2008 was a record-breaking year in Colchagua Valley. Although budding was initially delayed due to a long, cold winter, the summer months sustained unusually high temperatures that concentrated the fruit on the vine. Dry, drought-like conditions required irrigation to begin earlier than normal which encouraged small, thick-skinned grapes with intense flavors and a deep rich color. At night, the cool ocean breeze enhanced the acidity and sugars of the fruit and imparted a natural balance to the wine. The confluence of these extreme conditions resulted in some of the best wine to date.