2012 vintage report for Beechworth (Victoria)

Beechworth experienced one of its cooler vintages of recent years and one of its wettest summers on record. These conditions favoured elegant flavour development in Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc but Shiraz ripened slowly and most vineyards picked as late as they have ever done so. Some elegant, European-style Sangiovese and Nebbiolo wines are expected.

Source: Winemakers Federation of Australia, Regional Reports, July 2012