…what’s with the octopus?

We’re excited to let you know that we signed a contract for organically grown Syrah from Hawke’s Bay in Aotearoa New Zealand!! It’s one of our favorite regions and is very similar to the Central Coast in California. Think tons of sun, cool ocean breezes, and a diverse array of agriculture. These organic grapes come…

We went for another bushwalk to another beach less traveled. We found so much stuff, the next time we’re gonna bring a bag to carry it all in. This one is for Chris and Jeanelle!

Midwest native, Aotearoa NZ resident, stoat whisperer, and Responsible Hedonist’s mischief coordinator.

Frank and I usually go to less traveled beaches, but there’s always something to pick up – even at the most popular beaches. Palm Beach is frequented by locals and one of our favorites. We found scooped this up on behalf of Sara and Alex!!

We talk about gatekeepers and the challenges and barriers getting into the wine industry as a winery/supplier, but let’s get specific.

Frank kayaked 40 minutes out from the main beach at Onetangi to take in the scenery and get allllll this trash (or as they say here, rubbish). Out-of-the-way beaches always have tons of stuff washed up on their shores because they aren’t visited very often. So whenever we go, we try to grab as much…