Introduction to Frontrange Viticulture New date and time: Sunday, March 31, 1-4
Site location and preparation
Cold hardy variety selection
Trellis construction
Planting and early maintenance
Grapevine Pruning New date and time: Sunday, April 7, 1-4
Cordons, canes and how to decide
Managing vigor
Balanced pruning
Renewing neglected vines
Hands on Harvesting and Wine Making Sunday, Sept. 22, 1-4
Measuring sugar and pH to asses ripeness
Harvesting
Destemming and crushing to make a must
Balancing sugar and acidity, yeast selection
Discussion of equipment for aging, racking, and bottling
Classes are $50 per sesson and are held at
Stonebridge Farm 5169 Ute Hwy
Longmont CO 80503
Contact John Martin jmartin@greenspeedisp.net for more information or to register for classes.
I am also available for on site consultation if you are hesitant to tackle the pruning of a neglected vine.