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VINTAGE 2013 intensity, similar in many ways to 2007—though a touch lower sugars at picking. Sonoma County Good cluster counts and fruit set produced betterthan-average yields across all varieties. Bud break and bloom were early, and periods of warm temperatures, little rainfall and no fog led to an early start and compressed harvest. By mid-September, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon were all being picked, and both growers and winemakers noted exceptional fruit quality. Weather: A growing season without either heat spikes or cool stretches produced our earliest finish to harvest since 2001, and one of our shortest ever. Harvest proceeded under ideal conditions. Supply/demand: Yields were just below average due to a second consecutive year of drought, and we saw some increased pressure on grape prices. Weather: Light rain Sept. 21 and a trace a week later did not cause significant rot. Dry winds with high temperatures in the 90°s in early October reduced tonnage in both Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. Technology/techniques: We were much more rigorous on yield control this year because we wanted to make sure not to over-stress the vines after the dry winter. Pests/diseases: Strong winds prevented timely fungicide applications, resulting in powdery mildew challenges. Bunch stem necrosis reduced tonnage in some blocks. Logistics: Water was scarce, but we dry-farm most vintages and cropped accordingly. Supply/demand: Wineries reduced prices on tons exceeding contract amounts, yet nearly all fruit was sold. Zinfandel yields were close to or greater than 2012 levels. Varieties: The harvest seems strong across the board: both reds and whites. the crew harvesting this Napa vineyard. Challenges: Insufficient crush capacity and labor continue to be critical issues. Jason Haas Partner and general manager, Tablas Creek Vineyard DESIGN P LAN N I N G Rhonda J. Smith PM 11/29/07 2:00 Viticulture farm advisor, UCCE GovtLiaison_Dir08 MANAGEMENT TTB LABEL APPROVALS Low per-label costs Gov't. Liaison Negotiations or Footwork Reasonable Hourly Rates TRADEMARK SEARCHES WINERY PRODUCTION HOSPITALITY ESTATES As Low as $185 Your trade names or designs are searched at the U.S. Patent Office to help establish valuable ownership or avoid costly legal liability. Over 100 years' total staff experience handling every government liaison need for industry. STRATA A P www.STRATAap.com A R C H I T E C T U R E S T R A T E G I C D E S I G N ARCHITECTURE BRAND B R A N D D E V E L O P M E N T S T U D I O DEVELOPMENT www.strataap.com S O N O M A, C A L I F O R N I A See us at Unified booth #1809 7 0 7. 9 3 5. 7 9 4 4 Phone or write for details. 200 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 321 Arlington, Virginia 22203 Phone: (703) 524-8200 Fax: 525-8451 TOLL-FREE 1-800-642-6564 Major Credit Cards Accepted www.trademarkinfo.com Since 1957 Win es & Vin es ja n ua ry 20 14 117 P