By laurie -
May 5, 2008 – 11:22 am
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 sat just above the mountain. Consequently, the typical warmer aloft temperatures that flow down the mountain were unavailable.
We are now all watching the vines to see what the secondary and terciary buds will produce. While the damage will affect production, thankfully it will not have an impact on quality. 2008 will be a low yielding year, but given new changes in the vineyard it should be an exceptional vintage!
By brianamarie -
April 30, 2008 – 11:38 am
The tender leaves pierce the dormant vines and announce to the world…spring is here!
The surest sign that a beautiful summer is right around the corner…bud break.
By laurie -
April 25, 2008 – 10:14 am
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 Goldring.
The wondeful day resulted in a generous donatinon to Clinica Verde. Thanks to all of our fantastic participants and the Clif Bar family for their contribution of energy treats.
We look forward to more Clark-Claudon Escapes!
By clarkclaudon -
January 1, 2008 – 12:50 am
Welcome to Clark Claudon’s blog where we plan to engage you in the unique experience that is Clark-Claudon. For us, producing wine is more than a life style; it is our life and a door to some wonderful possibilities. This blog is one way for us to invite you in to share the experience.
We hope you will be able to visit us and/or enjoy some of our events. Until then, this is a way for you to experience our world, share in a conversation or continue one that has already begun. So, check back regularily, add your comments and enjoy some beautiful photography.
By clarkclaudon -
December 18, 2007 – 11:30 pm
Briana ventured out to grab some different views of the winter vines before our first real storm arrived. Now the vines are taking their last taste of 2007 rains before the new year comes.
Enjoy the photography.
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 sat just above the mountain. Consequently, the typical warmer aloft temperatures that flow down the mountain were unavailable.
