The winter was the coldest in the past eighty years, with scarce rainfall, while the onset of spring brought an abrupt rise in temperatures that triggered abundant, uniform, and well-synchronized budburst across varieties. Although soil water reserves from winter were limited, significant rainfall in September and October supported excellent and sustained vegetative growth, ensuring good fruit set and optimal berry size potential. In November and December, rainfall dropped to 44% below average, improving the vineyard’s hydric balance and favoring high-quality development. January—a key month for the synthesis of various quality components—was 27% drier than usual.

Harvest began under these conditions and remained so until mid-February, when consecutive rains restored normal rainfall levels. Picking started with Sauvignon Blanc on February 7 and concluded with Tannat on March 25. The finest results came from early-harvested varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, and especially Merlot, which achieved its highest quality in the past decade.