Planted in 2005, soils in the vineyard vary from sandy to sandy loam with patches of clay loam. 7 Pinot Noir clones on 3 different rootstocks are planted amongst 30 acres of the vineyard's rolling hillsides. A 2.5 acre east-facing hillside was reserved for 3 clones of Chardonnay (76,96,95), planted on low vigor 110R rootstock to showcase the exceptional character of cool climate Chardonnay. Over the years, we have grafted some of our Pinot Noir to heritage Chardonnay clones from Clos Pepe and Sanford vineyards and additional clone 96 Chardonnay. Another 2 acres of pinot noir was grafted to Syrah along with 2 acres of Gamay Noir and 1/3 acre of heritage Riesling from Lafond vineyard.
Although we are not a certified organic vineyard, vineyard practices are strictly organic. Our farming approach strives for balance, harmony and co-existence between the vines and plant, animal and insect populations. We use no pesticides or herbicides and only organic fertilizers. Weed control is done mechanically. Pest control is done through natural predators (hawks, badgers and coyotes) and trapping.
