We’re Sorry We Left This Out

Wine is what makes that happen – it’s the connector. by Chad

I sometimes feel like we don’t talk about wine enough. On The Farm there’s always something fun or new to share – it’s Mother Nature, always in action – so it’s easier to write about. And we’re able to say things about The Farm in a way that doesn’t feel like bragging. But we love our wines – it’s what we drink at home.

Maybe I get nervous that if I write about wine, it will sound like everyone else. “Oh, this wine is so expressive and vibrant and fruit forward”… But our wines aren’t like anyone else’s. And at the same time, there are lots of great wines people can choose from.

It started small. I remember my first wine purchase while working at Ste. Michelle – two Chardonnays, both around $10. Before that, my only wine experience was seeing Boons Farm stain the snow in Pullman. I really preferred bigger wines – I’d often refer to it as a “punch in the mouth.” Jeana fell in love with Pinot before I did. In 2013 she planned a 4th of July trip to the Anderson Valley to convince me Pinot Noir was worth appreciating. And the Anderson Valley didn’t disappoint.

We don’t get technical in the tasting room. We love to tell the story of the wine, but we certainly don’t want to tell you what you’re going to taste.

Maybe in the end, we’re not much different than the other amazing small wineries in our valley. Many of us work long days during harvest and continually look for ways to make these wines better for each of you. That’s what boutique wineries are about.

And then we get to share the styles we love with you. Chablis style Chardonnay, Provence style Rosé and Burgundy style Pinot Noir. But even saying these things sometimes makes it sound like hyperbole.

Lastly, let me speak about our Pinot Noir clones… literally something we’ve wanted to do since like 2015. Single clone bottlings. Yep, different plants in the vineyard – 777, 115 and Pommard – made separately, bottled separately for you to try. Our wine club members get them first, by shipment or pickup. We love sharing these wines with you.

Last Saturday – Halloween – I had the chance to work in the tasting room with Jeana. We loved it. Toward the end of the day, four wine club members (who’ve become friends) came inside. As they settled in, one of them said, “Chad, can you take us on an adventure?” And boy, did we. I popped into action grabbing glasses to set up a four wine tasting… and guess what – it was all Pinot Noir. The three clones and the blend. It was a blast, totally what we’d hoped for in making these wines this way.

Thanks for the big smile and the adventure ask, Jake.

To be honest… maybe it’s all because one of our favorite parts is spending time with you. Hosting. Finding ways to make your visit special. Wine is what makes that happen – it’s the connector.

Ultimately, we love how much you all have enjoyed our wines. We truly hope they are something that make your meals and fellowship better.

Cheers,