2019
The last months of 2018 were typically autumnal: with a regular accumulation of rainfall of around 100 mm and mild temperatures. The first frosts arrived in Nieva at the end of October and preceded a cold and dry winter, with barely 70 mm of rainfall.
These conditions resulted in the early arrival of spring. The first spouting of the vine were seen in mid-March, and the first sprouting in the third week of April, a notable month due to its rainfall. The flowering and setting of the berries was optimum. The summer months were especially dry with medium-high temperatures, thus obtaining an excellent health during the entire cycle.
The veraison of the grape began in mid-August. The end of the month saw an episode of heavy storms in the area. These storms accelerated maturity and resulted in a small increase in the size of the berries, bringing them closer to the time of optimum maturity.
Harvesting began on September 16, and was characterized by small episodes of rainfall during the first days that did not alter the good health of the grape. After that, the grapes were harvested in a warm and dry environment that lasted until October 2, the last day of the season.