3 Horse Ranch Vineyards – Eagle, Idaho

3 Horse Ranch Vineyards – Eagle, Idaho

This vineyard practices hand pruning and individual training of each plant along with hand picked fruit at harvest to ensure that the grapes are developed to their greatest potential.  The utilize environmentally sustainable farming practices so they have organic wines that are not only delightful to taste but also are a great way to preserve the land for future generations.

In 2003, Gary and Martha Cunningham broke ground and planted the historic Vitis Vinifera rootstock.  Some of this rootstock traces its heritage to the 17th century Côtes du Rhône wine region in the southern Rhone Valley of France.

In order to produce great wine, there has to be a Winemaker that has not only the passion for the process but also the knowledge and touch that is the quality of a great winemaker.  Greg Koerig has all of these traits.  He spent three years in his father’s hometown of Lustenau, Austria and a year in Italy learning the skills necessary to become the winemaker he is today.  Not only does he produce great wine but he has a passion to preserve the land which makes it a perfect match for this vineyard and it’s owners.

The Tasting Room at the vineyard is open Wednesday to Sunday from 12 pm to 6 pm.  There is a $5 tasting fee but it is applied to any purchase.  They will also open by appointment for those special needs.

This winery produces award winning wines that will make perfect gifts, personal pleasure drinking and more.  Be sure to visit while you are in Idaho.

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