Reflections

We haven't put anything out here in a year - we got busy 'doing' and if you are reading the newsletters and are watching on Facebook, we have had a very busy year with the new building! However, as we were getting ready for our anniversary weekend, we took some time to revisit where we started and realized just what a journey this has been (and more to come). The very cool part of the journey has been the discovery (the land, the grapes, the wines, the guests, the partnerships - the entire experience). It is interesting how the questions in the tasting room have changed along the way - early day questions were more like "really? a winery here?" and "do grapes really grow here?". As the wine industry has grown in this area, the guests have become much more educated and the questions have evolved. Questions now are about the type of grapes, the wine style and the nuances of American oak versus French oak! More and more guests relay preferences based on grape varietals, sugar levels and even the type of glass they like to use. It is very exicting to see this growth and to have been a part of it. With so many more wineries and wine trails in the area, there are so many more options for guests to enjoy the wine experience and share the experience with friends and family that visit from other areas. We are grateful for the support we have had in our journey so far and look forward to growing with the industry and continuing to be part of the wine experience for our guests!