Veraison in the vineyard always feels like a magical time; it is a key stage in the grapevine’s annual lifecycle.  It is a viticulture (grape-growing) term that describes the stage of grape development when the berry softens and begins to change color, which signifies the transition from grape growth to grape ripening.  Grape clusters begin […]

My staff and I always like to get together and come up with fun and unique wine gift pack ideas for you to send friends and family, or even a gift to yourself!  The summer is one of the best times to share our wines with others, whether it’s to celebrate college graduation with some […]

Lady and I have been spending a lot of time in the garden lately.  I have found that playing some reggae music while sipping on our Sauvignon Blanc is not only good for the soul, but for my corn and peppers.  Moments like these make me reminisce about some of my favorite pairings, which brings […]

I was enjoying my morning walk with Lady through the vineyards today and took a moment to appreciate the immense beauty of the flowering vines.  The growing season is upon us, and things are moving fast here at our estate vineyards in Dry Creek Valley.  It’s always exciting to see the vines flourishing again, bringing […]