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Rick Haibach
Nov 19, 202012 min read
Backyard Vineyard Update - Year 3
This year the vineyard really filled out. We got our first small harvest of both red and white wine grapes. I am beginning to learn the ch
Rick Haibach
Nov 14, 20185 min read
Protecting a Vineyard Against Winter Injury
Winter injury is a serious concern in areas where subzero temperatures are more common. Native and French-American Hybrid vines...
Rick Haibach
Sep 25, 20186 min read
Starting a Backyard Vineyard - Part 2
In the last month, the vineyard has really started to take shape. We installed temperature, humidity, and light intensity data loggers,...
Rick Haibach
Aug 29, 20185 min read
Starting a Backyard Vineyard
The five row vineyard will have around 65 vines once fully planted. This year I planted around half of the vines. Keep in mind that grap
Rick Haibach
Aug 26, 20184 min read
Target Sugar and Acid Levels for Popular Wine Grape Varieties
Deciding when to pick grapes for wine can be challenging. There are many factors involved, but luckily two of the most important are...
Rick Haibach
Aug 9, 20184 min read
When to Pick Grapes for Wine
One of the most critical decisions a winemaker or grower must make is when to pick the grapes. Unlike most fruits, grapes do not...
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