Even though weather conditions were difficult in 2011, in parts of Germany, the Ecovin wine producers were satisfied with the outcome.  Spring brought summer-like conditions, resulting in early vine budding.  May started with "under -freezing- point" temperatures, which froze many young shoots at various sites.

The irregular summer months were filled with lots of rain which gave the wine producers a hard time fighting fungal infections. Weather really made the wine producers work hard for their money!  BUT........... just in time for the main harvest weather conditions improved, allowing for good fruit.  The warm, high pressure weather at the end of August and lasting into October was perfect for quality grapes.

The 2011 organic harvest was greater than last year and slightly above average.  A particular characteristic of the 2011 vintage is the moderate acidity that distinguishes it from the previous vintage.

Marie Griffin, Wine Supervisor N/W Florida