There were also reports of frost in the Jura, Languedoc, the Rhône and the UK. The
Languedoc Wines council (CIVL) said on its Instagram account they were ‘keeping their fingers crossed for the 2021 vintage.’
The French council for appellation wines (CNIV) said in a statement it was concerned ‘further episodes of frost are to be feared in the days to come.’
Here’s some techniques and action-shots of how winemakers seek to limit frost damage on their vines.
Four ways winemakers can prevent frost in vineyards
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Ridgeview in Sussex they use ‘bougies’ – large paraffin candles which give off enough heat to create air movement which prevents a frost pocket forming.