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Marlborough 2020 Vintage Report
A vintage for purists, Marlborough 2020 offers sharp lines, savory complexity, and moderate alcohol. The season was driven by relentless sunshine (2301 hours), ensuring deep phenolic maturity without greenness, and the vine cycle was balanced by timely rains totaling 430mm, which refreshed the vines without causing dilution.
About Marlborough
Marlborough put New Zealand on the wine map with its explosive Sauvignon Blanc. Defined by pungent aromas of passionfruit, lime, and fresh cut grass, it is a globally recognized style.
Climatic Blueprint
Growing Degree Days (GDD)
1170
Total Rainfall
429.6 mm
Sunshine Hours
2301 hrs
Diurnal Shift
11.3 °C
Frost Days
0 days
Average Temperature
15.4 °C
Historical Context (10 Years)
Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.
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