Loire Valley 1978 Vintage Report
Defining the 1978 vintage in Loire Valley 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. However, the threat of frost loom large, with 4 distinct cold snaps keeping vineyard managers on high alert during budbreak.
It was a cool, classical season. Reaching only 1018 GDD, the summer never really spiked in temperature, favoring the development of fresh aromatics over sheer power.
The season concluded with a pristine harvest window. With negligible rain (11mm), pickers could wait for perfect phenolic maturity, harvesting each block at its absolute zenith.
**Style:** Elegant, transparent wines defined by finesse and vibrant acidity.
About Loire Valley
The "Garden of France" offers a diverse array of styles. From the flinty Sauvignon Blanc of Sancerre to the Cabernet Franc of Chinon and sweet Chenin Blanc, it is a region of elegance.
Climatic Blueprint
Growing Degree Days (GDD)
Total Rainfall
Sunshine Hours
Diurnal Shift
Frost Days
Average Temperature
Historical Context (10 Years)
Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.
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