Vintage conditions

The vineyards of South Australia had a favourable growing season. Winter rainfall was near the long-term average. Spring temperatures were slightly above average across most of our regions, while conditions in November were warm for most of South Australia. The warm conditions contributed to excellent flowering and fruit-set, resulting in healthy yields. December started very cool for most vineyards, while a cold front produced heavy rain in late January and early February. These anticipated La Nina conditions peaked in January with a return to more neutral conditions by early February. Rainfall in autumn was well below average, while temperatures continued to trend low for much of March and April. The mild conditions made for an excellent harvest, with grapes ripening gradually and picked in an orderly fashion.