We’re about 2 weeks behind this year due to the long, cool spring, but the vines and berries look great so far! Right now our energy is directed at tucking vines into catch wires to protect them from wind and spray damage, watering, and removing leaves to allow more sunlight into the fruit.
The mature vines are nearly finished establishing their canopy and will soon direct their energy into ripening fruit. The younger vines are trying to catch up.
The Kornze block, with 1st year Cab Sauv (in grow tubes), established Cab Sauv, Merlot, and Cab Franc
Below is a picture comparing 1st and 2nd year old vines. The 1st year vines were planted in March from dormant stock. The 2nd year old vines, planted spring 2009, were cut back to 2 buds this Februrary. Both blocks are healthy and thriving!
2nd year vines on left, 1st year vines on right
