Eric Hanlon - Workshop Speaker
" Growing And Managing Grapes for the Vineyard " Eric will tell us about establishing a vineyard in Minnesota, including site selection, preparation, vine selection, planting and training vines. He'll also talk about maintenance to produce high quality wines
Eric is the Vineyard Manager and Wine Maker of Whitewater wines, which was established in 2007 in rural Plainview. He has over 30 year experience with grapes and wine. Originally from Pennsylvania, Eric moved to Minnesota in 1995 and spent 10 years adjusting his viticultural and ecological practices to cold climate grapes before starting the winery. He continues to experiment with new varieties and techniques, sharing his knowledge with interns and hobbyists. |