Is the estimation (kharas) of grapes permissible?

Chapter on Zakat on Crops and Fruits

Al-Mughni

Book of Zakat

Book 8 · Issue 3 · Bab 4

Open in Qurani

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The estimation (kharas) of grapes is permissible because the fruit is gathered together in bunches on the vine, allowing for an estimation to be performed upon it. Furthermore, there is a pressing need for the owners to consume these grapes while they are still fresh (rutubah). This view is attributed to Malik.