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THE BEST WINES OF 2018 ONE FOR THE AGES

“BEING so connected to the land and weather, farmers measure time in seasons not calendar years. Extreme weather patterns create challenges that often define the year. Memories of these weather events are etched in their minds and tales of resilience and ingenuity are born, reminding us that we are not in charge. The “normal” years when the weather is mild and the rainfall is as predicted are certainly less stressful. 2018 was one of those years when things just fell into place.

“Despite the season being one of the driest in many decades, it lacked any prolonged heat waves or significant rainfall events. The small amount of rain received came at just the right moments - providing relief from the warm and dry conditions, and

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