Harvest Has Ended

For most Pinot Gris vineyards, the harvest has finished, and the leaves will turn gold on their way to dormancy. Contrary to popular belief, most wines do not improve with age. Pinot Gris is one such varietal, usually having a life of five to seven years before the wine quality deteriorates. Pinot Gris can be imbibed very soon after the grapes are harvested and the wine is made. Usually, a 30-day period is recommended for the wine to be in the bottle before it is consumed to avoid "bottle shock".