by Hillside Ranch Vineyard | May 22, 2026 | News, Wine club
A few months ago, we opened the tasting room doors for the first time. We weren’t sure what to expect — we’re a small family operation in Jamul, not exactly a destination on anyone’s radar yet. The response has been genuinely wonderful, and the...
by Hillside Ranch Vineyard | May 12, 2026 | Vineyard
Due to the unseasonably warm winter and spring we’ve had, our vines are progressing faster than normal. This week we finished suckering, a process of removing excess growth — suckers — that emerge from the base of the vine or along the trunk. Left unchecked,...
by Hillside Ranch Vineyard | May 7, 2026 | Events, Tasting room, Uncategorized
Celebrate Mom somewhere she’ll actually want to be. Join us Mother’s Day, Sunday May 10th, noon to 5pm, for a relaxed afternoon at the vineyard. We’re offering moms a free tasting or glass of wine, plus 10% off bottle purchases. We’ll also have...
by Hillside Ranch Vineyard | Apr 18, 2026 | Vineyard
We recently shared the news of bud break in our vineyard. Now, a few weeks later, the vines have moved to the next critical stage: flowering. If you’ve visited the tasting room recently, you may have noticed the vines are suddenly full and green. A closer look...
by Hillside Ranch Vineyard | Apr 1, 2026 | Our wines
If you’ve never heard of orange wine, you’re not alone. It’s one of the more misunderstood terms in the wine world — and no, it’s not made from oranges. Orange wine is a white wine made like a red. The difference comes down to one thing: skin...
