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Spring Blooms & Bud Break: A Season of Renewal (and Lessons from Austria)
At South Dominion Vineyard in Cambridge, NY, spring signals the start of a new growing season—what winemakers call bud break. It’s a season of renewal, as dormant vines awaken and the first signs of life emerge after months of winter, setting the stage for the year’s harvest.

Dana Cooper
Apr 213 min read


Understanding Terroir: How South Dominion Vineyard’s Land Shapes Every Wine
Great wine starts beneath your feet.
At South Dominion Vineyard, ancient shale soils, glacial geology, and Cambridge's cool climate work together to shape every bottle we produce.
Terroir isn't just a winemaking term — it's the land, the history, and the craft in every sip.
Come walk the vineyard and taste the difference the land makes.

Dana Cooper
Mar 294 min read


Red vs White Wine Grapes: The Harvest Process That Shapes Every Sip
From Vine to Glass: What Happens After Harvest
Red or white — the difference starts at the crush.
White grapes are pressed fast to stay fresh and crisp. Red grapes ferment on their skins for days, building color, tannin, and depth.
At South Dominion Vineyard, every decision — timing, temperature, yeast — is intentional.
Because great wine isn't accidental. It's crafted, right here in Cambridge, NY.

Dana Cooper
Mar 84 min read
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