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2013 vintage report for Hunter Valley (New South Wales)

The 2013 Hunter vintage commenced earlier than expected, with harvesting starting in mid-January.
Crops were down by about one-third on average as a result of a dry growing season, with only 90mm of rain from September to mid-January.
The reds were harvested throughout February with three rain events totalling 150mm. Conditions between rain events were clear, dry and windy, enabling ripening to progress and harvest to continue.
Liz Riley of Vitibit said Semillon and Shiraz will be the standout varieties from this year’s vintage.
“The majority of whites were harvested prior to the first vintage rain event and there are some fantastic Semillons emerging post-vintage,” she said.
“Despite the rain, colours and Baumès were both very good and there is a quiet confidence about Shiraz quality this year.”
There was an increased demand for both red and white fruit, particularly reds, due to the reduced red intake in 2012. Pricing shifted up a degree – a reflection of supply and demand.