Grapes
The numbers fruit actually arrives at.
Typical ranges at harvest, not specifications. The same variety in a cool site and a warm one differs more than two varieties grown side by side, so use these to plan and buy on the numbers you measure.
| Variety | Colour | Brix | TA g/L | pH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabernet Sauvignon | Red | 23-26 | 6-8 | 3.4-3.7 |
| Merlot | Red | 23-25 | 5.5-7 | 3.4-3.7 |
| Pinot Noir | Red | 22-25 | 6-8 | 3.3-3.6 |
| Syrah | Red | 23-26 | 5.5-7 | 3.4-3.8 |
| Zinfandel | Red | 24-28 | 5.5-7 | 3.4-3.8 |
| Chardonnay | White | 21-24 | 6-8 | 3.2-3.5 |
| Sauvignon Blanc | White | 20-23 | 7-9 | 3-3.3 |
| Riesling | White | 19-24 | 7-10 | 2.9-3.3 |
| Pinot Gris | White | 21-24 | 5.5-7 | 3.2-3.5 |
| Muscat | White | 21-26 | 5-7 | 3.2-3.6 |