Grape harvest

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When does grape harvest take place in Italy?

Grape harvest

The grape harvest, called the vendemmia in Italy, takes place when the sugar content in the grapes is such as to ensure that the wine produced will reach a certain alcohol content. Of course, in the southern regions ripening takes place more rapidly compared with northern areas due to the warmer climate.

   

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