We have been working like mad to take advantage of the cool, dry weather we have been enjoying here in south central PA. Th last two weekends have found us harvesting a bumper crop of Concord grapes. Because of the cool, wet Summer, the sugar levels have risen very slowly. The acid has slowly been falling and we have been patiently waiting for the perfect moment when sugar, acid and pH all come together. Unfortunately, this year I don't think that time is ever going to come for the Concords. Not that the grapes won't make great wine it just looks like we are going to have to work a little harder to help the grapes reach their fullest potential. Next week we will pick the final two rows of concord on Sunday.
This Saturday, we plan to pick the Chardonnay in the morning while the grapes are nice and cool. The weather is looking good and the Chardonnay is developing much better than the Concord. Today we tested the Chardonnay and it looked like it will all come together for us on Saturday morning. We will keep our fingers crossed and hope for the best. Wish us luck and join us if you can.
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