Hang Time

/HANG time/
🍇Viticulture

Duration grapes remain on vine before harvest.

Full Definition

Hang time is the period between veraison and harvest when grapes hang on the vine ripening. Extended hang time allows greater phenolic development, sugar accumulation, and flavor concentration. However, excessive hang time risks overripeness, high alcohol, and loss of acidity. Optimal hang time varies by variety and style goals.

Related Terms

ripeningharvestveraison

See Also

phenolic ripenesssugar levels
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