We have budbreak in the Chardonnay! The countdown to the 2009 vintage has begun.



Historically our Chardonnay production has varied dramatically from year to year due in part to the fact that the dense clay soil in which this vineyard is planted presents a serious challenge to the vines. However, its rich mineral content is a key factor in making our Chardonnay such a unique wine.

The vineyard suffered frost damage during the 2008 growing season, and we are expecting to bottle only about 35 cases of our 2008 Chard. David is on frost patrol now for the 2009 growing season – let's hope Mother Nature goes easier on us this year!