As we go to print the 2019 Vintage is in full swing, and Hunter winemakers and vignerons are extremely positive about this year’s crop. After back-to-back stellar vintages in 2017 and 2018, winemakers all seem to agree that the current conditions point towards another top- quality harvest with high-quality fruit and good yields. For us consumers, the proof will be in the pudding when this year’s Vintage becomes available for tasting at Cellar Door. We’ll have to wait in anticipation for the results! Also in this issue, chief winemaker Adrian Sparks speaks with us about the recent renovations at Mount Pleasant, undertaken with a desire to honour the 138-year history of the vines, acknowledge the legacy of previous chief winemakers and create an environment where visitors can sit back and appreciate the beauty
and antiquity of the vineyard and the wine they are tasting. Enjoy!
