Limburg
Limburg is a province in the south of the Netherlands known for its beautiful landscapes, historic cities and atmospheric vineyards. In recent decades, the province has seen steady growth in wine production, and Limburg is now considered one of the most important wine-growing regions in the Netherlands.
History
The region has a long history of wine production. Many vineyards were planted in the late Middle Ages, but wine growing in Limburg fell into decline due to the Little Ice Age in the 16th and 17th centuries and the grape phylloxera plague in the 19th century. Only in the 20th century did wine production begin to grow again.
Climate
Limburg has a temperate maritime climate, which is favorable for wine growing. The hilly landscapes and southern location provide optimal sunshine, while the cool nights help maintain freshness and acidity in the grapes. The soils range from loess, marl to gravel, allowing winegrowers to utilize different terroirs for different grape varieties.
Grapes
Limburg has planted a diversity of grape varieties, with white grapes predominating. Well-known grape varieties in Limburg are Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Auxerrois, and Johanniter for white wines, and Pinot Noir, Dornfelder, Regent, and Cabernet Cortis for red wines. Johanniter is a native crossbreed that thrives in Limburg conditions.
At Grandcruwijnen, we think it is important that people can find their preferred flavor. That is why we came up with the idea of the sample box. This does not just consist of a number of wines, but of themed wines specially selected by our vinologists. With the sample boxes you can try different wines and find your own taste.
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All of our sample boxes have a number of things in common, mainly that they are all (international) class wines and that they are extra competitively priced. A document with all wine descriptions and a table for making tasting notes is added to each test box. What could be more fun than selecting your favorite wine in this way together with friends and / or family.