The First Chapter of ADK Wine

In 2010, I planted my first 50 vines, fueled by my passion for wine. The journey began with the University of Minnesota’s innovative hybrid grapes, which were opening new regions to viticulture thanks to their cold hardiness and disease resistance. Over the next 14 years, the vineyard continually surprised me, thriving under both organic treatments and traditional methods.
As I honed my skills in vineyard management, I learned to reduce acidity via natural methods and enhance flavor development, resulting in wines that improved year after year. Of course, there were challenges along the way, but each obstacle taught me valuable lessons.
By 2023, with the development of the Crows Landing property, I felt ready to take the next step and launch a small artisanal winery, turning my passion into a cornerstone of life at Crows Landing. Launching in the summer of 2026!