What part of the Tokay grapevine should be pruned to ensure future growth?

Pruning the lateral shoots and old wood of the Tokay grapevine is essential for promoting healthy future growth. By focusing on these areas, you encourage the vine to redirect its energy towards producing new growth and fruitful canes. Lateral shoots, if left unpruned, can become overcrowded and diminish air circulation, leading to diseases and reduced fruit quality. Additionally, removing old wood is crucial because it typically bears less fruit over time, and pruning it allows for the establishment of younger, more productive wood that can yield better grapes in the coming seasons.

This practice not only maintains proper vine structure but also optimizes sunlight exposure and air flow throughout the canopy, which are vital for the health of the plant and quality of the harvest. The focus on these specific areas aligns with general viticultural practices aimed at promoting vigor and productivity in grapevines.