Sunshine and wine :)

We are blessed in the Yakima Valley to have so much sunshine in the summer. It’s good for the soul, and also the grapes! This time of year, the sun rises around 5 am and sets at 9 pm, about the same as the classic growing regions of France and Germany. These long sunny days help the grapes develop with bright acidity and ripe fruit flavors. We manage the canopy so that every cluster gets dappled sunlight for optimal color and tannin. Good vineyard management at this time of year has a huge impact on the final wines.

I love that as a winegrower, I get to live the season with the vines. It’s a special thing to be able to be present in each step along the way. Cheers to lots of lovely long evenings with a glass of excellent wine on the deck! 🍷 ☀️