In the warm August days in SonomaCounty, something magical happens in the vineyard: veraison. This marks the point when grapes begin their transformation from green to vibrant hues, signaling the start of the ripening process.
Upon the vines in dawn’s embrace,
A misty waltz begins to trace.
Through rows of slumbering grape and leaf,
The fog arrives, a silver thief.
Winter has embraced Highland Vineyard in the Russian River Valley. The vines stand dormant, impervious to the cold and rain, conserving their energy for the renewal of spring. This quiet season is a time of reflection—a moment to look back at the last harvest, to celebrate successes, and learn from
As the warm hues of fall descend upon Sonoma County, the team at Vine Wrangler eagerly prepares to release a wine that tells the story of a vineyard, a growing season, and the vision of a real estate lawyer turned vineyard owner and winemaking enthusiast, whose passion now lies in
The holidays have always been a magical time for the Strombotne family. Nestled in the heart of Sebastopol, our vineyard takes on a serene beauty this time of year. The golden leaves have fallen, revealing the bare vines resting under the quiet winter sky. It’s in this stillness that we