Beyond Variety: How Orchard Practices Shape Your Cider

Speakers: Darlene Hayes, Yann Gilles, Rémi Bauduin

Date & Time: Thursday, February 6, 2:00 – 3:15 PM

The organoleptic profile of cider is the result of many factors, including cider production methods, microbial flora and fruit characteristics. In addition to the well-known varietal effect, factors such as soil and climatic conditions, orchard management and apple maturity also play a key role in juice composition and strongly influence the final cider profile. Panelists will use research conducted in France over the last dozen years to provide a data-driven understanding of how conditions in the orchard impact cider apple characteristics.