Château Fonroque 2017

The 2016-2017 winter was very dry, with rainfall 30% below seasonal averages. The first half of the season was cold, but the winter ended with very mild temperatures. Budburst was early and the very beginning of spring maintained this mildness, which stimulated growth. On the nights of April 27 and 28, temperatures dropped to -6°C in certain areas, causing significant frost damage.
Following these nights, which were devastating for many wine estates in the region, heat and drought set in until the end of spring. This created water stress in the vineyard. Starting on June 25, significant rainfall marked a change in the weather pattern. The summer was dry and rather cool. Veraison was early and rapid. The welcome rainfall at the beginning of September allowed the skins to ripen completely.