Reestablishing First Vineyard

Established in 1799 by

John James Dufour

First Vineyard Terraces before Renovation

From the Vinedresser's Guide by John James Dufour he writes, "In the United States, I have proposed to set vines in rows across the side of the hill..."

First Vineyard Terraces after Renovation

In 2007 we cleared the terraces. In 2008 we planted 40 of the Cape Grape vines with which Dufour started the wine industry in the United States. We also planted Reisling and Norton vines. In 2009 we planted additional Norton vines as well as Vignoles vines.

Stone Fence Around the Vineyard

From the Vinedresser's Guide by John James Dufour he writes about the preparation of the soil in the vineyard, "...and if there are stones, the good ones for building if wanted, or to make fences or terraces if the ground is steep,..."

Old Winery Foundation In The Vineyard

From the Vinedresser's Guide by John James Dufour he writes about the preparation of the soil in the vineyard, "...and if there are stones, the good ones for building if wanted, or to make fences or terraces if the ground is steep,..."