Beaujolais Exploring Vinography Images: Capturing the Beauty of Gamay Skies Chris Lehoux, December 27, 2025 Old Gamay vines sway gently under dramatic skies in the Moulin-à-Vent region of Beaujolais. This area is renowned for its history of old vines, partly due to economic factors as the wines have traditionally not commanded high prices, making replanting less feasible for producers. The vineyard in question appears to… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: Understanding the Differences Between Four Key Styles Chris Lehoux, November 15, 2025 Gazing upon the mist-enveloped vines at Block Four of the Cucha Cucha vineyard in Chile’s Itata Valley, one is reminded of the Zen koan, “What is the difference between five?” The vineyard displays a vibrant mix of Pais, Carignane, and other grape varieties, their autumn hues creating a striking contrast… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Maximum Vineyard: A Visual Journey Through Vinography Images Chris Lehoux, September 27, 2025 The Rüdesheimer Roseneck vineyard, located in Germany’s Rheingau region, is an impressive display of efficient land use. Situated on steep hills descending towards the Rhine River, this vineyard boasts an exceptional southern exposure and is characterized primarily by its 95% Riesling planting. Alongside Riesling, smaller quantities of Spätburgunder, Weissburgunder, Sylvaner,… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Vinography Images: A Century on Stage – Capturing Moments Through the Lens Chris Lehoux, September 20, 2025 We often think about our existence in terms of fleeting moments, yet there are elements of nature, like vines, that outlive our brief performances on this stage of life. A terraced vineyard on Mount Etna in Sicily serves as a profound reminder of this concept. The landscape resembles a grand… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Stepping Stones Through Vinography Images: A Visual Journey Chris Lehoux, September 5, 2025 The Rheingau region offers a rare view of its unique landscape, akin to an X-ray revealing the underlying layers beneath the surface. Known for its remarkable red slate, this area boasts a striking contrast against the lush greenery of its terraced vineyards. One notable location is the Rüdesheimer Berg vineyard,… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Capturing Spring’s Essence: Vinography Images of Lush Greenery Chris Lehoux, March 15, 2025 The Shake Ridge Ranch in Amador County presents a stunning landscape with row upon row of head-trained vines flourishing on a lush spring growth blanket. This well-maintained vineyard, featuring a diverse selection of grape varieties from Zinfandel to Rhône grapes and Barbera, has captivated a new generation of innovative California… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Solitude Through Vinography: A Journey in Images Chris Lehoux, March 2, 2025 Old, gnarled Grenache vines recently pruned stand prominently against the verdant winter growth at Domaine de la Solitude, located in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape region of France. The unique character of each head-trained or gobelet vine becomes visible in their bare state, showcasing the intricately twisted arms formed by years of growth… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: Capturing the Beauty of Winter Shadows Chris Lehoux, February 1, 2025 Gnarled old vines create striking silhouettes against the afternoon light in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a region renowned for its high percentage of older vines still yielding quality wine. The winter rains have allowed fresh grasses to sprout, enhancing the visual allure. Vinography shares an image capturing this serene landscape, demonstrating the beauty… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Capturing the Essence of Winter: Vinography Images of Pristine Vines Chris Lehoux, December 6, 2024 Japan has a rich and established wine culture that dates back to the 19th century, notably with the cultivation of the Koshu grape. Traditionally, Koshu has been grown on large pergolas; however, many top producers are now exploring trellising methods. One such vineyard making strides in Koshu production is Grace… Continue Reading