{"id":6772,"date":"2022-10-26T16:31:21","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T16:31:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/?p=6772"},"modified":"2025-06-03T14:29:47","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T14:29:47","slug":"when-to-bottle-wine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/when-to-bottle-wine\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Bottle Wine? Lunar Calendar 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottling wine is a crucial step that requires attention and care. In addition to technical factors, such as stabilisation and clarification, winemaking tradition places <\/span><b>great importance on the influence of the moon on this process<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Following the lunar calendar for bottling wine is an ancient practice, handed down from generation to generation, which aims to obtain a higher quality final product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of the <\/span><b>lunar calendar for wine bottling in 2025,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> providing detailed information on the phases of the moon, their effects on wine and specific advice for each type. Whether you are expert winemakers or home wine enthusiasts, this guide will help you choose the best time to bottle your wine and achieve excellent results.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6773\" src=\"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/vindemia-winery-OQ_o-SaEMiI-unsplash-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"when to bottle wine\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><b>When to bottle wine: the influence of the moon<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The idea that the<\/span><b> moon influences wine bottling <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is based on the belief that, just as the moon exerts its gravitational force on the tides, it also influences the liquids present in plants and, consequently, in wine . This belief is a fundamental <\/span><b>principle of biodynamic viticulture,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a holistic approach to winemaking that emphasizes working in harmony with natural rhythms . According to biodynamics, the sap of plants rises during the waxing moon phase and descends during the waning phase . This influence would also extend to wine, influencing its taste, aroma and preservation .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although there is no definitive scientific evidence to support this theory , many winemakers, especially those who follow the principles of biodynamics, believe that following the lunar calendar can help to obtain more balanced and harmonious wines <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Lunar calendar for wine bottling 2025<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a lunar calendar for bottling wine in 2025, based on the phases of the moon:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"height: 387px; width: 596px;\" border=\"2\" width=\"871\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><b>Month<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><b>New Moon<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><b>Waxing Moon<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><b>Full Moon<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><b>Waning Moon<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">January<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22nd<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6th Feb<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">February<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5th Mar<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22nd<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6th Apr<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5th May<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3rd Jun<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2nd Jul<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23rd<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31st<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">August<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22nd<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30th<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21st<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28th<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27th<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">November<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26th<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 88.8125px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 126.225px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 112.45px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 113.338px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18th<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 124.375px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26th<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6774\" src=\"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/vindemia-winery-wGk29doZtpQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"when to bottle wine\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The dates indicated are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the geographical location. It is always best to consult a specific lunar calendar for your location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Moon phases for wine bottling: which to choose?<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>New moon:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it is not recommended to bottle any type of wine during the new moon, as it is believed that energies are at a minimum and could negatively affect the quality of the product .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Waxing moon (first quarter):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is the ideal time to bottle sparkling wines and spumante . The waxing moon promotes activity and fermentation, contributing to the formation of fine and persistent bubbles .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Full moon:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is considered the best phase for bottling all types of wine, especially red, white and ros\u00e9 wines . The full moon is at its maximum power and is believed to positively influence the stability and preservation of wine .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Waning moon (last quarter):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this can be a suitable time to bottle some aged wines, especially those that benefit from further stabilisation and slow maturation . The waning moon promotes the stabilisation of the wine and its maturation over time .\u00a0 <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lunar nodes:<\/b> it is important to note that certain days, known as &#8220;lunar nodes&#8221;, are considered unfavourable for any winemaking activity, including bottling . These are the days when the Moon&#8217;s path intersects the Earth&#8217;s orbit around the Sun and it is believed that these periods can disturb the energy and balance of the wine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>When to bottle wine: tips for each type<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Bottling red wine for ageing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For red wines intended for ageing, such as Barolo, Barbaresco or Brunello di Montalcino, the waning moon can be a good choice for bottling. This is because the waning moon promotes the stabilisation of the wine and a slow and gradual maturation, ideal for wines that need time to develop their characteristics to the fullest.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Bottling young red wines<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For young red wines, such as Beaujolais Nouveau or some sparkling red wines, the full moon is the most suitable phase. The full moon promotes the preservation of fruity aromas and the freshness of the wine, typical characteristics of young wines that are consumed within a short time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Bottling aromatic white wine<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For aromatic white wines, such as Gew\u00fcrztraminer or Sauvignon Blanc, it is advisable to bottle during the waxing moon. This is because the waxing moon, associated with the air element, is believed to be able to enhance the floral and fruity notes of these wines .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Bottling other white wines<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For other white wines, the full moon remains the ideal phase for bottling .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>When to bottle sparkling wine<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, the waxing moon is the ideal phase for bottling sparkling wines and spumante . This is because the waxing moon promotes fermentation and the formation of bubbles . An example of a sparkling wine that could benefit from bottling during the waxing moon is Lambrusco.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>When to bottle still wine<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For still wines, the full moon is the most suitable phase for bottling . However, if you want a more structured wine with a greater ageing capacity, you can also bottle during the waning moon .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>When to bottle wine in demijohns<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottling wine in demijohns follows the same rules as bottling wine . Therefore, for young wines, the full moon is the ideal phase, while for wines intended for ageing, the waning moon is preferable .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to following the lunar calendar, it is important to pay attention to hygiene when bottling in demijohns. Make sure the demijohns are perfectly clean and sterilised before using them. Also, store the demijohns in a cool, dark place with constant humidity, to avoid altering the wine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Wine bottling period 2025: additional considerations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the phases of the moon, it is important to consider other factors for bottling wine:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weather conditions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tradition recommends bottling on clear days, without wind and with mild temperatures . Ideally, the day should be sunny and calm, with moderate temperatures. Avoid bottling during rain, strong wind or extreme temperatures, as these factors can negatively affect the stability and aroma of the wine.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"height: 122px; width: 540px;\" border=\"2\" width=\"774\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 187.038px;\"><b>Condition<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 337.763px;\"><b>Ideal for bottling<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 187.038px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sun<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 337.763px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunny, clear day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 187.038px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 337.763px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calm, no strong wind<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 187.038px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 337.763px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild, avoid extreme temperatures<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Type of wine:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> each wine has its own characteristics and maturation times. It is important to know the wine you are bottling well in order to choose the best time .\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Storage:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after bottling, it is essential to store the wine in a cool, dark place with constant humidity, to preserve its quality over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Conclusions<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottling wine is an art that requires attention and knowledge. Following the lunar calendar can be a valuable aid in obtaining a higher quality final product, but it is important to remember that it is not the only determining factor. Choosing the best time to bottle wine depends on a combination of factors, including the phases of the moon, weather conditions, the type of wine and your personal preferences. While scientific evidence to support the lunar influence on wine bottling may be limited, the lunar calendar remains a valuable tradition for many winemakers who believe it contributes to the quality and character of their wines.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><strong>You may be interested in:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/how-to-store-wine-guidelines\/\">How to store wine<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/how-wine-is-made\/\">How wine is made<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/isobaric-filling-or-counter-pressure-bottle-filling-what-is-it-and-how-does-it-work\/\">Isobaric Filling<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bottling wine is a crucial step that requires attention and care. In addition to technical factors, such as stabilisation and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11768,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[444],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6772","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-oenology"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6772","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6772"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6772\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9980,"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6772\/revisions\/9980"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11768"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6772"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6772"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/il-tec.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6772"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}