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31548 Peterson Road
McFarland, California 93250

News & Events

See what our team has been up to and where you can find us next.

August 24

EVENT
Sun World Field Days
Aug. 24th – 25th, 2023

October 20

EVENT
Anderson Valley Wine Growers Harvest Tidrick Celebration
Oct. 20th – 22nd, 2023

December 06

EVENT
Alexander Valley Winegrowers Association Harvest Review & Holiday Celebration
Dec. 06, 2024

August 25, 2023

Wrapping up night harvest on Pinot for sparkling wine.

August 17, 2023

It’s toasty out there, but we found the perfect place to escape the August heat.

Plentiful shade and snacks in easy reach!

August 15, 2023

The new school year is upon us, and daily lunch packing begins.

Don’t forget the California grapes! Sweet treats that are healthy, too.

August 11, 2023

Rootstock Vineyard in Italy

Così belle!

August 3, 2023

Anderson Valley Winemaker Tasting, General Meeting & Social

Casa Cristal took part in the Anderson Valley Winemaker Tasting, General Meeting, and Social Event 2023.

August 1, 2023

Hello, August!

Table grape harvest is ongoing, and wine grape harvest is just around the corner. Busy times ahead, so we are taking a moment to count our blessings—first and foremost, our clients. It’s an honor to be your preferred provider. Thank you for choosing Casa Cristal.

July 28, 2023

Young and Beautiful!

These young Pinot vines in Carneros are thriving!

July 19, 2023

Alexander Valley Winegrowers Annual Barbecue

It’s always a pleasure to sponsor and attend the Alexander Valley Winegrowers Annual Barbecue. Hoot Owl Vineyards hosted this year, and wow. What a beautiful spot! Thanks for including us @alexandervalley. We had a great time!

July 18, 2023

Clarksburg Winegrowers Roundtable

We had a wonderful experience at the Clarksburg Winegrowers Roundtable event.

July 18, 2023

WINE-not throw a party?

Who’s ready for some California-grown table grapes? This year’s crop is spectacular.

July 14, 2023

Sun World Field Day

We are at the Sun World July Field Day today. Stop by to say hello and grab some Casa Cristal swag if you’re here!

June 29, 2023

Vines in the ground!

Watching our vines go into the ground is always a thrill. This planting of Chenin Blanc was no exception; the crew did such a great job. Next up, vine protector installation!

June 27, 2023

Dormant Chardonnay planting in Lodi this morning

What a beautiful day to start a new vineyard! Interested? Give us a call. We would love to help you grow.

June 15, 2023

It’s about that time again!

Getting ready for a new crop season, and it looks promising!

June 14, 2023

SNFL’s Open Days 2023

We enjoyed visiting growers at SNFL’s Open Days in Hermosillo Mexico. Thanks for including us!

May 25, 2023

This vineyard in Lodi went in last year and it’s looking good!

Thriving vines as far as the eyes can see!

May 20, 2023

Pinot Noir Festival at Anderson Valley

Fabulous weekend at the Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Fest. Thanks for having us @avwinegrowers!

May 17, 2023

Anderson Valley Wine Growers Pinot Noir Festival

Experience the magic of the Anderson Valley Wine Growers Pinot Noir Festival and Indulge in the finest selection of Pinot Noir wines while immersing yourself in a captivating atmosphere of elegance and sophistication. Join us for a truly unforgettable celebration of all things Pinot Noir.

May 16, 2023

The simplicity of Elle Pots: Just empty trays, no plastic pots.

The beauty of Elle Pots: Lower chance of root damage or transplant shock, happier vines.

The economy of Elle Pots: Reduced planting time and a healthier start for your vines.

May 5, 2023

Checking up on a new planting of table grapes in Mexico.

These little vines are thriving!

May 2, 2023

Bud break in the dormant nursery

Always a good sign!

April 20, 2023

Another load of vines getting prepped for shipment, looking happy in their Elle Pots—and why wouldn’t they be?

Elle Pots are root, air, and water permeable, and fully degradable. They go straight into the ground, lowering labor costs and reducing the risk of transplant shock. Savings for you, and a stronger start for your vines. That’s why all our vines are in Elle Pots.

March 29, 2023

WiVi Central Coast

We’re at the WiVi Central Coast Tradeshow in Paso Robles today. If you’re here, we’d love to see you! Stop by our booth to say hello and snag some swag.

March 24, 2023

Spring Summit in Mexico

Attending the Mexico Table Grape Spring Summit was a real treat. Thanks for inviting us!

March 16, 2023

These table grape vines in Mexico are looking great!

Not in California? Not a problem. Give us a call or visit our website:
www.casa cristal.com.

March 14, 2023

Rainy days, no problem!

It may be soggy and gray outside, but it’s warm and bright in here! Guess it’s called a greenhouse for a reason. 😉

March 10, 2023

Wrapping up another great week!

