Powdery Mildew
I do routine walks through the vineyards every few days. Not just because I enjoy walking amongst the vines, which …
Category Archives: Vineyard work
Spring Dandelions in the Vineyard
I like spring wild flowers. I even like dandelions. I like the yellow flowers of dandelions, and the little puffballs …
Replanting a Wine Vine
In the Tales of Two Properties series, new wine vines were planted. But some did not survive their first year. …
Grafting Vines
We acquired another property recently for wine production. Of course the property, like others we have acquired, already had its vines …
Downy Mildew Redux
Last year I wrote that downy mildew was relatively uncommon in our vineyard. However, it has been cool and raining …
That’s Not What I Ordered
In many countries there are consumer protection and warranty laws that regulate the consumer’s rights to return something they purchased. …
Vines N’ Roses
In some vineyards, you may see rose bushes at the end of the vine rows. The historical reason for this …
Signs Spring Is Coming
Bulbs are pushing out of the soil. Roses are showing new leaf growth. Buds are swelling on Lilac bushes. And …
Another Tramp Abroad 