We are a part of the eco-system, not master of it
A dawn of a new adventure
As the ground rests, and the land is covered by a blanket of snow, the vines that we transplanted from Caleb’s old vineyard lie dormant and we await the spring when the new vines will be delivered. This year marks the 14 years since Caleb planted his first vines here in Jay, Upstate New York.
Too cold for vinifera (we are expecting temperatures of -31C on Friday) Caleb ventured to the New World of vines, planting a variety of hybrids in 2010 in his parents old garden (very supportive parents). Even when they sold their beautiful mountain home (which Caleb’s Dad built), the new owner, a wonderful guy named Jody, allowed Caleb to continue to grow his vines there. In 2018, Caleb built a home across the road and began to put his dream into action. In 2019, Caleb was joined by the Welsh Dragon (now known as his wife), Eleri Crowly (the crow has landed!).
Since 2019, we have been continuing to tend the vines in Jody’s garden, roping in friends to help harvest the grapes and to make sure the wine is up-to-scratch! In 2022, we thought it was time that Jody finally got to mow his lawn unobstructed and began to move the vineyard across the road. Here’s a photo of Caleb doing the hard work!
We began first, with moving the Whites. Eleri, who loves nothing better than to dig holes, shoveled into the beautiful earth below, making space for the roots as Caleb dug deep to get as much root as possible. We shall see if the vines made it through winter when the ice thaws and sap once more begins to flow.
Eleri, a herbalist and gardener by trade, has worked with the wild land of our home, to create Warrior Remedies, a company that specialises in helping you find your equalibrium. Caleb, with a passion for wine (and also some fabulous experience) taking very much after his father, designed and built the wonderful guest house in the photo above. The wilderness of our garden, the raw beauty, creates a stunning backdrop for a vineyard, and wellness retreat.
Join us on our new adventure, where we will bring you beauty, joy, and balance. Join us for workshops, retreats, and get away from the hustle and bustle.
Whilst Eleri stays home with the chickens and shovels the snow (not as bad as it sounds….look at that view!), Caleb is about to embark on an adventure with our good friend, Wayne, visiting friends in Barolo, Italy, to taste more wine!
Want to come and stay with us, check out our BNBs:
The first BNB which is open now is the cosy room in our gorgeous home: Jay Covered Bridge Retreat, Ausable Waterfront
Coming up in the spring we will have our new guest house open : The Covered Bridge Cottage – Ausable Riverfront
Once the weather warms up, the Glamping tent will be back to provide respite: The Jay Covered Bridge Glamping Tent
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