Buying land for a new vineyard or buying an existing vineyard involves some pre-closing investigation to make sure the buyer’s plans will not be blocked or slowed by any surprises. Once a parcel of land is identified in a region with a favorable climate, the careful buyer will go through a checklist of issues before […]
Annual Life Cycle of the Vineyard
After Harvest For many the annual life cycle of the vineyard begins in the fall, immediately after the previous year’s harvest. During this time, vines lose their leaves and begin to go dormant. The vineyard manager’s primary concerns are pruning the vines and ensuring that they are protected from cold temperatures. Depending on the severity […]