Does “AVA” Matter?

The Lake Chelan AVA. How it distinguishes itself as a unique wine growing region in the World. by Chad Steiner We bought property and moved to the Lake Chelan Valley… Continue reading Does “AVA” Matter?

Winter on the Farm!

Learn a bit about winter on the farm and how we believe its a natural way to bring things back into balance. by Jeana and Chad Steiner While visiting Stehekin… Continue reading Winter on the Farm!

What’s Chad Reading Right Now?

What’s on Chad’s Book Reading List? by Chad Steiner In graduate school my first semester, my plant pathology professor (Dr. Tim Murray) quoted Sir Winston Churchill – “Those that fail… Continue reading What’s Chad Reading Right Now?

Toast to Togetherness: A Holiday Wine and Food Pairing Guide

Explore pairing possibilities with some of our favorite wines – along with some fun conversation starters! by Jeana Steiner As the holiday season approaches, the joy of sharing meals with… Continue reading Toast to Togetherness: A Holiday Wine and Food Pairing Guide

Digging into Lake Chelan Pinot Noir in Washington State.

Pinot Noir: a bit of history, how Jeana and Chad fell in love with it and why they think the Lake Chelan Valley is an amazing fit for this glorious… Continue reading Digging into Lake Chelan Pinot Noir in Washington State.

Why Are We Raising Sheep?

How Bringing Sheep to Chelan Valley Farms can Help Create a Regenerative Ecosystem. by Chad Steiner We all collectively have a tremendous opportunity to evolve our food system. As growers… Continue reading Why Are We Raising Sheep?

Chad Goes Full Time on the Farm!

Chad goes full time on the farm and celebrates in their Pinot Noir Vineyard in the Lake Chelan AVA.

“He’s Going Pro!” (aka Chad’s Going Full Time on the Farm), by Chad Steiner My earliest memory as a child was when I was about 4 years old. I was… Continue reading Chad Goes Full Time on the Farm!

Veraison: the time is ticking to harvest.

Veraison: the time is ticking to harvest. Embracing the early Harvest: A Spotlight on Pinot Noir. As the summer sun shines down on our vineyard near Lake Chelan, there’s an… Continue reading Veraison: the time is ticking to harvest.