Margaret River 1982 Vintage Report
The 1982 vintage in Margaret River 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. 29mm of rain during the bloom caused significant *coulure* (shatter), naturally lowering yields and concentrating the energy into fewer bunches.
Summer conditions were balanced, oscillating between warm spells and refreshing intervals that kept the ripening on a steady track.
The season concluded with a pristine harvest window. With negligible rain (4mm), pickers could wait for perfect phenolic maturity, harvesting each block at its absolute zenith.
**Style:** Classically proportioned wines with good balance and terroir expression.
About Margaret River
A premium region in Western Australia with a maritime climate similar to Bordeaux. It is celebrated for its sophisticated Cabernet Sauvignon and elegant Chardonnay.
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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