The Long Dog Blog brings you stories from the heart of the farm, told by those who know it best. Expect vineyard updates and grounded reflections from Sam, bold opinions and cellar secrets from Dino, and plenty more from the rest of the pack. Together, they share a behind the scenes look at life, wine, and everything in between.
Sunrise spills over the valley, painting the vines gold. That’s my cue. I’m Enzo — Farm Manager, part-time napper, and full-time guardian of Long Dog Wines. My job? To make sure everything runs...
Darling, it’s official, spring has arrived at Long Dog, and I, Ziggy, am absolutely blooming. The air smells like wildflowers and promise, the vines are stretching after their winter nap, and I’ve...
Hello, dear reader. I’m Lassy. For years, I sat by the fire after long days in the cellar, tasting my way through glasses of red, white, and rosé. People often think wine tasting is a secret skill...
Sometimes all the long days in the vineyard and the late nights in the cellar pay off in ways that make your tail wag with pride. I’m thrilled to share that Long Dog Wines has just won a Gold Medal...
Spring has arrived at Long Dog, and with it comes one of the most crucial tasks of the year – pruning the vines. Pruning isn’t just about tidying up with a few quick snips. It’s the foundation of a...
Every good team has that one member who brings the sunshine, the kind soul who’s always up for anything, never says no, and somehow manages to be everywhere at once. At Long Dog Wines, that’s Nibby....
People think running a vineyard is all grapes and glamour. Let me tell you, it’s not. Behind every great bottle of wine is a tightly run ship. And behind that ship? Me. Noodle. Head of Security at...
Around here, if something needs fixing, fetching, fuelling or figuring out, chances are, I’m already on it. My name’s Enzo. I’m the Farm Manager at Long Dog Wines, and yes, I’m a dog. A working dog....
Darling, let me introduce myself properly. I’m Ziggy, front of house, head of charm, artistic director of vibes, and the undisputed queen of first impressions here at Long Dog Wines. I greet every...