Thursday, August 28, 2014

Even without picking still up before the sun. Yesterday and today have been "slow" days. Mainly getting the winery ready for more grapes to come in, racking tanks, and introducing D.A.P. (Introduces nitrogen) and T.A.(Introduces acid) and yeast to the first picked Pinot Noir. We've also been topping barrels and doing constant testing.

 Our next pick will be Saturday so Sunday should be back to normal with long hard days. They are keeping me moving here and I'm happy about it. Everyday is something new to learn and an experience waiting to happen.

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

It's year number two!  Second morning with little sleep. It's 2:30 in the morning and I'm prepping myself for another pick. Today is the rest of the Gruner Veltlinier........

Shhhhh!!! Not sure how many people knew she was growing that one.

So far we've had beautiful days and as promised I've been doing more lab work with the grapes. It really is amazing to see and be a part of the wonder and artistry that goes into the production of great wines.