Category Archives: Paul’s Blog Posts

For those who wish to preserve the idea that the wine industry is gloriously romantic, you may just want to click to another part of our website. However, for those interested in finding out how we actually do things in the winery, the parts of the industry that make my blood boil, my foolish and well-founded concerns about the grapes, and what it really feels like to have all aspects of a wine come together perfectly under my watch (whether I’m responsible or not), this just might be a blog worth reading.

My aim is to educate and give you a sense of why I love this farming life so much. And with Maggie posting from time to time (her posts will be obvious because they’re upbeat and joyful), hopefully you too can experience a bit of the winery life at Madroña.

The Art of Pruning—Part 1

Posted on February 26, 2017 by

If you think back to the origins of agriculture, no doubt the domestication of animals was one of the most important changes our distant relatives could have made. Equally innovative is the concept of preparing soil and the planting of … Continue reading →

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New Ideas for a New Year

Posted on January 23, 2017 by

OK, so yes. I know that January 1st is “just another day” in the year, not really any different than March 22nd or October 24th (except maybe the weather). But still, we all tend to take this beginning of the … Continue reading →

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It’s a Wrap, that 2016 Year!

Posted on January 1, 2017 by

It seems that 2016 is one of those years for reflection and introspection. Most people I’ve talked to are ready for 2016 to leave and will welcome 2017 with open arms. With such uncertainty in the world right now, sometimes … Continue reading →

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Springtime in the Vineyards

Posted on May 17, 2016 by

Since starting our transition to naturally-farmed (organic) vineyards in 2011, we’ve fully embraced the fact that we were going to be spending more hours in the vineyards than ever before. Although we’ve never looked back on the decision as anything … Continue reading →

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El Tinto Stock-up

Posted on March 10, 2016 by

For those of you who happen to enjoy our El Tinto as your “go-to” wine for all occasions, you may want to consider visiting the winery this Sunday (Lost and Found) or at the Pre-Passport Parties. So here’s the deal. … Continue reading →

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The 2015 Wrap-up!

Posted on February 6, 2016 by

Now that we’re a month into the new year with the Presidential race in full swing, it seemed like I’ve had enough time to digest the 2015 business year at the winery. All in all, it was a good year … Continue reading →

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The First of It’s Kind

Posted on October 29, 2015 by

It wasn’t two years ago that the greater Madroña Family rallied to help us purchase a new Wakaushau pump when our little, old Jabsco pump blew up. Not in the budget for the year, you all chipped in (by buying … Continue reading →

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