Author Archives: laurie

Big Freeze affects Quantity but not Quality

The Napa Valley experienced a big freeze last week resulting in bud damage in many ares. For the first time in 30 years our Howell Mountain Eternity Vineyard experienced about 90% bud loss while our Family Estate Vineyard had a loss of 20%. Unusual conditions set the stage for this disaster. A freezing inversion layer [...]

Wildflowers & Wine Benefit Ride - What a beautiful day!

50 cyclists ventured off from the Clark Claudon Ranch to enjoy a 15 to 50 mile ride.  The wild flowers were beautiful & the weather was perfect! Following the ride the cyclists joined with an equal number of picnicers.  All enjoyed Clark-Claudon Wild Iris Sauvignon Blanc & Three Stones Cabernet paired with an awesome lunch prepared by chef Adam [...]