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2013 vintage report for Blackwood Valley (Western Australia)

The 2013 harvest for white varieties got off to an early start in the first few weeks of February in the Blackwood Valley, following warm conditions in January.
Despite the reasonably quick ripening time, quality in the whites was outstanding, said Kirsten Skraha, president of the Blackwood Valley Wine Industry Association.
“Unseasonal wet weather during the growing season ensured healthy vine growth and bunch development,” she added.
Harvest of reds was delayed by a cool spell in late February, with all vineyards having completing harvest by early April.
Yields are down across the board by about 30% for a number of factors including seasonal influences in spring.
Skraha said sale prices and contracts had also seen a positive upward trend this year.