In this study, we present the conclusions of 5 years of work in our Abadía Retuerta vineyard.
We have observed a nearly 100% correlation between vine shoot growth and the thermal integral degrees of that day, during the period between budding and flowering.
From flowering onwards, the vineyard's metabolism changes; it begins to accumulate reserves, and its behavior depends on other factors. The degrees of integral fat required to grow 1 cm indicate the state of the vine.
With this system, you can assess the suitability of leaving plant cover, plan topping, or manage green pruning, obtaining higher-quality grapes at a lower cost.
Authors
*A. Anocíbar Beloqui, L.C. De la Calle, J.M. Méndez
Abadía Retuerta Winery. Sardón de Duero, Valladolid, Spain. angel.anocibar@abadia-retuerta.es
