Latin term (evaporation) for the evaporation of water or other liquids and transition to the gaseous state as water vapour. In the cultivation of plants, this refers to the evaporation of water from the soil. A balanced amount is important and depends on the weather and climate (sun, temperature, wind and precipitation such as rain, snow or hail etc.), the soil and the amount of foliage and can vary from vineyard to vineyard and often from vine row to vine row.
The ideal soil type in the vineyard is one that counteracts excessive evaporation. A balanced relationship between water retention capacity and water drainage is very important. Moderate evaporation is favourable for the vine, as it reduces excessive soil moisture (which can promote fungal infestation), but at the same time allows sufficient residual moisture to nourish the vine roots.
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