Hey everyone, it’s Keith Saarloos, and right now, we're deep in the heart of harvest. For 364 days, we’ve worked for this one moment—to pick the fruit by hand, in the dark, on steep terraces that take courage just to stand on. This is the day we gather what we’ve grown, what we’ve fought for, and turn it into wines that make their way to your table. The 2024 Harvest Allocation is more than wine—it’s our family’s legacy in a bottle. Each wine in this shipment tells a piece of our story, and we’re honored to share it with you. Here’s what’s in this year’s lineup: The Family Tree - https://saarloosandsons.com/available... – A GSM blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, all grown on our estate. This wine is our roots, our branches, and our family’s soul—six different vines, six personalities, each one like a family member around the table. It’s complex, unique, and completely irreplaceable, representing everything that makes us who we are. Courage - https://saarloosandsons.com/available... – A tribute to my great uncle John Saarloos, who fought on D-Day and helped keep our family together. His courage paved the way for us, and this wine is a testament to that strength. It’s a 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon—our first vintage without my dad at the helm. Courage isn’t always about knowing you’ll succeed; sometimes, it’s just about showing up and letting the courage come after. We make this wine in John’s honor, and I hope it carries his legacy forward for another 80 years. Honor and Prepare - https://saarloosandsons.com/available... – Our family creed: “We live to honor those that came before us and prepare the way for those yet to come.” This is our Petit Syrah, embodying what drives us every day. We’re here because of the work and sacrifices of generations past, and every bottle we make is our way of building something worthy of passing on. Every bottle in this allocation is a celebration of family, grit, and gratitude. We don’t sell in stores, we don’t sell in restaurants, because we choose to sell directly to you. You’ve chosen us, and we don’t take that lightly. So, as you gather around the table with family and friends, open these bottles, and drink to the stories, the strength, and the spirit of the Saarloos family. This is what it’s all about. We live to honor those who came before us and to prepare the way for those yet to come. Cheers to you, from our family to yours.