by Steve Fredricks
Harvests are never easy. They are always stressful, and both growers and winemakers are always faced with unpredictable challenges. Fortunately, the 2021 harvest is almost in the rear-view mirror and the stresses and challenges of the past year have resulted in great quality, and inventories are more in balance—a pleasant shift from recent years.
As harvest ends, low supply dynamics are still dominating the markets overall, but the balance of that lower supply to demand is complex. With the unprecedented events over the last 18 months, there is not a general consensus market dynamic for all companies, varieties, and regions.
For our harvest newsletter, our brokers have recorded video updates. The full five-minute videos can be found below, or if you prefer, links to individual sections are as follows:
Bulk Update
- Marc Cuneo - Cabernet Sauvignon
- Steve Robertson - Zinfandel
- Steve Robertson - Pinot Noir
- William Goebel - 2021 Whites
Grape Update
As always, since the markets are dynamic with changing information and evolving buyers and sellers in the market, we advise calling the specific brokers to discuss your individual situation and a plan to succeed for your company.