After the disastrous year of 2021, this year’s conditions are almost perfect – despite the drought. Wümmet can start earlier than usual. Only one thing should not happen in the next few days.
Many hands are needed to harvest the grapes: a view of Lavaux’s vineyards from above.
François Montet picks berries, a Pinot Noir variety, and gently squeezes them with his fingers. “Look at the exceptional maturity – we have clear expectations that 2022 will be the best season. After last year, we deserved it,” says the President of the Vaud Winegrowers’ Association (FVV).