
These versatile fruits are always best picked at the peak of their flavor and texture, but knowing when to harvest grapes and getting the timing spot on is tricky as the window for harvesting can be small.
If you grow grapes at home you will see the color transition during the summer and may regularly taste-test the fruits to see how they are getting on. The good news is that color and flavor are two pre-eminent markers to check the ripeness of grapes, but the season can alter from year to year.