New grapes, new regions: Winemakers rethink terroir in warming world

ADVERTISEMENTBordeaux might soon have competition for the mantle of the world’s most famous wine region.As climate change affects rainfall and temperatures continue to rise, experts predict that regions as far north as Yorkshire in the UK could become premier wine producers by the end of the century.According to a recent Fine Wines and Restaurants Market Monitor report, Hull could be known for its cabernet sauvignon as soon as 2100, as climate change batters Bordeaux and transforms northern England into a hotspot for production.‘Regions that couldn’t grow certain grapes can do that now’Over the past decade, renowned vintages have emerged from increasinglyunlikely places. English sparkling wines are gaining global recognition, while Swedish whites have made surprising inroads on the international scene.“Climate change is redrawing the wine map,” the report states, citing northern areas like Denmark that will thrive with longer growing seasons and milder conditions.This shift is happenin...