The True Meaning of Harvest
Nature flows with a graceful rhythm, guiding us through the seasons and the earth’s transformation. The grape harvest symbolizes a crucial bond between humanity and nature—a reminder of our place in the greater whole. It is a time for reflection, where the fruits of our labor represent not just ripened grapes, but our sense of unity with the natural world. Join me in uncovering the true essence of harvest and its rewards, both in the vineyard and within ourselves.
Summer’s Trials and Tribulations
In our vineyard, our primary concern is the weather. Too hot, and the vines will dry out; too cold, and they become dormant. The natural world presents challenges that the winemaker must navigate. Alongside the fickle climate, diseases and pests, like the American root-eating bug and frelon, pose significant threats. Join us as we prepare our vineyard for harvest season.
Life Cycle of a Vineyard
Like a phoenix, Vitis vinifera regrows after a 90% cutback of last season’s vine. Winter pruning shapes its growth for the next season, leading to flowering and fruit set in May. As summer unfolds, nature and human effort combine for the year’s harvest. Discover the skill behind this fascinating process.
The Art of a Wine Bottle
Students in Wine Studies and Wine Marketing collaborated on a semester-long project to create an artistic label for the Les Saules 2024 vintage.
ACM-IAU’s Les Saules vineyard is relatively young – only being planted in 2021 – and comprising of roughly 300 vines of Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault. The site of ACM’s School of Art Marchutz program, the property was originally named by the former school director and local artist, Leo Marchutz, and his wife Barbara, to acknowledge the regionally rare willow trees on the land.