Our 32nd Harvest is a Wrap! Adding the Yeast Bottling Cabernet All the grapes are in and fermentation is proceeding well! The Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot were picked at the end of October. These grapes have …
Harvest Is Happening! Harvest got started last Friday morning, bright and early! Pinot Noir grapes are picked and have been processed to become Blanc de Noir, Rose and Pinot Noir “Principal’s Choice”. Our Chardonnay was also picked over the weekend. Fermentation is in process. Our Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab …
Harvest 2025 Update Pinot Noir Chardonnay Cabernet Franc Harvest is just around the corner and our vineyard is staged to deliver the highest quality and …
Our Tasting Room is open Friday, Saturday & Sunday Noon until 6pm! We’ll be open on Labor Day, Monday, September 1st Bring a picnic and enjoy the vineyard and mountain views accompanied by our delicious tasting line-up. We have some exciting events in the Vineyard in September: Artist’s Reception Sunday Sept 7th, 1-4pm * Ed Penniman’s …
July Updates What’s old is new again! We’ve put the bar back in the Tasting Room. Come on by for a stand-up tasting, or enjoy a seated tasting overlooking the vineyard. Speaking of the vineyard, the vines sure are looking good! Warm days and cool evenings are providing ideal growing conditions, thus far. …
This Saturday, June 28th – Paint & Sip @ Sunset Join us for a special Paint & Sip at Sunset in the beautiful garden overlooking the vineyard – a rare chance to enjoy an outdoor paint & sip experience! 5:00–5:30 PM – Complimentary Wine Tasting 5:30–7:30 PM – Guided Painting Session with Artist Sarah Orre We’ll be painting “Sunset on the Lake” with step-by-step …
June Vineyard Update We are seeing a lot of growth in the vineyard! The grape bunches are developing very well. We are busy shoot thinning and tying to support the growing crop. Our organic spray program continues as we proactively keep fungus at bay. Join Dave in the Vineyard on June 21st! Tasting …
Vineyard & Rose Update Chardonnay Pinot Noir Red Rose Bud growth is progressing! Pinot is in the lead. Flowers are showing a …
There’s still time to sign up and join the fun! March 22nd from 1-4pm Join us in the vineyard for Part 1 of our “Tasting in the Vineyard” series, where you witness first-hand and learn about the delicate process of our Spring bud break. Our winemaker, Dave, will explain the importance of pruning and …
Wine & Chocolate Weekend – Feb 14th-17th Come by the Tasting Room this Valentine’s weekend for complimentary chocolates to accompany your tasting. Monday, February 17th – Tasting Room open for President’s Day Saturday, March 22nd from 1 – 4pm Join us in the vineyard for Part 1 of our “Tasting in the Vineyard” series, where you witness first-hand and …
Pruning Season Begins with Pinot Noir As winter settles in, the vineyard is alive with the quiet buzz of preparation for the upcoming growing season. Our vineyard manager has begun pruning our Pinot Noir vines. He trims the canes, setting the stage for another promising vintage. Each vine is pruned by hand …
Join us in the Historic Schoolhouse for our annual Wine and Crab Feed! Enjoy fresh, local crab and amazing wine! 2025 marks yet another year in which Burrell School hosts the popular Wine and Crab Feed. Come join us in the Historic Schoolhouse for a family-style meal and enjoy fresh, local crab, homemade clam chowder, …
Harvest Season is Upon Us! Fall is a magical time here at Santa Cruz AVA as we welcome the start of Pinot Noir harvesting. The cooler coastal climate has created ideal conditions for the development of our Pinot Noir, which is just about ready to be carefully harvested by our dedicated team. This year’s crop …
Greetings Wine Lovers, We hope everyone had a wonderful Fourth of July! Our celebration was truly memorable, with our owner, Dave, playing the bugle while his grandsons raised the flag in front of our historic schoolhouse. Surrounded by friends and family, it was a day filled with pride, joy, and patriotism. The weather …
Vineyard News Chardonnay Pinot Noir Cabernet Franc Our vines are in what is called Stage II, or the Lag Phase. There is a slight pause in berry growth while …
Spend some time among the vines and roses. Our tasting room deck overlooks the vineyard. We invite you to take a stroll through the beautiful rose garden and vineyard. Come up and enjoy a tasting flight of our estate wines. We also offer wine by the glass or purchase a bottle to enjoy at …