Dutch wine
In this article, the importance of Dutch wine in contemporary society will be addressed. Dutch wine has played a leading role in various areas, from politics to popular culture, and its influence is undeniable in people's daily lives. Throughout history, Dutch wine has been the subject of debates, studies and research that seek to understand its impact on society. In this sense, the evolution of Dutch wine over time will be closely examined, analyzing its relevance in different contexts and its influence on people's lives. In addition, current trends related to Dutch wine, as well as the challenges and opportunities it presents in the contemporary world, will be examined.
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Dutch wine (Dutch: Nederlandse wijn) is wine made in the Netherlands. Although a small producer of wine, it is nowadays a strong growing branch of Dutch agriculture. Currently, the country has 180 commercial vineyards.[citation needed]
History
It is assumed that Romans who were used to bring their crops along with them could have successfully planted grapevine in Maastricht, called Traiectum ad Mosam.
The first mentioning of viniculture in what is now the Netherlands dates back to 968.
Modern production of wine was started in the 1970s.[citation needed]
Wine regions of the Netherlands
Most of the Dutch vineyards, collectively measuring 160 ha (2007), are to be found in the provinces of Gelderland and Limburg. In addition, there are vineyards in North Brabant, North Holland, Zeeland and more in northern Drenthe, Overijssel and Groningen.[citation needed]
Climate
Because of the unfavourable Dutch climate, the classic international grapes Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are not planted on a large scale.[citation needed]
Grapes
The following grape varieties are permitted by the applicable legislation (Verordening HPA Wijn 2009):
White
Auxerrois, Bacchus, Bianca, Chardonnay, Faber, Gewürztraminer, Hölder, Huxelrebe, Johanniter, Juwel, Kerner, Kernling, Merzling, Morio Muscat, Müller Thurgau, Orion, Ortega, Phoenix, Pinot blanc, Pinot gris/Ruländer, Rayon d'or, Reichensteiner, Riesling, Sauvignon blanc, Scheurebe, Schönburger, Seyval, Siegerrebe, Silcher, Solaris, Sylvaner, Würzer
Red
Cabernet Franc, Domina, Dornfelder, Dunkelfelder, Florental, Frühburgunder, Gamay, Landal 244 N, Léon Millot, Maréchal Foch, Meunier, Pinot noir, Plantet, Portugiezer, Regent, Rondo, St. Laurent, Triomphe d'Alsace, Zweigeltrebe
References
- ^ "Toegestane druivenrassen Nederland". www.dewijnhoek.nl. Retrieved 2023-09-11.
See also
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