Wind River Cellars

Wind River Cellars

Monday, October 20, 2008

 
Where to begin? Harvest Party could not have been much better. As you can see from the photos below, we had a lot of fun people. The highlight? Andrew proposing to Sarah in the vineyard. Second to that was the quality of our riesling grapes in a very challenging year. Once again we have Vineyard Manager, Gavin to thank for that. Also, several people said that I was getting soft because we offered a vegitarian lasagna for the non-meat eaters. Next year. . .Veal!

So far harvest is going well. The grapes that have come in so far show great potential, unless of course, the wine sucks, in which case the grapes are horrible. Another great thing about having Gavin as a Vineyard Manager. I always have someone to blame. Fortunately for both of us, all of our wines have been award winners since Gavin has been around.

In case you're wondering, no, Tempranillo has not been picked yet. The doctor said that if it's not ready by this coming weekend I'll have to have a C-section. I also expect to get Chardonnay and Pinot Gris in the next few days.

What are you doing the Sunday before Thanksgiving? That's the day when we open up every bottle we've ever produced. You're welcome to come. All you have to do is RSVP. I know that there is probably a lot of other wineries that are opening dozens and dozens of wines from 12 different vintages and letting people come in and taste them for free that day so I understand if you already have plans.

I don't mean to sound like someone that offers a vegitarian dish at a party, but the fall colors are here and should be around for another week or so. The weather is going to be sunny and clear so come up and enjoy the view. While you're here we have some wines for you to taste.

I am Joel and I approved this message, Husum!

 

Employee of the month runner up, Ryan, not happy about being "put on report" by Poison Rose.

   


Beulah & Newman enyoing a beautiful 75 degree harvest day.

 

Andrew proposed to Sarah during harvest 2008... she said "yes". Congratulations!

 


Kris & Regina taking a break from picking.

 

Another great turn out for harvest party 2008

 


Post picking - Sid, Taryn, Ryan entertain the workers in the cellar.

 

Regina "Keeping it Real".

 
Lazy pickers hiding out in the vineyard

 


Poison Rose basking in Merlot

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

 
I'm taking a quick break from crush to inform you of what's been happening. So far I've crushed Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Franc, all from Horse Heaven. You're probably all asking yourselves "Where in Hell is the !@#$%ing Tempranillo?" I don't know why but Tempranillo is taking the slow and steady approach to ripeness this year. I expect the Temp to be ready in the next seven days.

This Saturday is Harvest Party! Grab you friends and come on out. Looks like the weather will be decent for picking which means you'll be enjoying free food and adult beverage by mid afternoon. This event is free but please RSVP. If you RSVP and don't show up I will wish death upon you. Bring good vineyard shoes and dress in layers. I'm in a crazy mood to give away lots of prizes. I also will have nice discounts for participants.

Another upcoming fun event is our annual library tasting. On the Sunday before Thanksgiving we will be opening every bottle we've ever produced. This event has always been free as long as you RSVP but last year we had people RSVP and not show up. Thinking the event was filled up we had to turn others away. If you RSVPd last year and didn't show up I'm not letting you in the door because you're a selfish, inconsiderate !@#$%$.

You know how bad I want you to come to the Harvest Party, Husum!

Joel

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