2022 started with snow and ended with a bang. January’s clear skies set the stage for the driest start in years, but spring pulled a surprise with record rains in April and May. By June, we weren’t sure whether to grab an umbrella or a sunhat—flowering was delayed until the month’s final days, a rarity. Then came July, which flipped the switch to full-on summer with an unprecedented number of 90°F+ days. October capped things off with a record string of 80°F+ days.

At Compris, our organic vines thrived in the face of these ups and downs:

September 22-26: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir brought in with perfect acidity and complexity.

October 19: Syrah and Tempranillo harvested just in time, capturing ripe fruit flavors with refreshing vibrancy.

Despite a late start, the vintage delivered wines with a balance of acidity and richness, proof that a little patience (and a lot of canopy management) goes a long way.

The unpredictable weather arc mirrors The Door's “End of the Night” where tension and harmony result in something timeless.