Provence 2018 Vintage Report
For much of the season, 2018 looked destined for greatness in Provence, until the elements conspired against it in the final weeks.
Spring was steady if unremarkable, with the vines navigating the vulnerable flowering stage without major incident.
The growing season was solar and generous. Accumulating 2271 Growing Degree Days (GDD), the summer provided consistent warmth that drove steady sugar accumulation.
The finale was fraught with tension. A deluge of 176mm during the harvest period forced an expedited picking schedule to mitigate botrytis risks, rewarding those who sorted ruthlessly.
**Style:** Powerful but variable, with the best wines balancing the heat with careful selection.
About Provence
The undisputed global leader in Rosé. This sun-soaked Mediterranean region produces pale, dry, and aromatic pink wines that define the lifestyle of the French Riviera.
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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