On Wednesday we attended the MarketPlace meeting held at Trione Winery in Alexander Valley. Gorgeous day, a beautiful venue, and an excellent meeting on how growers can promote themselves and their region —and why they should! We were pleased to participate and sponsor breakfast.

Thanks for having us!

March 8, 2023

Relationships thriving on the vine!

Our 30+ years of success are rooted in relationships and it all starts here. That first meetup is the initial conversation that leads to a partnership based on dedication and trust. We have many events lined up and we hope to see you there! For a look at where we will be, check out the News and Events page on our website! www.casacristal.com

February 27, 2023

Ready, set, prune!

We’ve participated in the annual Alexander Valley Winegrowers Association’s pruning contest for several years running, and it’s always a good time! Thanks for having us again. We look forward to next year!

February 21, 2023

Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association Pruning Contest

We had an amazing time at the Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association pruning contest last week. It was a pleasure to sponsor, attend, and participate in the event. Thanks for having us, @avwinegrowers!

February 18, 2023

Dollars and $ense Trade Show

We are all set up at the Dollars and $ense Trade Show in Sonoma. If you’re here, come on by and say hello!

February 14, 2023

The Scene in our Greenhouses right now

Row after row of potted tall vines. They’re all in Elle Pots because that’s how we roll. Want to know more? Visit the Innovation page at our website: www.casa cristal.com

January 30, 2023

FFA Pruning Contest 2023

We had the honor of sponsoring the FFA pruning contest again this year. Our grower relations rep, John Moso, served as a judge for the event, which was held at Kautz Farms in Lodi. Several FFA chapters participated, with 50 students representing cities from Redding to Avenal. The contest included a written test followed by a timed pruning of bilateral, Quad, and cane pruning, and an oral presentation for each pruning style.

It was wonderful seeing the future of viticulture in action!

January 26, 2023

Unified Wine and Grape Symposium

We are at Unified Wine and Grape Symposium in Sacramento. You can find us at the Trade Show; come say hello!

January 24, 2023

Taking orders

Preparing vines for shipment! We are still taking orders; if you’re looking for something particular or would like to discuss options, give us a call.

January 20, 2023

Harvesting a dormant nursery

Things have finally dried up enough to get back out in the source blocks and dormant nursery, so it’s full steam ahead here at Casa Cristal!

January 18, 2023

Blue Skies

Good to see the sun again after weeks of gray skies and storms, but all that rain is bringing the green back and creating some breathtaking views.

January 2, 2023

Cheers 2023!

Wishing you health, happiness, and success in the coming year!

December 24, 2022

Happy Holidays!

From all of us at Casa Cristal!

December 20, 2022

Foggy morning

in the increase blocks, and it’s feeling downright wintery. A quiet walk between the vines is the perfect start to a busy day.

December 6, 2022

Relationships are the foundation of our business.

It’s our goal to cultivate long-term, often generational partnerships, and we’ve been doing it for over 30 years. Want a side of exceptional service and a heaping serving of dedication to go with your vines? Give us a call. We’d love to help you grow.

December 1, 2022

WIN EXPO

We are at the WIN expo in Sonoma today! What a great day for a show. If you’re here, stop by and say hello.

November 29, 2022

We are currently taking orders for 2023!

If you’re one of our growers and planning to plant, give us a call. If you’re not—yet!—we’d still love to hear from you. A new year is right around the corner; give us a chance to help you grow!

November 24, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving

Wishing you good company and great wine!

November 16, 2022

Have you heard about Elle Pots?

They’re root, air, and water permeable, and fully degradable. Minimal root disruption means less transplant shock, which is part of why all our vines are in Elle Pots. Learn more about them and us at www.casa cristal.com.

November 3, 2022

Ah, November

A month to catch your breath, gather with friends and family, enjoy the fruits of your recent harvest—and place your orders for next year’s vines! That’s right, we are taking orders for 2023. Give us a call, we’d love to discuss your plans!

October 31, 2022

Happy Halloween!

Wishing you a spooky good celebration! 🎃🍷

October 29, 2022

Cabernet Vines Alive

Cabernet vines hardening off for cutting harvest this winter. We’re looking ahead to next season, are you? Give us a call we would love to discuss your plans.

October 27, 2022

Visiting Sonoma

We’re in Sonoma today visiting clients and enjoying the views! We hope to have some beautiful vistas ahead this weekend, paired with your favorite California wines.

October 26, 2022

Beautiful Start

The week is off to a beautiful start here at the nursery! Hope all is well with you.

October 24, 2022

Harvest Season!

Harvest season is wrapping up! Time to start thinking about next years plantings!

August 3, 2022

Harvest Season Incoming

Harvest season is incoming! Are you ready? Have you already started this year’s harvest/crush?

August 3, 2022

Beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon

Cloudy skies over a thriving vineyard of tall green growing Cabernet Sauvignon vines planted in Napa a few weeks ago. Beautiful.

August 3, 2022

Good To Be Green

Good morning from the dormant nursery where it is, in fact, easy to be green.