
While we now think of Sonoma County as wine country, hops initially put the region on the map. This iconic fieldstone structure now known as Landmark Vineyard’s Hop Kiln Estate was built by Italian stonemasons in 1905 and was originally used for drying and baling hops for the booming beer industry....
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Restoring Hop Kiln Vineyard is a meticulous endeavor aimed at preserving the historic integrity of this California Historical Landmark while making it fully accessible. Located in the picturesque Russian River Valley, the iconic fieldstone structure was built by Italian stonemasons in 1905 and...
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Updating a building typically involves embracing a more modern style. Not so, with the careful restoration of Hop Kiln Estate owned by Landmark Vineyards. The focus is bringing accessibility compliance to this registered California Historical Landmark while retaining optimal historical accuracy, a...
Read MoreAfternoon Brief: Viticulture Leader Larry Bettiga to Receive ASEV's Highest Honor at 2025 National Conference

Longtime viticulture advisor and researcher Larry Bettiga will deliver the prestigious ASEV Merit Award presentation at the 2025 American Society for Enology and Viticultures (ASEV) National Conference, taking place June 16-19 in Monterey, California...
