The crew at Half Moon Vineyard at Mongarlowe have been picking with an added sense of anticipation since taking out the top gong for its 2010 Riesling at the Canberra Region Wine Show last year among other accolades. Managers Mal and Jenny Sharp are quietly confident of the grape quality again this year. A small team will pick each of the varieties including Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Riesling over several weeks. The last variety to pick will be the Shiraz as they wait for the sugar levels to come up, while watching keenly for signs of frost.
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In its first production year for Sauvignon Blanc, the boutique winery expects that just 500 bottles will be available. The 2011 Riesling is now available locally.
