Our aim is to continue developing the vineyard in a biointensive method by building up the soil with organic matter with the use of cover crops and compost, hand cultivating under vine to eliminate the use of herbicides, and with strict canopy management that allows for adequate airflow to work against disease pressure, ruling out any use for harsh chemicals. We focus on incorporating natural materials into the site, such as cedar trellis posts instead of pressure treated posts, and compostable ties (used to tie down the vines in the spring or guide young vines on the trellis) in order to preserve the natural environment. By farming our land organically, our goal is to give voice to the land by allowing our site to expresses the terroir in a transparent, honest manner.
The vast majority of the work in the vineyard is done by hand instead of by tractor. We prefer that our soils breathe and encourage biological diversity in the most natural way, which is why we limit the use of tractors in the vineyard. Over time, tractors can greatly compact the soils and hinder the growth of organic matter.
One of our core ideas for the development of our land is to foster a site of great biodiversity. In the coming years, we will continue to plant more fruit trees and bushes (we currently have approximately 95 apple and pear trees planted), introduce farm animals that will aid in pest and weed control, and give the regional species of flora and fauna a space to flourish and attract beneficial wildlife.