Magnificent Merlot

2013 produced small berries and concentrated fruit.

Job Satisfaction

A smile-inducing effort when picking perfect clusters.

Carefully Clipping

Tightly packed clusters bursting with juice.

The Mother Lode

The 2013 Sangiovese was abundant, well ripened and bursting with complex flavors.

Concentration and Care

Harvest takes concentration. Don't cut your fingers.

The Grapes Taste Sweet

Quality control is a shared responsibility.

Everyone Helps With Picking

Children seem to pop out of the vineyard.

Treetop Supervision

Looking down at the vineyard to supervise the harvesting operation.

On Guard

Max keeps a careful watch for squirrels, crows and pilfering pickers.

Scanning The Rows

Making sure every ripe cluster is captured.

Off To The Weigh Station

The tractor and trailer makes it all easier.

Speed Racer

The vineyard manager is happy with the harvest.

Exercise Is Good For You

28-30 pounds per bucket...my arms hurt.

Ready To Crush

Eight pick bins of exceptional fruit...thanks to all!

Fermentation Completed

2013 Gemelli in tank, ready to rack to barrel.

Winemaker At Work

2013 is going to be a GOOD year. Bottle and release in 2016.