Harvest 2025 is underway at a secret vineyard in the Oak Knoll District AVA, it was 75 at 7am. Paid via the Lightning Network to one of my favorite Boomers.

This year delivered a steady, balanced cycle of growth and an encouraging amount of rainy season, with ripening accelerating right after a lovely heat spike. The secret vineyard is dry farmed and biodynamic.

Cabernet Sauvignon, 250 lbs of clusters queued for hand de-stemming.

I expect my home vineyard to reach 23– 24 °Brix within the next week or so. It’s at the edge of Carneros which is a cooler microclimate and gets the bay breeze. Completely different growing conditions than Oak Knoll. It’s been five years in the making.

This is a labor of passion. Remember to keep your dreams close and work hard on them whatever that may be. Find something you love to do when bitcoin “rocket ships “. I will meet you there Beyond the Pines.

My 2024 vintage is bottled and will rest for six months in bottle before release.

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