Vintage reports for Australian Wineries

The vintage in 2006 will see even more wineries using non mainstream grape varieties. Every year the diversity of choices increases. Grapegrowers and winemakers are leaning more about alternative varieties, and making better wines from them. The vines themselves are maturing, giving higher quality grapes.

Every vintage is different, and the experience in each region is unique. Vintage is over in most regions. Winemakers now have a good idea of the potential of their 2006 vintages. Here are some reports from innovative wineries around Australia

• Anderson Winery in Rutherglen are pleased with their 2006 vintage Durif and Petit verdot.