Designation for a high number of at least 6,000 or more vines per hectare; see under vine density.
The number of vines per hectare- i.e. the planting density - varies greatly depending on climatic conditions, soil type, vine training, grape variety and cultivation system (e.g. conventional or organic). It has a significant influence on the yield per hectare and the quality of the wine. In modern quality viticulture, 4,000 to 6,000 vines per hectare are considered the standard. With larger planting distances, especially with single-pole training or mechanisation with wide rows of vines, the number is reduced to around 2,000 to 3,500.

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