This workshop, run by Robin Snowdon (vineyard manager and winemaker for Limeburn Hill Biodynamic Vineyard), will cover the basics of biodynamic viticulture (growing the grapes) and biodynamic viniculture (making the wine).
It will include:
- the principles of biodynamic agriculture,
- an introduction to biodynamic vineyard management,
- the use of compost teas & plant-based sprays for vine health,
- an introduction to the biodynamic preparations with examples,
- a tour of the vineyard and exploration of the grape varieties, trellising systems, soil care and treatments,
- an introduction to biodynamic wine making,
- a tasting of our natural wines with an explanation of the winemaking processes,
- plenty of space for questions and discussion, as required,
- a vegetarian lunch is also included in the ticket price.
This course is ideal for:
- anyone interested in setting up an organic / biodynamic vineyard,
- anyone interested in making biodynamic wine,
- anyone selling or serving biodynamic wine - working in restaurants, bars, or in the wine trade,
- anyone interested in the principles of biodynamic agriculture.
There will be a maximum of 15 people on the workshop to enable space and time for everyone to ask questions. The price also includes lunch and a tasting of their natural wines.
If you would like more information then please feel free to contact Robin directly on robin@limeburnhillvineyard.co.uk
About the organiser
Robin Snowdon and Georgina Harvey planted, and have been running, Limeburn Hill Biodynamic Vineyard for 10 years. Robin teaches the Introduction to Biodynamic Viticulture course for the Biodynamic Association College UK as well as giving talks about biodynamics around the country. He works as a consultant for vineyards looking to follow biodynamic principles and was Chair of the Biodynamic Association certification board for several years.
Reviews from previous participants
"A huge thank you for a fantastic day on Sunday. Your knowledge and passion for biodynamics is truly inspiring – I gained a lot of useful information and came away feeling informed, energised and excited to put some of these elements into practice in starting my own vineyard."
"Thank you both very much for Sunday. I had a fantastic time, the course was incredibly interesting and really well balanced (and the food was fantastic!)"
"Thank you for a lovely day yesterday. I learnt heaps and it’s fortified my belief in the importance of biodynamic practices. The amount that you care for the land is truly inspiring."
"What you have created a Limeburn Hill feels very wholesome and special and this shines through in the workshop."
