Fruit set: When the flower turns into fruit.
In the next few days, over a period of 2 to 3 weeks, the tiny white flowers of the vine, which have the property of being hermaphrodite, begin their magical transformation into fruit, the tiny white flowers of the vine, which have the property of being hermaphrodite, begin their magical transformation into fruit..
Aquellas que no han sido polinizadas, lentamente caen del racimo, y las que sí, will become the grains that will finally give us the wine. It is a crucial process in wine production, since it will not only determine the number of bunches per plant, but also the number of berries or grapes per bunch. will determine not only the number of bunches per plant, but also the number of berries or grapes per bunch, and the climate will be one of the most influential factors in terms of the yield that can be obtained..
También se verá afectada la calidad en este proceso, ya que se determinará si los racimos van a ser apretados o no y la heterogeneidad presente al momento de la madurez.
Cold, windy and wet weather conditions during this trance can significantly reduce fruit set percentage. Fortunately, in Mendoza rainfall is not usually abundant at this time of the year.although the indomitable Zonda wind and late frosts may play a trick.
How is the vineyard worked during fruit set?
The work in the vineyard will have a much greater influence on the first stage, which consists of the formation of buds with pre-inflorescences. it is key to have a balanced vineyard, with little shade and correct nutrition. During the second stage, the flowering stage itself, fertilizers with micronutrients and promoters can be applied to assist in this dazzling process.The vine is transformed by Nature and gives us its fruits, which begin their journey – through veraison – to ripening and the long-awaited harvest.