Wow! What a day, yesterday (Sept. 2) was. For the entire day, Redtail Vineyard was host to a film crew shooting a video for Scotiabank. Our operation is being showcased by the bank as part of their Small Business program. The video will be used across the country in seminars for small businesses.
Now I know why I am not an actor. What an exhausting day. Luckily, we had fantastic weather all day and it was a fascinating experience. We can't wait to see the finished product. In the photo, you can see Pauline and Gilbert being interviewed by the film Director with the cameraman right behind him.
On May 9, at 10:30, we put the "Open" flag out by the road and voilà, we were in business. There was a constant stream of customers all day long. What an exhilarating experience. Pauline and I enjoyed showing the winery to people. Luckily, our dear friend Susan was there to help us keep our sanity as things got quite hectic at times, particularly during the thunderstorm. We did not even notice the power failure as our solar system continued to provide electricity to the winery. So, when you come to visit, if we are not at the winery, we are working in the vineyard. Honk your horn and we will join you right away.
Well, Spring is here, finally. On Feb. 21, Mags, Terry and Brad helped us bottle the 2007 Pinot Noir. They survived this first experience very well and seemed to enjoy themselves. Once we put the labels and capsules on the bottles, the wine will be ready for the opening of the winery on May 9, 2009.
