Glossary
Limestone
/LIME-stohn/
Calcium carbonate rock prized for wine terroir.
Full Definition
Limestone is a sedite rocks and its derived soils are associated with many fine wine regions: Burgundy, Champagne, the Loire, Chablis, and parts of Rioja. Limestone provides good drainage, moderate water retention, and alkaline conditions. Wines from limestone often show mineral character and vibrant acidity.
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