Corgipoo Puppies – They Will Melt Your Heart
We have puppies! And, not just any puppies. We have Corgipoo puppies! Talk about adorable and they are 6 weeks old! For more information be…
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Planting Albarino – the Last Acre
We have finally finished our 2017 vineyard expansion with the last acre of Albarino vines. Because these were live plants rather than the bench grafts, we decided to row water them in – boy did that bring back memories!
Hail Damage in the Vineyard
Have you ever been in a situation that seemed to last for hours because it is so miserable? Last week’s hailstorm did last a bit over an hour but seemed to stretch on and on! With major damage to the vines and greenhouse, we are optimistic that all is not lost!
Planting Grapevines 2017 – Albarino and Roussanne
Planting grapevines is always such an exciting time of year because it means we are growing! Adding 5 acres this year, brings the vineyard right up to the driveway of our house and I am soooo excited!
Almost Finished Pruning – 30 Acres Done, 2 to Go!
We only have one more day of pruning! Happy dance time! As you can probably guess, we are excited not only to be finished but also about bud break in the vineyard.
Hand Pruning the Vineyard 2017
We are booking through the vineyard hand pruning. an acre to two acres per day. We have even adjusted our lunch so that now we eat in the vineyard and get right back to work!
Precision Pruning Using the Pellenc TRP 2017
We have started precision pruning and boy, is it making a difference in the way the vineyard looks – I can’t wait to show it to you! It is exciting to be getting ready for a new growing season.
Pre-Pruning the Vineyard 2017
It seems that just as quickly as it started, it is over! Pre-pruning took about a week this year and all 32 acres are done. Oh what a difference it makes in the vineyard!
Decks the Jersey Bull is Almost 3 Months Old!
It is hard to believe that almost 3 months has passed since Decks was born. He is growing so fast and grazes for himself! Like weeds, cows seem to grow right before your eyes!
EIFS Window Trim for the Finishing Touch
EIFS window trim has certainly added the finishing touch to the exterior of our house! The brown trim accents the windows and I love the look of it with the red roof and yellow sides!