Reduced Production, Degraded Working Conditions, Need to Irrigate: in Burgundy, Early and Painful Harvests

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The first Burgundy grapes were cut as early as August 8th. In twenty-five years, the harvest grew by an average of twenty-five days. This year, drought and heat waves further accelerate the calendar and reduce the margin of manoeuvre of the winegrowers.