Luna Estate Pinot Noir

Early budburst left the vineyards vulnerable to spring frosts, and those concerns
proved justified. Multiple frost events through September and October culminated
in one that overwhelmed the frost fans, causing widespread crop loss. Not the start
anyone wanted.
Just as the vines recovered and began flowering in early-mid November, a cold
southerly system arrived with rain and wind, persisting through the crucial
flowering period. The entire region was affected—marking three consecutive years
of minimal crops for many growers. While challenging, smaller crops do promise
intensely flavoured wines.
Summer brought welcome El Niño conditions—hot and dry—a stark contrast to
three La Niña years. The small crop ripened beautifully under these conditions,
setting up for some exceptional wines.
Then came the grassfire when a harvester in the neighbouring hay paddock struck a
powerline. The blaze spread quickly to Eclipse Vineyard, but your community and
volunteer firefighters rallied brilliantly, containing it before major damage occurred.
A powerful reminder of what communities can achieve together.