Unveiling the Versatility of Verjus: More Than Just Unripe Grapes

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Date of Publication
April 3, 2024
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Overview

This fact sheet discusses how Texas vineyards can diversify their income and contribute to a more sustainable and innovative future through verjus.

Verjus is a tart, green juice produced from unripe grapes and offers an exciting potential for Texas vineyards and wineries. Its high acidity makes it a natural alternative to traditional acidifying agents used in winemaking. Verjus production can enhance the existing practice of cluster-thinning by turning the grapes that would be left on the ground into a viable, value-added product. This fact sheet discusses how Texas vineyards can diversify their income and contribute to a more sustainable and innovative future through verjus.

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