Posted by Marco
We’ve been experiencing a relatively wet Spring this year. This follows an oddly schizophrenic winter in which we saw the warmest and driest January on record as well as sustained rain and cold weather in March.
Unusually heavy late-season rains over one of Windsor's old vine vineyards
The main concern for us this time of year however, is frost. Last year saw us have record frosts that resulted in crop loads being as much as 30% below normal. While the wet weather we’re currently experiencing has some drawbacks, mainly the increase in mildew pressure, it also insures that the temperatures remain moderate which keeps frost away.
Another, more obvious benefit, of course is the added water to our relatively dry state. This added moisture coupled with last year’s short crop makes me think we may have an abundant crop this year. Here’s hoping that the weather allows us to take full advantage of that and make some great wine. Only time will tell.
Cheers!
-Marco
Filed under: Company News, Wine News, Winemaking | Tagged: 2009 grape harvest, late spring rains, vineyard frost, vineyard management
