Drying Out After 2 Weeks of Wet Weather, Flavors Coming On Strong

The grapes are in pretty good shape in spite of almost 2 inches of rain and perfect Botrytis conditions during the first two weeks of the month; skin tannins are well developed, seeds are browning, and flavors are intensifying.  With a few days of sun this week, sugar levels have begun climbing again; and some blocks should be ready for harvest next week...if the birds and frost allow.

Clone 114: Brix 23.0, pH 3.1

Clone 115: Brix 22.5, pH 3.1

Wadenswil Clone: Brix 23.5, pH 3.2

Pommard Clone: Brix 23.5, pH 3.2