Utilization of grapes

Grapes are small, juicy, sweet fruit that grows in woody vines throughout much of the world, virtually everywhere the climate will support any of the many varieties that exist.

Grapes are mainly used for wine and related fermented products (such as vinegar, wine) with table grapes and raisin a distant second and third, respectively in ranking. Grapes are also utilized to produce unfermented grape juice, jams and jellies.

Much of the world production of grapes ends up as wine, and it is made into a bewildering array of types and price points. Approximately 70 percent of the world’s grape production goes into wine.

Grape juice is derived from grapes that are expressed to extract their juice; separated from the pulp, seeds and skin; and pasteurized at 185 degrees. More expensive grapes may be grown specifically for grape juices and may not necessarily be concentrated or frozen.

Grapes are planted as vines or cuttings from older plants. The cuttings produce arms bearing fruit, the greatest yields coming after 3 years of growth. Properly pruned and cared for, vines produce fruit for many years.
Utilization of grapes