An Update Before Harvest

Harvest 2015 is set to begin this week and it bears similarities to last year. Another early harvest following a warm growing season had us concerned that sugars would rise too quickly out pacing flavor development and potentially having wines being a little thin with high alcohol. However, the recent rains and the return of more moderate temps particularly at night have slowed ripening down and the flavors are coming along. The clusters are heavy this year and we paid close attention to crop estimates and working with our winery partners to insure the tons per acre stayed within quality parameters. Enough of the semi tech stuff, but it’s the kind of stuff we get excited about. Major props to Dustin, Carlos and the rest of the crew that did a fantastic job of staying ahead in a rapid growing season getting all the jobs done in a timely manner. There will be some fantastic wines this year and we are anxious to begin. Dan