Mendoza 1977 Vintage Report
The 1977 vintage in Mendoza is the ultimate redemption story. After a chaotic start that threatened the crop, the season turned a corner to deliver a stunning finale.
Early challenges emerged with a disrupted flowering phase. 80mm of rain during the bloom caused significant *coulure* (shatter), naturally lowering yields and concentrating the energy into fewer bunches.
The growing season was solar and generous. Accumulating 1979 Growing Degree Days (GDD), the summer provided consistent warmth that drove steady sugar accumulation.
The season concluded with a pristine harvest window. With negligible rain (18mm), pickers could wait for perfect phenolic maturity, harvesting each block at its absolute zenith.
**Style:** Rich, opulent, and structured wines built for the long haul.
About Mendoza
High in the Andean foothills, Mendoza has made Malbec a global superstar. The altitude creates intense sunlight and cool nights, resulting in deep, violet-hued wines with plush tannins and floral aromas.
Climatic Blueprint
Growing Degree Days (GDD)
Total Rainfall
Sunshine Hours
Diurnal Shift
Frost Days
Average Temperature
Historical Context (9 Years)
Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.
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