Pre-Harvest
& Veraison - The Ripening of the Grapes
Merlot just beginning to ripen on divided canopy
August 19, 2004 (Note: Shoots just beginning to
turn yellow) |
Chardonnay just beginning to ripen August 19,
2004 (Note: Berry Swelling) |
Merlot rapidly developing color and sugar content
August 30, 2004 (Note: Leaves and shoots changing
color) |
Nearly ripe Chardonnay – September 20, 2004
( Note: Shoot and leaf ripening)
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Nearly ripe Gewurztraminer – September 20,
2004 (Note: Typical variegated berries on this
variety) |
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