The harvest in Veneto came early this year. By the last week of August, rows on the warmer slopes near Conegliano were already being picked. Growers say the timing is about a week ahead, pushed by steady sun and a few summer rains that kept the vines moving.
In Valdobbiadene the picture is classic: baskets filling quickly, the sound of tractors, workers cutting through the rows. The grapes are healthy, compact, with sugar coming on but still a clear streak of acidity. That mix is what gives Prosecco its bite.
Local consortia expect a crop close to the recent average. Enough fruit to keep pace with export demand, which shows no sign of slowing in Europe or overseas. Bars continue to pour it daily, while the higher-end labels gain space on wine lists.
The hills themselves, recognised by UNESCO, remind us that this is more than farming. Steep terraces, small villages, bell towers on the ridge — every harvest is another layer on a tradition that goes back centuries.
If the weather holds through September, 2025 will not be marked by extremes but by balance: a year remembered for freshness, vitality and the steady character of Veneto’s vineyards.
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Alessandro Sicuro
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