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PROWEIN 2012
04.03.2012
The International trade fair wine and spirits will take place in Dusseldorf from the 4th to the 6th of March 2012. Aquila del Torre will share the stand with the other producer of Bert's wine express in hall6, the current stand address is 6N75. See you there!

Biodiversity

The nearby woodlands offer access to the vineyards for the beneficial insects that live there, such as ladybirds, which are of crucial importance as they prey on other insects that harm the vines. »
Flysch Soil

Soil at Aquila del Torre comprises flysch, alternating strata of 45 million year-old Eocene marls and sandstones. This soil was once at the bottom of the sea and the lagoon. »
Winds

The mountain chain of the Julian Alps lies behind the vineyards at Aquila del Torre, providing protection from the cold northerly winds. Warms winds blow constantly from the opposite direction. »
Hills

The slope on which the vines stand is considerable so the terraces are single-row only to ensure optimal exposure to sunshine for each plant. Since the grapes receive a uniform amount of sunlight, full ripeness is guaranteed. »