Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – November 9, 2022 We will be open Friday, Saturday & Sunday of Thanksgiving Weekend! Cut down your Christmas tree and meet your friends at the winery for some wine tasting, gorgeous views, and amazing holiday specials. Get that early Christmas shopping out of the way! Harvest 3 Pack Only $69! 2020 Teacher’s Pet Chardonnay – Here’s …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – October 5th, 2022 Fall in the vineyard is a special time of year. The vineyard pops with colorful grapevines, huge leaves and delightful tastings during the season. The grape harvest crush winds down as the leaf pageant begins its debut. Fall color in the Santa Cruz Mountains isn’t limited to just the trees. …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – September 15, 2022 Harvest Came and Almost Went… As a result of the heat wave increasing the sugar levels on all the grapes, we are done with our 2022 harvest outside of the Cabernet Franc. What an early and hot year to finish our growing season! We have seen some …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – September 3, 2022 Hello September and Hello Pinot! ~ Harvest has begun! We started the harvest one day earlier than last year on September 1st. We have picked 5 tons of Pinot Noir. The drought has cut down the tonnage leading to more concentrated flavors. Next up looks to be …
Harvest 2022 is right around the corner! Veraison describes the start of the ripening process when the grapes change colors and sweeten naturally. The red grape varieties are beginning to turn purple, a sign that sugar accumulation is rapidly accelerating. From the time veraison begins, harvest is roughly 6 or more weeks away. Come up and see …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – June 30th, 2022 Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ Come and join us for our 4th of July celebrations! Our tasting room and outdoor veranda will be open on Monday the 4th of July with the traditional flag raising ceremony at 2pm to honor the 132nd birthday of the beautiful Burrell Schoolhouse. Enjoy a tasteful line up of …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – June 5th, 2022 Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ Happy start of summer! After the bud break in the vineyard, next comes the bloom, also known as flowering, and fruit set. The flowers are replaced by the berries and the young grape berry grows and forms a “node”. It is at this …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – May 20th, 2022 Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ With summer right around the corner, we are excited to share some newly released wine vintages with you and the return of a couple fun events! 2021 Recess Rosé Our fifth vintage of Recess Rosé from our Estate Pinot Noir vineyard. A nose of rose …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – May 6th, 2022 Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ April showers have brought May flowers! Come to the winery and enjoy all the rose bushes in full bloom. What a perfect weekend to bring those wonderful Moms out there to the vineyard and enjoy a glass of wine …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – April 15th, 2022 Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ We are happy to see that everyone’s rain dances worked! The vineyard is really loving this precipitation along with all of California. We have some fun and unique events coming up and hope to see you there! The Tasting Room will be closed on …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – April 1st, 2022 Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ Happy spring to our family, friends, and wine enthusiasts! We have some amazing events and specials coming up this month for you to enjoy so check them out! Sunset Yoga and Wine Tasting is back! Practice yoga on the veranda overlooking the Santa …
Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – March 17, 2022 Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ Hello again and happy spring to our family, friends, and wine enthusiasts! We’re so grateful to our community, whether you are new to tastings or a lifelong wine club member. We toast to you, and invite you to join us in this season’s happenings. Join us …
Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ In March we have the College Basketball tournament and some great wine specials! Still waiting for bud break on the vines, but it should be just around the corner. ”March Madness Merlot” 3 Pack just $69! 2013 Magna Cum Laude Merlot– This Merlot reserve has spent 24 months in 100% new French oak with a deep rich color, …
Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ We hope your Valentine’s Day is full of love and wine this year! It is time to spoil that special someone, so check out our great specials you can find online or at the winery. Looking to be another beautiful weekend in the Santa Cruz Mountains, so pack that picnic and come see …
Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ Last chance to purchase your Wine & Crab Feed Tickets!!!! Don’t miss out on everyone’s favorite event of the year! This Saturday and Sunday from 1pm-4pm. Fresh local caught crab, homemade clam chowder, warm sourdough, caesar salad, crab themed cupcakes and a bottle of 2020 “Teachers Pet” Chardonnay… And add an extra bottle of the delicious …
Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~ We have some great wine specials to kick off the New Year with you! Valentine 3 Pack @ $69: 2020 “Teacher’s Pet” Chardonnay– This dry, medium bodied wine has moderate acidity. Its flavors range from apple and lemon to pineapple, with notes of vanilla. 2018 “Principal’s Choice” Pinot Noir– One look at this wine and you know it’s a true beauty: very …