Cabin Fever

This winter has been our first living on the property where we are planting our vineyard and developing our tasting room. There has been plenty of work to do when the weather is good, but being winter, those days can be few and far between. The rainy days have given us an excuse to rest and we are ready to hit the ground running when the sun comes out, but mentally it can be exhausting. Sitting at the computer for days on end completing admin tasks and planning (for both the vineyard and winery and the vineyard management business) is necessary but my heart lies in the field. I do enjoy watching the rain pour and snow drift, but I feel the most complete after getting a little more done for the coming vineyard (even if sometimes its just an hour in the evening after work). As of writing this we have three acres of ground prepped and about 80% ready for our vines to be planted in March. The area will be split between Vermentino and Picpoul Blanc so keep an eye out for those to make an appearance in bottle in 2027! we know the energy we have expended in the field and mentally staring out the window on nasty days will pay off with more fantastic wines.

I’ve found the company of a bottle of Roussanne while staring into the fireplace on a rainy or snowy evening brings significant comfort and enjoyment (in moderation… have to leave some for you all to enjoy). If that sounds great or if a nice red is more your speed, hop over to our shop and order a bottle or maybe even a case! As always shipping is discounted as you order more bottles down to free shipping on a case or more!

-James

Chief Ditch Digger and Post Pounder of Pack String Wines