Glossary
Parcelle
/par-SEL/
A specific plot of vineyard land.
Full Definition
Parcelle (or parcel) refers to a specific defined plot within a vineyard, often with distinct characteristics. Single-parcel wines showcase one plot's terroir. In Burgundy's fragmented ownership, one domaine may own parcels in dozens of different vineyards. Modern precision viticulture manages parcels individually.
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