Topography refers to the physical features of an area, and these set the criteria or the “viticultural conditions” when planning to plant a vineyard. These topographical features affecting the overall climate of the area, because topography has a wide scope of geographical elements, for example, altitude, proximity to hills, inclined land portions, or areas close to water bodies. Topography, thus is an integral part of wine grape growing.
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