The 2006 grape harvest is supposed to be ripe for a good year in Virginia. With the abundance of dry weather this summer, growers were anticipating a sweeter, more robust flavored grape.

But now with Tropical Storm Ernesto aiming north and heading toward the mid-Atlantic states, some Southwest Virginia vintners are no longer so sure.

After gaining strength Thursday and looming off the Carolinas’ coast, the storm is expected to churn toward Richmond this evening with renewed vigor, bringing heavy downpours and the possibility of flash flooding across the state.

And a serious soaking may end up souring this year’s crops, many vintners worry. Already several vineyards have pushed back their harvest dates, even though many had planned to pluck their grapes earlier than usual this season…

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