Piedmont 2003 Vintage Report
Defining the 2003 vintage in Piedmont requires looking beyond the averages, as it was a year of contrasting fortunes and precise timing.
The cycle began with a harmonious flowering period. Warm days (avg 25°C) allowed for an even fruit set, establishing the potential for a generous crop. However, the threat of frost loom large, with 3 distinct cold snaps keeping vineyard managers on high alert during budbreak.
Summer turned up the intensity. With 11 days soaring above 35°C, the vines faced a stress test. Yet, thanks to sufficient water reserves, the canopy remained green, protecting the clusters from sunburn.
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 Piedmont
Often called the "Burgundy of Italy," Piedmont is the realm of the Nebbiolo grape. Its foggy hills produce Barolo and Barbaresco—wines of immense tannic structure, floral aromas, and exceptional longevity.
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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