Australia

Margaret River

2017
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Margaret River 2017 Vintage Report

Defining the 2017 vintage in Margaret River requires looking beyond the averages, as it was a year of contrasting fortunes and precise timing.

Spring was steady if unremarkable, with the vines navigating the vulnerable flowering stage without major incident.

Summer conditions were balanced, oscillating between warm spells and refreshing intervals that kept the ripening on a steady track.

Harvest proceeded under mixed skies, requiring agility to dodge the 43mm of rain that fell sporadically during the picking weeks.

**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)

1599

Total Rainfall

159 mm

Sunshine Hours

2324 hrs

Diurnal Shift

9.3 °C

Frost Days

0 days

Average Temperature

18 °C

Historical Context (10 Years)

Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.

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