As we enter the dog days of winter, things may appear quiet on the surface at the thousands of vineyards across the globe. While many people might think of vineyards as a busy, sun-soaked landscape in the warmer months, there’s a lot of care and maintenance that goes into them during winter that helps to ensure a successful growing season ahead.

Starting in November, vines go into a natural state of dormancy as they enter the winter months. The process of dormancy is necessary for the vines to rest and rejuvenate, conserving energy for the demands of spring and summer. Depending on the region and climate, vines might stay dormant for weeks or even months. During the winter months pruning, soil and trellis maintenance is performed.

Winter may be a time of rest, but it’s also a time of preparation. Vineyard managers are already planning for the next season, monitoring weather patterns, and making sure everything is set up for the burst of activity in spring.

As winter wraps the vines in a cloak of dormancy, vineyards across the world prepare for the quiet dance of maintenance and planning. The cold months are not just a period of rest but a crucial phase of rejuvenation and preparation. Through careful pruning, soil nourishment, and trellis maintenance, vineyard managers shepherd the vines towards a season of growth and abundance. While the landscape may appear tranquil, beneath the surface lies a symphony of preparations for the future. As we wait for the thaw of spring, the vineyards stand poised, ready to burst forth with life, nourished by the attentive care and foresight of those who tend to them in the stillness of winter.