Hello Fellow LWGA Members:

On Sunday, July 28, LWGA held a general meeting at the Howsepian’s in Lafayette.  This meeting was well attended and there were in addition a number of prospective members present.  Thanks to all that braved the heat to attend, but as it turned out, there was a nice breeze to keep everything comfortable.

After the cocktail and appetizers hour, our President, Bill Scanlin gave us a brief overview of the status of the association,  a review of our new LWGA website Forum Posting system, and a friendly reminder of dues for the coming year. 

This was followed by a lively discussion and demonstration by Daniel Howsepian as to how to install and operate an electric fencing system in various conditions.  A sample ground electric fencing system was set up to illustrate how the wiring can be accomplished, equipment required and an inspection of a real life fencing electric fencing system employed at Raisin d’Etre Vineyard.  Many questions were asked and follow through was encouraged.

Following the electric fencing discussion and demonstrations, the white wine winners from our previous member’s choice wine rating event, were there to pour those winning wines and  to explain how they were grown and processed.  Bill English and David Dicks really know their winemaking and it shows in their wines!  A real example of the LWGA Brand potential.

After the demonstrations and wine tasting, a tour was made of Raisin d’Etre vineyard and production facilities which was also well attended. 

The evening ended pleasantly with the very comfortable temperatures and a cooling breeze to make the last tastings of the many wines available even more enjoyable.

We thank everyone for the wine and food contributions which made for a great meeting again! 

We look forward to seeing you all at our next LWGA Meeting in September.

LWGA Board