by Bettina Schiel | Nov 1, 2024 | About Cabernet
Overall, 2024 was a very warm growing season that resulted in excellent ripeness and also, surprisingly, excellent acidity. Leading up to the growing season, we had lots of rain in January and February, which filled the soil profile nicely. What does this mean? In...
by Bettina Schiel | Jun 2, 2023 | Odds & Ends
Sonoma Valley: A Beautiful Destination Stretching 17 miles through rolling vineyards, lush forests, and stunning mountaintop vistas, Sonoma Valley will win you over with its breathtaking beauty, small-town charm, and warm hospitality. Just 45 miles north of San...
by Bettina Schiel | Jan 20, 2023 | Odds & Ends
Organic Farming: When Does the Cycle Begin? You could say that once the grape harvest ends, the organic farming cycle begins. Almost as soon as the last grapes are picked, the grape vines enter a period of extended dormancy. After working hard for months to ripen...
