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The weather in spring saw cool even flowering and fruit set with lower crop yields but this did have a positive effect on grape quality as the vine has less fruit to ripen intensifying flavours in the berries. The ripening period in Jan Feb and was mild to warm. The temperature for the ripening period stayed around an average 22-28c ideal conditions which allowed the grapes to ripen evenly with great natural acid, and intense colour. The whites have shown lifted varietal flavours with very nice intense natural acidity. The standout will be Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc which has seen tropical notes dominate the palate and nose. The SSB and classic blends this year will show excellent varietal characters with low alcohols. Looking like we are in for some fantastic wines from 2011 vintage!
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