date:Nov 13, 2012
9 days later than in 2011/12. Temperatures are however picking up and the fact that no rain has fallen in the flowering period thus far holds good promise for the season ahead. The vines are very healthy and good quality grapes are expected.
The early and mid-season varieties are in the flowering period in the Hex Valley River Region. Weather conditions have improved with higher temperatures being experienced in the last few weeks. Vines are healthy.