Precision Pruning Using the Pellenc TRP 2017
We have started precision pruning and boy, is it making a difference in the way the vineyard looks – I can’t wait to show it to you! It is exciting to be getting ready for a new growing season.
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Pre-Pruning the Vineyard 2017
It seems that just as quickly as it started, it is over! Pre-pruning took about a week this year and all 32 acres are done. Oh what a difference it makes in the vineyard!
Decks the Jersey Bull is Almost 3 Months Old!
It is hard to believe that almost 3 months has passed since Decks was born. He is growing so fast and grazes for himself! Like weeds, cows seem to grow right before your eyes!
EIFS Window Trim for the Finishing Touch
EIFS window trim has certainly added the finishing touch to the exterior of our house! The brown trim accents the windows and I love the look of it with the red roof and yellow sides!
Preparing for Vineyard Expansion
Working on the house is not the only thing happening during the warm weather. We are getting ready to expand the vineyard this spring by adding 5 more acres of grapes!
Glass Block Windows – The House is Dried In!
The glass block windows around the top of the cupola are now in and the house is officially dried in! That means that no rain can get in and progress is being made.
EIFS Topcoat
It is time to turn our multiple shades of grey house into a beeeeuuuuutiful yellow color – one shade of yellow all over the house! Yep, it’s time to apply the EIFS topcoat and I can’t wait to show you the difference!
Applying EIFS on ICF Blocks
Progress is being made on the house once again! No longer will we live in a multi-colored house. We are one step closer to finishing the outside stucco and having a beeeeuuutiful house!
Fresh Milk is Coming – Meet Our New Calf!
Beatrice finally calved and I would like to introduce you to Decks, our new calf! We have been anticipating his arrival for awhile and can’t wait to have fresh milk again – ice cream suppers, here we come!
Making Wine at Home
Making wine at home can be done with very little equipment. We use a crusher/destemmer and a bladder press. Both pieces of equipment were purchased from wineries that buy our grapes.