2007 Vintage Report

The growing season followed a very dry winter and started with an early bud burst. A cool spring with some hail and frost in pockets within the region in October and November resulted in some poor fruit set which ultimately resulted in reduced yield in some parts of the region.

The soil type and water availability at specific sites dictated the fruit weights and ultimate yields. Some rain in January and February helped vines to present in good condition for harvest.

Harvest occurred perhaps earlier than 2006 in higher areas but generally harvest was around the same time frame as 2006.

Low yields were due mainly to low berry weights, in some cases 50g instead of 80g bunches were experienced. About 75% of average yield has been experienced due to the unusual growing conditions but particularly the one in one hundred year drought. Although almost all growers reported reduced crops, variations due to varieties and the actual yield have been seen throughout the region.

Fruit quality has been good with the smaller berries leading to some quite intense fruit flavours. 

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