At Snowco, every great wine starts in the vineyard. The harvest season is a celebration of nature and craftsmanship, marking the moment when the vines yield their precious fruit. It’s the culmination of a year’s hard work, care, and patience—a pivotal step in crafting wines that reflect the soul of Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale.
Harvesting is a delicate balance of science and intuition. Our team monitors the vineyards daily, tasting the grapes and analyzing their sugar, acidity, and tannin levels. The decision to pick is guided by the goal of capturing the perfect ripeness—when the fruit is at its most flavorful and aromatic. At Snowco, this precise timing ensures that every grape meets the highest standards.
Snowco grapes are carefully handpicked in the cool early hours of the morning. This meticulous process minimizes damage and preserves the freshness of the fruit. Each cluster is inspected to ensure only the best make it into our wines. This hands-on approach is crucial to maintaining the quality and character of the grapes.
Barossa Valley’s warm days and cool nights create grapes with bold, concentrated flavors, while McLaren Vale’s coastal breezes lend elegance and balance. These unique terroirs shape the distinctive qualities of Snowco’s wines, and the harvest is when these attributes are captured at their peak.
The quality of the grapes sets the tone for the entire winemaking process. High-quality fruit means less intervention in the winery, allowing the natural flavors and aromas to shine. Lang, Snowco’s master of aroma and flavor, often says, “Great wine begins in the vineyard, and the harvest is the moment where everything comes together.”
The harvest is more than just the beginning of winemaking—it’s a celebration of the land, the people, and the dedication that goes into every bottle. Each grape harvested is a step toward creating wines that not only reflect their origins but also offer an unforgettable experience.
At Snowco, the harvest is where the journey begins. From the vines to your glass, every grape tells a story of passion, precision, and the pursuit of excellence.
