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Our Vineyards |
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Our vineyard consists of 4 acres and is a combination of Minnesota cold hearty varietals Frontenac Gris and Marquette. We chose to plant these specific grapes in the Summer of 2008 for one very important reason. Unlike our good friends in the Finger Lakes, we do not have the luxury of having deep lakes and a prevailing southeast wind off of Lake Ontario to create an insulating microclimate. Cazenovia sits approximately 1,450 feet above sea level and the lake is very shallow (only 65 feet) in comparison to other nearby lakes. In other words, we planted grapes that are rated down to (-40F) below to insulate ourselves from the cold evenings and frost. Earlier in the year, after enjoying March temperatures in the 80’s, on Mothers’ Day 2010, we experienced temperatures in the low 20’s and our Minnesota grapes came through with flying colors!! |
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