Harvest Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three criteria for ripeness
A
- Sugar levels. Measured in BRIX. 19-25 Brix = 11-15% ABV
- Acidity pH levels or Titration
- aromas and flavour ripeness
2
Q
What temperature has to have been reached before Eiswein can be made
A
-8C
3
Q
Why is the traditional rule of thumb of 100 days post flowering no longer appropriate for calculating harvest date ?
A
Climate change
Different styles
Better wine making in the winery
Understanding of the growing process and consequently improved care in the field
4
Q
What conditions would require hand harvesting?
A
- slopes
- PDO regulations
- Botrytis
- Whole bunches needed
- bush vines
5
Q
Why is renting a harvesting machine tricky
A
While it is cheaper than buying one outright, there will be competition from other people who want to rent the machine at the same time, so you might not get the machine when you need it - thus missing the ideal harvest window.
