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Biodynamic Winegrowing Short Course

Rutherford Grange
Rutherford, CA

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Biodynamic Winegrowing Short Course

Biodynamic farming is entering the mainstream of viticulture, with more than 70 wineries and vineyards
now certified or on the way. At this one-day conference, lunch and tasting, you will learn why so many
growers have chosen the Biodynamic approach to soil health and pest management.

You'll also get a practical, hype-free introduction to Biodynamic principles and practices for farming and winemaking, from experienced vintners who have put them to the test.

SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS
Biodynamic Farming Enters the Mainstream
Elizabeth Candelario- Demeter USA

An Overview and History of Biodynamic Farming
Thom Elkjer- Writer

Organization of a Biodynamic Wine Farm
Barbara Steele- Cowhorn Winery, and Jeff Dawson- Biodynamic consultant

Biodynamic Winegrowing System:
Glenn McGourty and Monica Cooper- UCCE
Dave Koball- Bonterra Vineyards
Dave Bos- Grgich Hills Estate
Matias Baker- Earth Alchemy Consulting
Matt Taylor- Biodynamic Consultant
Rudy Marchesi- Montinore Estate

Scientific Evidence for Alternative Farming Practices
Ginny Lambrix- Truett-Hurst Winery

The Path of Sustainability
Jim Fullmer- Demeter Association USA and Mike Benziger- Benziger Vineyards

The Biodynamic Bottom Line
Paul Dolan- Paul Dolan Wines

Meet the Winemakers. Moderated by Chris Sawyer
Ivo Jeramaz- Grgich Hills, Mark Beaman- Mendocino Wine Company, Rodrigo Soto- Benziger, Eric Sussman- Radio Coteau, Doug Tunnell- Brick House Vineyards, Tahmiene Momtazi- Maysara Winery

Biodynamic Wine Reception