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Then at bud break we sprayed BluVite - a nutrient that supports microbiome health. We sent soil tests prior and will do so again at the end of the season. We picked on Oct 14, 2023 - a very late harvest, at 23* brix, and 3.6 pH. The 2025 harvest yielded almost 50 gallons (one full [new Oak], and one ½ barrel [neutral Oak]) and 4 gallons mixed with the CF from Block 2 in a variagated top stainless tank. This was much more than we anticipated! Instead of (no-no) tilling, we dig individual holes and dropped seeds in. Then we composted the entire area and fertilized each vine. There has been a good amount of rain and the crop is coming in beautifully. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56a6605405caa7cb65f17e46/289cbde2-a1f5-4dfb-88e1-076de875ab7c/Cover+Crop+Compost+Fall+25.jpg The Vineyards - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56a6605405caa7cb65f17e46/1594582573905-ALSXVCBJUHYQ8EADE8F6/Facing+East.jpg The Vineyards - Block 3 Cabernet Sauvignon - 7 rows 1103P Clone 47 Planted in 2019 and grafted in 2020 Pruned for Caning May 2021 Water Stress 2021 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56a6605405caa7cb65f17e46/1594994480933-763UP1TA7YUCVAWWAGT1/Peace+Sign+Night.jpg The Vineyards - Block 2 Cabernet Franc - 7 rows 1103P root stock Clone 11 Planted in 2019 and grafted in 2020 Pruned for caning May 2021 Water Stress 2021 September 2022 Mid-August birds got at a bunch of the Cab Franc, so we quickly netted the rest. We hoped to end up with ¼ ton. Then, we noticed that some vines in Block 2 did not “veraison.” Hmm - lo and behold, we have some white grape vines. The jury is out on what they are since when I made jam with them, and the jam turned red while heating. I’m not sure how many since quite a few of the vines in those few rows (nearest to the creek) didn’t fruit. of those that did, about 12 vines fruited white. Look at the image below. What do you think?? In 2023 we caned and put compost throughout the vineyards. Then at bud break we sprayed BluVite - a nutrient that supports microbiome health. We sent soil tests prior and will do so again at the end of the season. 2023: We found 34 vines that were wrongly grafter with Chardonnay grapes UGH! So, we harvested them and have 2 ½ gallons of white wine (another chemistry lesson). We’ll regraft them in ‘24 and lose another 2 years to them. Maddening! 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So, we have 50/50 planted in ‘19 and ‘20 and grafted in ‘20 and ‘21, respectively. 1103P rootstock Clone 26 Partially regrafted May 2021 Water Stress 2021 September 2022 About 40 of the 150 vines didn’t take the grafting, so there are many vines that are simply wild. Of those that took, we thought to make jam again, but the birds beat us to them. Oh well! This year we’ll label what needs to be grafted again next spring and expect to see more fruit on the vines that did well. Oh - and net earlier! In February 2023 we caned and put compost throughout the vineyards. Then at bud break we sprayed BluVite - a nutrient that supports microbiome health. We sent soil tests prior and will do so again at the end of the season. We grafted 10 vines that hadn’t made it earlier with Merlot Clone 26. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56a6605405caa7cb65f17e46/975ed29a-ea24-461a-920f-12d954ee6a60/Block4+Feb+23.JPG The Vineyards February ‘23: This block isn’t doing as well as we hoped. 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July 20, 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56a6605405caa7cb65f17e46/185626c6-fce7-4ee5-8bcc-d161bea312d2/dji_fly_20240704_113918_16_1720118369601_photo.JPG The Vineyards - Merlot 2024 We picked about 12 gallons and are using it to top the CS. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56a6605405caa7cb65f17e46/1596149575189-JBAJYG848SWJCMFHAZ5Q/DEC_1525.JPG The Vineyards https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56a6605405caa7cb65f17e46/1595281841011-LRM7XYO6WIPFJOEQQU2K/Jam.jpg The Vineyards - Merlot Jam INGREDIENTS: For every 4 lbs Merlot grapes (you will likely have much more, so prepare accordingly) use: 2 lbs sugar and: 3 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice INSTRUCTIONS: ~Prepare canning supplies (place a plate in the freezer; sterilize jars and lids; have your canning utensils at the ready). ~Place grapes, sugar and lemon juice in a large pot. ~Heat on medium low, stirring frequently. ~As the mixture heats up, break up grapes with a potato masher. ~Once sugar is completely dissolved, remove from heat (about 20 minutes). ~Use an immersion blender to macerate the solids. ~Put back on heat and cook at a low rolling boil for about 25 minutes. ~Use a hand-held sieve and remove the seeds that will have floated to the top during this time (a tedious process - the ONLY downside to using wine grapes for jam - unless you pine for wine from them). ~Test the jam after about 20 minutes for consistency by spooning a bit onto the frozen plate. 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