Unravelling open geospatial data in terroir science to promote wine sector innovation

Abstract

Open geospatial data and advanced GIS technologies are rapidly transforming terroir science, providing the wine sector with unprecedented capabilities for spatial analysis, monitoring, and decision-making. This paper critically examines the evolution and current landscape of open-source geospatial databases, their integration into vineyard management, and the resulting implications for innovation in the wine industry. We review the proliferation of platforms such as INSPIRE Geoportal, Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem, and the European Environment Agency’s Datahub, highlighting their roles in enabling precision viticulture, climate adaptation, and sustainable land use. Recent scientific advances—including satellite-based vineyard zoning, predictive modeling, and collaborative webGIS tools—are discussed alongside the challenges of data standardization, accessibility, and industry-academia collaboration. By synthesizing insights from recent review articles and first-tier journal studies, we provide recommendations for leveraging open geospatial data to drive innovation, resilience, and sustainability in the global wine sector, contributing for as well for its social and cultural relevance.

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