Almost There...
We've had a bit of breathing room these past couple of days. Sunday (Oct 1) was our last big push, and now our winemaking and vineyard team can take a bit of a breather (except for those scheduled for the 6am, 1pm and 11pm punch-downs - there's 40 small red fermenters that need attention three times a day). Our White Riesling and Muller Thurgau are still hanging on in the vineyard. Those last couple of blocks just aren't ready yet; we're waiting for full maturation and higher sugar levels before picking. Stay tuned for the final day of harvest to occur at the end of this week or early next week...
Mario Carbajal and Alison Sokol Blosser work hard at their 1pm punch-down duties.
Alison Sokol Blosser punching down our estate Pinot Noir.
Look at all those fermenters! The Cellar Crew has their hands full!