

Spring Time |
Marianne Talley Fun Run - 6/3/12 |
Springtime is a beautiful time of year in most places. Here in Arroyo Grande, springtime means that the hills are green, the wildflowers are blooming, and our vines are growing. Bud break occurred the first week of March in many of our vineyards and the longest shoots are now 4-5 inches long. As the days get longer, the soil warms and growth accelerates.
This rapid spring growth means two things. First, we have to protect the tender young shoots. Even in our exceedingly moderate climate, frost is a danger. On the coldest nights we run wind machines or sprinklers for protection. The danger typically passes in mid to late April. Rapid vine growth also means shoot thinning--the removal of excess shoots from the vine to allow the remaining shoots to grow more evenly.
Finally, spring time also means the release of our chardonnays. The 2010 Estate Chardonnay, the 25th anniversary bottling, has just been released. It’s perfect with local halibut or the salmon that are rumored to be running off the coast of California right now. On May 1, we release our three single vineyard bottlings from Oliver’s Vineyard, the Rincon Vineyard and Rosemary’s Vineyard. What can be better than springtime, chardonnay and fresh local seafood? - Brian Talley
Enjoy it with
Wild Salmon with Edamame Puree
Locals Appreciation Tuesdays
May-June - Artist Exhibit - Spence Caserio
June 2 - Talley Family Selections Club Pickup Party (club only event)
June 3 - Marianne Talley Fun Run
June 16 - Chardonnay Experience
June 24 - Pallet to Palate - Bounty in the Barn
June 25 - Pallet to Palate Gala Dinner
June 26 - San Ysidro Ranch Wine Dinner
June 29-July1 - The Chardonnay Symposium
August 11 - Picnic in the Vineyard (club only event)
For more information on these events, please see our EVENTS page.
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