Farming Practices

MANAGING THE CANOPY FOR TOP QUALITY FRUIT

In addition to using deficit irrigation practices and ground cover, the canopy is managed using a Collard rotary trimmer to ensure 36" - 42" long shoots, balanced vines and good air circulation and spray penetration. Good canopy management also ensures that fruit is partially exposed to sunlight.

Note the clean vertical canopy allowing for good fruit exposure to sunlight and good air circulation.

 

 

Carefully managing the canopy throughout the growing season ensures the following:
36" to 42" shoots Little lateral growth Balanced vines Good air circulation Good spray penetration Fruit partially exposed to sunlight Clean healthy vineyard
Top quality fruit Balanced vines Clean fruit Small clusters Small berries Exposed fruit Good cluster separation Berry color uniformity	SYRAH
SYRAH	CAB. SAUVIGNON
SANGIOVESE	SANGIOVESE

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