While another year of drought conditions produced small clusters and berries—thereby lowering yields somewhat—the quality of the vintage was exceptional, resulting in beautifully concentrated mountain wines, with pure, polished flavors and lovely underlying complexity. Overall, the growing season was relatively temperate and completely free of drama. After modest rains in January and February, there was no notable precipitation for the rest of the season and no major heat spikes. As a result, the flower, bloom, and set were all excellent, and the grapes were able to ripen slowly and evenly, developing wonderful depth and character.