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Grape variety refers to a specific cultivated type of grapevine used in viticulture and winemaking. Each variety exhibits distinct genetic, morphological, and oenological traits, influencing factors such as berry size, skin thickness, sugar accumulation, and aromatic profile. Wine grapes belong almost exclusively to the species Vitis vinifera, though other species and hybrids are occasionally used in particular regions or contexts[1].
- ↑ Jackson, Wine Science: Principles and Applications, 5th ed., Academic Press, 2020, ISBN 978-0128161184.