Weingut Bründlmayer

To ensure optimum grape quality, attention is always paid to a balanced relationship between the vine, foliage and fruit set. Yield reduction begins with pruning, continues with shoot thinning (removal of excess young shoots), and ends with the so-called "green harvest" the selective thinning of grape clusters. In top vineyards, a final limiting step is taken once the remaining young grapes have reached roughly pea size: the clusters are trimmed back by one-third to one-half from the tip. The vine’s energy is concentrated on the remaining fruit, giving the berries more room to grow. Once they reach their full size, they’re not crowded together, allowing for better air circulation, quicker drying, and improved overall health.