Jelly Time!

Of course, we've checked on our grapes now and then, throughout the summer... but as our August flew by and gone, the grapes seem to have grown and ripen all of a sudden. After a week or so of hot weather the first couple days of September brought cool autumn air to us. Sure enough! our grapes are ready to be picked. About a month earlier than last year and not having seen any frost, these grapes are actually pleasantly sweet. We won't have to put as much sugar to make jelly. Tonight Joe picked the ripen ones, approximately 5-6 lb., leaving enough for another pick.

Good night, Grapes! Sweet dreams in the fridge....

We'll see if Joe is ambitious enough this year to try some wine making....?