Drought Good News For Wine

The drought might be bad news for most people, but for one industry it's actually good news.

Wineries around the country are hoping that the rains will hold off for a few more weeks.

Excess water in grapes dilutes the flavor, especially right before harvest.

For US wineries, harvest comes in September, and rains right before harvest would cause the most dilution.

Thanks to a warmer than usual spring, coupled with the extra hot and dry summer, most US wineries expect to have one of their best years.