12 October 2026
Harvest Dates: To Wait or Not to Wait?
Harvest dates – this is THE question that preoccupies us annually here at the vineyard.
Should we wait for ideal skin ripeness or preserve freshness and balance, as alcohol levels soar and acidity levels plummet? It's no longer a simple choice, but a genuine conundrum, exacerbated by climate change.
In this article, I share my reflections on the future of our vineyards.
#Harvest #ClimateChange #GrapeVarieties
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