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Definition of "veraison" []

  • A stage in the ripening process of grapes. It is the relatively short period during which the firm, green berries begin to soften and change colour. (noun)

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Use "veraison" in a sentence
  • "We were interested in characterizing ripening initiation ( 'veraison') in grape berries at the protein level in order to better define the molecular control of this important process for grape growers and wine makers."
  • "Two hailstorms took their toll on the vineyard, but in retrospect it saved us from having to do a lot of cluster thinning at veraison."
  • "Early light exposure on the fruit achieved from well-balanced vines, a vertically split trellis system, and aggressive cluster thinning at veraison all contribute to great food-friendly, "varietally correct" reds in the FL."
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