The 2024 vintage was early and fast-paced. An early spring,
the warmest in memory, saw below-average rainfall,
leading to early flowering, veraison, and fantastic growing
conditions for the canopies. Summer brought no rainfall and
sustained warmth, with no extremes, ensuring most fruit
ripened without damage.
Harvest began in mid-January with Wilyabrup Chardonnay,
displaying great balance and flavour. Sauvignon Blanc
followed, with slightly lower yields but ripe fruit flavours.
The warm conditions led to an earlier-than-expected red
harvest. The Cabernet showed beautifully ripe fruit flavours,
firm tannins, and great concentration. While red yields were
slightly lower, vine health remained excellent. The Marri
blossom was phenomenal this year, keeping bird pressure to
almost zero.
Despite the early start and warm, consistent conditions, the
fruit quality is beyond expectations.