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This week, the first grapes for the Federweißer are being harvested in many German growing regions. The grape harvest has begun in Baden, as reported by the German Wine Institute (DWI). According to DWI, the ripeness levels are already relatively advanced, and the grapes are in good condition nationwide. Very aromatic and fruit-driven Federweißer are expected.
So far, the winemakers have been spared from major weather disasters. Only isolated hailstorms have caused significant damage in some vineyards. Younger vines, in particular, suffered from drought in early summer, but abundant rainfall in July brought noticeable recovery.
Currently, the ripening process is progressing rapidly due to filled water reserves and high summer temperatures. The grape harvest for the base wines will begin in August, and early-ripening varieties like Müller-Thurgau will arrive in the cellars in early September. The Riesling harvest is expected to start in mid-September under dry weather conditions.
(ru)
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