This morning the collection point, which is fed by the water from all the vineyard drains was flowing with the volume of a 20 mm pipe, whereas at the same period last year, I noted a flow equivalent to a 60 mm pipe. Last year, the flow went down to 20 mm around 25 July, which means that we are a full month’s useful water reserves short in 2011!
The frequency and volume of the rainfall in July and August will be decisive for what follows. Today the vines look well, everything appears to be normal, even if it is very early. We only observe slower growth and a slightly lighter green in the leaves than usual.
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I work in the Bordeaux trade baded in London.
Typically, those involved in selling wine will refer first to, at best the previous year's harvest.
Nevertheless, against the backdrop of climate change and a polarised market for Bordeaux - vs v Classed Growths and those chateaux comprising the bulk of production - it is particularly interesting to be able to follow the actual growing season.
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