Wine farmers with a passion for the land and its history ... come share the experience.
We have something a little unusual here at Aspen Dale. Shay, our winemaker/owner is a "night farmer." A number of years ago Shay developed an inability to tolerate the sun for any period of time and does her best at 65 degrees or less.
While sharing her story with our wine consultant - the one about her planting grapes herself under the glare of the lights of the farm pickup truck and tractor - he responded, "She's a night farmer." Indeed she is a night wine farmer.
Upon learning of his comments, Gilda, her assistant, remarked that, "the 65 degree requirement came as no surprise because you just have to be maintained like a bottle of fine wine."
When one speaks of wine, Shay has a rich heritage. Many of her antecedents were vintners. One of them, Thomas Parris, after coming to this country, died here in 1728. In his will, he is styled Thomas Parris, "vintner." A quick look at the Vintners Guild list reveals that there were many Parris and Howe men who were members of The Vintners Company of London. All wonderful fellows we're sure but look what happened today.
What would they think?
The ambiance of the tasting room speaks of days gone by - when life was simpler and each day revealed itself in a more thoughtful way.
Want a more casual atmosphere? Try our pub corner.
Relaxing and comfortable - spend the afternoon away from the maddening crowd.
Gilda
