Terra Vitae Vineyards

[Southern Lad]

A couple of references to expectations on 2022 harvest volumes:

Villa Maria Email 11/3/22 - Vintage 2022 has begun

"Whilst this years’ vintage will come with its own unique set of triumphs and challenges, it’s looking to be a plentiful one with incredible grapes that have balanced natural acidity and intense flavours".

Winepress March 2022 Edition - Article Vintage 2022 - High hopes for replenished cellars by Sophie Preece

"Crop loads are looking relatively abundant throughout the region, but repeated February rain events exacerbated the existing threat of powdery mildew and added botrytis to the mix. Cool weather during the downpours mitigated the impact to some degree, but winemakers and viticulturists –keen to replenish empty cellars – are scanning the skies and weather reports, with fingers crossed for classic Marlborough conditions of warm dry days and cold nights."

"Although the coming vintage is expected to be challenging, the experience of operating harvest during Covid times in both 2020 and 2021 has strengthened the industry in its resilience to respond quickly and adapt during difficult times, says (New Zealand Winegrowers chief executive Philip Gregan). “Over the past two years, wineries and growers have proven that they can manage the threat of Covid well, continue to operate effectively, and adapt processes to ensure they protect workers and other New Zealanders. Our industry’s most important priority continues to be keeping our people and our communities safe during this uncertain time. We are looking forward to another harvest of excellent quality, and believe an optimistic approach and helping one another will get us through.”