THE GRAPES

The choice of grape varieties to plant proved to be easier than anticipated. We wanted to plant and concentrate our efforts on only two varieties, one for red wine and one for white wine. Gilbert’s preference for Burgundy red wines naturally favored Pinot Noir. Reading material written by Geoff Heinricks, the Pinot Noir guru of Prince Edward County, and later discussions with him convinced us that this was the right choice. As for a white wine, “anything but Chardonnay” made us chose Pinot Gris over all others.