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2008 vintage report for Geelong (Victoria)

By Margaret Ward
Secretary
Geelong Winegrowers’ Association Inc.

Geelong experienced a successful vintage. Crop levels were generally up from last year with excellent quality. As has happened for the last few years, vintage began early, with some varieties finished by Easter. With the sudden onset of very hot weather, ripening occurred with a rush, presenting wineries with challenges of scheduling. Then things slowed right down, and in some vineyards varieties such as Shiraz were not harvested until May. Now we are enjoying a sunny and warm post-harvest, but would be happier if there was some rain!