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Harvest Reflections – October 2025
Winemaker Greg La Follette reflects on the 2025 harvest and the enduring spirit of the van der Kamp family on Sonoma Mountain — a story of heritage, transformation, and the deep connection between land and people
The Art of Carbonic Maceration: Our Playful Pinot Meunier
Let me tell you about something truly special. Greg La Follette, our co-founder and winemaking genius, has been doing some incredible things with Pinot Meunier for a long time. If you’ve never heard of this grape, don’t worry—you’re not alone. It’s usually hiding in the background of Champagne blends, but Greg has brought it front and center with a little magic called carbonic maceration. The result? A wine that’s pure fun in a bottle.