Barossa Valley 1996 Vintage Report
Ideally sequenced and largely stress-free, 1996 goes down as a textbook vintage for Barossa Valley.
The cycle began with a harmonious flowering period. Warm days (avg 18°C) allowed for an even fruit set, establishing the potential for a generous crop.
The growing season was solar and generous. Accumulating 1702 Growing Degree Days (GDD), the summer provided consistent warmth that drove steady sugar accumulation.
Harvest proceeded under mixed skies, requiring agility to dodge the 25mm of rain that fell sporadically during the picking weeks.
**Style:** Classically proportioned wines with good balance and terroir expression.
About Barossa Valley
Home to some of the world's oldest vines, Barossa is synonymous with big, bold Shiraz. These wines are known for their rich blackberry fruit, chocolate notes, and velvety texture.
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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