maturing steps

The harvest occurs about 100 days after flowering, after the grape has gone through four successive maturing steps.

ripeness

Last step in the maturing process, when the grapes are ripe and ready to be picked.

ripening

Third step in the maturing process, when the grapes darken and become translucent.

fruition

Second step in the maturing process, when the grape berries are formed.

flowering

First step in the maturing process, when flowers appear.