Hello, October! September was a wonderfully busy month filled with the harvest, the start of a new school year, and welcoming visitors from as far away as New York, Chicago, and Arizona. Some guests enjoyed casual tastings on our sunny patio, while others were eager to dive deeper and learn about the wine-making process. Because we’re a small, family-run winery and do everything by hand, visitors have the unique opportunity to taste wine straight from the barrels. They even tried their hand at “punch downs,” which involves mixing the must—the combination of red grapes, juice, skins, and seeds—to draw out vibrant color and develop flavor during fermentation.

Meanwhile, the Rosé of Sangiovese and Sauvignon Blanc are currently finishing fermentation and are on track to be bottled in January. Our Cabernet Sauvignon is on its way to the press and will begin its journey into oak barrels tomorrow, where it will complete malolactic fermentation and age for approximately 22 months, developing the rich flavors and complexity we can’t wait to share with you.

From the Grove

October 2025 Newsletter

Manzanita Grove Vineyard