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© Marco Bottigelli/Getty Image A toast to the harvest. Santenay wine region, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France Each year, late summer and early fall bring one of France's most anticipated traditions: the 'vendanges,' the grape-picking season. The timing varies from one wine region to another and depends on weather conditions, sun exposure, and the ripeness of the fruit. For many vineyards, harvest is still a hands-on effort, with teams carefully selecting bunches destined for some of the country's most celebrated wines. Worldwide Bing Backgrounds Spotlight Gallery