South Africa

Stellenbosch

Name: Stellenbosch 2023 Vintage
Brand: Grapeyear
Rating: 89 (1 reviews)

2023

Vintage Qualityexceptional

89Grapeyear

exceptional Configuration

Stellenbosch 2023 Vintage Report

For Stellenbosch in 2023, an intense, solar growing season yielded wines of profound concentration. The season saw extreme heat, with 9 days over 35°C, demanding careful canopy management to prevent sunburn, and however, heavy late-season rains (115mm) complicated the harvest, requiring rapid picking and strict sorting.

About Stellenbosch

The historic heart of South African wine, Stellenbosch is a mountainous region with diverse soils. It excels in Bordeaux blends and Pinotage, offering a style that bridges the Old and New Worlds.

Climatic Blueprint

Growing Degree Days (GDD)

Heat accumulation for ripening (Base 10°C).

2236

Total Rainfall

Precipitation during the growing season.

381.4 mm

Sunshine Hours

Total hours of sunshine during season.

2344 hrs

Diurnal Shift

Avg difference between day & night temps.

12 °C

Frost Days

Days below freeezing during season.

0 days

Average Temperature

Mean temperature across the season.

20.5 °C

Historical Context (10 Years)

Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.

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