.
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