Hello Wine Enthusiasts, What a busy fall season it has been! We are thrilled to share some exciting updates from the vineyard. So far we have harvested our blocks of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Just the Cabernet Franc grapes remain on the vine, enjoying the sun and developing fantastic flavors. …
Greetings, Wine Lovers! ~ We’re thrilled to share that harvest season is officially in full swing! Our Pinot Noir was the first to come in. Last week our amazing team, led by our vineyard manager Chido, along with his wife Pati and their dedicated crew, harvested all of our Pinot. It’s a significant milestone, and …
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 …
Longer Summer Hours ~ Tasting Room is open from 12-6pm on Friday, Saturday & Sunday We’ll be open on Monday, September 2nd, 12-6pm 2023 Blanc de Noir “Recess Rose” @ $25 Don’t miss out on this fabulously priced summer sipping wine! Case Specials @ $179 2020 “High School Sweethearts” Cab Franc/Merlot – Rich dak berry notes with a smooth …
Lazy Days of Summer As we enjoy the lazy days of summer, it’s anything but lazy at our vineyard. While we might be taking it easy, our vines are hard at work, and there’s plenty happening in the fields. **Vine Growth and Veraison** During these summer months, the vines are in a crucial …
Grateful for Harvest! After a wet (thankfully!) and cold start to the growing season, the 2023 harvest was successful and bountiful. Now we are busy putting the wines to age in barrels or tanks and letting the flavors develop. The vines will settle in for their winter rest. Come visit us on the mountain top to …
Harvest is Happening! So far we’ve picked Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The current sunshine and warm temperatures are helping to get the Merlot and the Cabernets ripe! Come and visit us in the next few weekends to see the winemaking process for yourselves! We are open from 12-5pm Friday thru Sunday! Harvest 3 pack only $79! 2021 Chardonnay “Field …
Harvest Update! With a week of warm weather ahead of us, we are hopeful to begin harvest for the 2023 season. Come and visit us in the next few weekends to see the winemaking process for yourselves! We are open from 12-5pm Friday thru Sunday! Harvest 3 pack only $79! 2021 Chardonnay “Field Trip” – This stainless steel chardonnay has crisp fruit flavors …
Harvest Update! With the cooler Spring we experienced this season, it calls for a later harvest date. The Pinot Noir is looking great along with the Chardonnay, and should be ready to be picked later this month. Come and check out the beautiful clusters for yourself! We are hoping for a warm early Fall to help ripen the …
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 …
Fall in the vineyard… Means the holidays are right around the corner! We have some great holiday wine specials for you this month that will make for great gifts, open during your Holiday dinners, or to put away in the cellar for that special occasion! Santa Cruz Mountains Vintner’s Festival Tickets Perfect for wine enthusiasts and newbies alike, Santa Cruz Mountains Vintners’ …
Harvest Report- With just over 22 tons of grapes picked, the 2021 harvest season is finally over! The fruit came in looking especially great this year with huge bunches and ripened to perfection. Come to the winery and see the grapes in their different fermentation stages, open to the public Saturdays and Sundays from 12-5pm. Back to …
Harvest Time! ~ The Pinot Noir is ripe and ready to be picked and the Chardonnay looks to be right behind. The vineyard couldn’t look any happier. Come up and see for yourself while tasting our Estate grown wines! We are open from 12-5 on Saturdays and Sundays with no reservation required. Our veranda overlooking the Santa Cruz …