Which days are considered best for harvesting grapes?

• A. Fruit days
• B. Root days
• C. Flower days
• D. Leaf days

Answer: (A)

Grapes are harvested on days when the plant’s energy is directed toward fruiting. In biodynamic and lunar calendars, fruit days are considered optimal for harvesting because the energy of the plant is focused on the fruit, helping sugars, aromas, and tannins develop in the harvested berries. Since grapes are a fruiting part of the vine, picking during fruit days aligns with the vine’s natural emphasis on fruit ripening.

Root days emphasize underground parts, leaf days focus on foliage growth, and flower days relate to blooms and early fruit set. Harvesting on those days is less aligned with the vine’s fruit-focused energy, so they’re not considered ideal for picking grapes.