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1999 vintage report for Mount Benson (South Australia)

Derek Hooper, secretary of the Mount Benson Vignerons Association, said the region had experienced yet another year of dry seasonal conditions, finishing the vintage in a hurry. ‘Overall, yields were 10% down on estimate but quality was very good.’ Yields ranged from 2.5-6 tonnes depending on variety. Derek said Shiraz and Cabernet produced small open bunches with a very high skin to juice ratio, giving intense fruit flavours to the wine. ‘Colour is also very pronounced and Baumes of 13-14.8 were reported. Sauvignon Blanc, Verdelho, Chardonnay and Semillon were also picked at 13+ and show good fruit flavours.’