Proposal & Acceptance

This stump at the edge of the patio marks the place where John Wrigley proposed to Jody in 2007 and the place where the dream that would become J Wrigley Vineyard truly took flight! The Pinot Noir block that runs down the hill to your left has been known as the Proposal Block since that time. 

The land for the vineyard had been purchased in 2006 with Pinot Noir, Riesling and Pinot Gris being the first vines planted the first year.

As the story goes, Jody replied with an enthusiastic yes, but she had a caveat: she loves Chardonnay and the vineyard lacked Chardonnay grapes! Never one to back down from a challenge, John started planning for a Chardonnay block, which would eventually be dubbed the Acceptance Block. By the time it was planted in 2011, not only were John and Jody married, but the family had grown to include their two children, Jordan and Hayes.

Shortly after setting up their residence at the vineyard, the Wrigley family learned Jody’s father, known to the family as “Poppy”, would not be with them much longer. John planted Wädenswil Pinot Noir just off the back deck of their home and Poppy focused his mind on caring for the new vines. Today, wine bottled from Poppy’s Block is available exclusively to family and friends. 

Proposal, Acceptance and Poppy’s Blocks remain the only named blocks in the J Wrigley Vineyard.

To continue the self-guided tour, proceed down the main aisle. The next stop will be on your right. PLEASE NOTE: The path around the self-guided tour is not a maintained trail. Sturdy shoes are recommended to proceed into the vineyard and participants walk at their own risk.

 

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