The Mayor walked through the vineyard today to do a little inspection. Looking closely at the vines, it is clear that within the last few days, bud break has occurred, at least in Sonoma County. While sufficient moisture is now on the ground(lots of green grass around the hills and vales) it is the heat that brings the buds up to the breaking point,
In no time, the new canes will make their appearance and 2014 season will get under way. Many growers will be watching the weather because of this early break. A cold snap with a hard freeze could wipe out an entire crop for the season. Those with frost control will be activating the alarm systems just in case.
Some wineries are doing some barrel tasting of the 2013 product. No reports have been made, but, we'll start hearing some reports soon.
What kind of a year will 2014 be? Time will tell.
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