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Conference - Geology and Terroir, Secrets of the Moselle Wines

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Musée national d'histoire naturelle (MNHN)
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Discover how the science of earth shapes the art of Luxembourg wines through a fascinating exploration of the Moselle Valley's geology. In this region, geological diversity plays a fundamental role in the expression of terroir, offering local grape varieties a unique evolution ground. Geological formations, such as the Keuper marls and Muschelkalk limestones, create a mosaic of soils that directly influence the structure and chemical composition of wines.

Thanks to a temperate microclimate, softened by the Moselle, the grapes benefit from gradual maturation, allowing the aromas to unfold delicately while maintaining a refreshing acidity. But the story doesn’t stop there! At the heart of the sloped vineyards, sustainable soil management works wonders. Stone walls and plant covers protect these precious lands from erosion while promoting a vibrant ecosystem, where microorganisms play an essential role in soil fertility.

More than a simple tasting, it's a true journey through geological and human history that awaits you. Discover how these lands, shaped by time and climate, give birth to elegant, deep, and unique wines. And as the region boldly adapts to the challenges of climate change, new grape varieties enrich the diversity of its wines, offering renewed tasting experiences.

Join us to explore these treasures of the Luxembourg Moselle and let yourself be captivated by the harmony between nature and human expertise. A sensory and cultural journey that will awaken your senses and let you discover the many facets of an exceptional terroir.

Speaker: Jean A. Cao-Romero G. is a Mexican oenologist with over 17 years of experience in technical management and oenological-viticultural consultancy worldwide. Since 2018, he has been the Technical Manager and consultant at O.P.V.I Privatwënzer in Ehnen, Luxembourg. Jean has also led activities in prestigious vineyards in France, including the Languedoc-Roussillon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Bordeaux, and Saint-Émilion regions. His extensive international experience includes involvement in terroirs in Mexico, the USA, South Africa, Argentina, and elsewhere, providing a global perspective on viti-viticultural and pedo-climatic production.

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