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| Greetings, |
We spend
the day together working in our vineyard. We work harder than ever and
couldn’t have found a better way to spend our time. We just didn’t
retire, we're starting a new gratifying chapter in our lives. Harold
& I started growing grapes in the Sierra Foothills in 1997. From that
experience we have become a bonded winery, selling our Estate bottled
Zinfandel, Chappell Vineyard Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon as
well as a Sturm-Gardner Cabernet Sauvignon. All these grapes are
grown in Mariposa County.
Many residents refer to Mariposa County as "above the fog, below the
snow, where time stands still". Although very lively in the 1850’s as
gold was discovered, many came to make their fortune including John &
Jessie Fremont. Our vineyard is located on the Fremont’s legendary
Las Mariposas Grant. Many of our residents are descendent from those
gold seekers and share keeping our historical values alive. When
Harold & I were searching for a name for our winery, we wanted a name
to express a connection to Mariposa’s rich past, a name that showed
stability and good fortune.
We choose Mount Bullion Vineyard for two reasons. "Old Bullion"
Jesse Fremont’s Fathers nickname as a US Senator for Missouri, was the
name that the Fremont’s choose for the highest ridge overlooking their
home in Bear Valley. Secondly, the cool air atop Mount Bullion
settles into our vineyard each evening, which cools the grapes and
prolongs maturity adding complex flavors unique to our vineyard.
Our 15
year old Zinfandels are suited perfectly for the climate and soil
condition of this valley along scenic Highway 49. These Zinfandel
vines are hardy, produce small amounts of fruit per acre and make an
absolutely wonderful wine. Harold & I are stewards of 6 acres of these
vines. We prune, we trellis and train, we watch their growth through
the seasons, we do all the picking, pressing, and bottling. We just
love it.
Please come for a tasting, picnic in our oak grove, play bocce ball,
horseshoes or relax and enjoy learning about our family made wine. We have our Estate bottled Zinfandel and the Chappell Vineyard Cabernet
Franc available for purchase. Our next release in the spring of 2005
will be our 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon, but we will have barrel tasting
available now for you to experience.
This summer we gladly welcome you to our vineyard most days by
appointment. Please call 209-377-8450. |
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Sincerely,
Kris Casto
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