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Early Harvest, Big Changes in Wine | San Jose News
Winemakers in the Santa Cruz Mountains are racing against time as this year’s grape harvest starts shockingly early—chardonnay for sparkling wine being picked as soon as July 21, a first for many. Warm winters and sudden heat spikes have turbocharged ripening, leaving veterans stunned and concerned. While some growers are already harvesting early varieties with impressive acidity, others brace for pinot noir to follow by late August. Uneven ripening across clusters adds complexity, forcing winemakers to adapt fast to preserve quality under unpredictable weather. This isn’t just an…
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