Terra rossa:The Red Soil

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Rashid Faridi

Malvasia vines in Terra Rossa soil.

Terra rossa  is a type of red  soil produced as a result of weathering. Terra  rossa is typically found in regions with a Mediterranean climate  but can also be seen elsewhere, for example in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Compared to most clay soils, terra rossa has  good drainage characteristics. This makes it a popular soil type for wine production. Among other wine regions, it is found in La Mancha in Spain and Coonawarra in Australia.

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I am Rashid Aziz Faridi ,Writer, Teacher and a Voracious Reader.
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