Real estate is a funny thing. In tight markets with low inventory, the whisper is, everything is for sale… for the right price. Here’s the thing, in bad markets, everything is for sale too… but for different reasons. As we move past the middle of 2024 it is a good time to look at vineyard, […]... Read more
We are looking at a bifurcated wine country real estate market in 2024. A stronger economy along with improving interest rates generally bodes well for real estate. In contrast, the wine industry is struggling.... Read more
Happy August! A cooler than average growing season after major winter rains has been a welcome pattern this summer. I hope you have been soaking it up. On the real estate front the market has several competing variables creating an interesting dynamic to say the least. It is time for the wine country real estate […]... Read more
Before You Take The Plunge In Buying A Vineyard - Ask yourself: why am I buying a vineyard? This may seem like an obvious question but the answer could lead you in numerous directions not yet considered. What’s the driver? Are you looking for lifestyle? Are you looking to create the next super premium Cabernet, Pinot Noir or Chardonnay? Are you going to be hands off or do you want to be out in field getting dirt under your nails? Let's take a quick look at some things you should consider.... Read more
Winter 2023 First things first, Happy 2023! Another year to enjoy this beautiful area we call home. With more than two decades of selling wine country real estate, I am still in awe of our backyard. The dynamic landscape is a constant reminder of the amazing diversity throughout Sonoma and Napa Counties, from the Pacific […]... Read more
The Dream Lives on in Napa / Sonoma and Further Afield – Real Estate Another exciting year is underway as we approach Spring. Let’s take a look at Napa and Sonoma Real Estate 2022. With pruning behind us, we anticipate bud break in the coming months. The cycle continues. Before going any further, I have […]... Read more
Light on the Horizon Dust Settles During the Sonoma and Napa Winter 2021 If there is one thing we have learned over the last several years, it is that wine country is resilient. Wildfires, economic uncertainty, politics and a worldwide pandemic have all conspired to shake our core, especially in 2020. But here we are, […]... Read more
Clearly, we are enduring an unprecedented challenge with Covid-19 health issues and associated economic impact. As a community I am sure we will ultimately arrive at a destination that resembles the wine country that we all know and love.... Read more
No doubt, the last few years have been good in wine country with increasing wine grape and real estate prices. While things are still good in wine country, there have been some changes in the market over the last six months.... Read more
This newsletter highlights values over the last two decades and identifies interesting trends for premium vineyards and prime areas throughout Napa and Sonoma Counties.... Read more