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Barossa Valley 2020 Vintage Report
For Barossa Valley in 2020, an intense, solar growing season yielded wines of profound concentration. The season saw extreme heat, with 16 days over 35°C, demanding careful canopy management to prevent sunburn, and however, heavy late-season rains (121mm) complicated the harvest, requiring rapid picking and strict sorting.
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)
1858
Total Rainfall
285.1 mm
Sunshine Hours
2319 hrs
Diurnal Shift
11.9 °C
Frost Days
0 days
Average Temperature
18.7 °C
Historical Context (10 Years)
Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.
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