Precision, Patience, and the Foundations of a Great Vineyard

Planting vines is one of the most decisive moments in the life of a vineyard. It is at this stage that everything begins: the establishment, the future structure of the vine, and, in the long term, the quality of the wines.
At Montvinéa Vineyard, planting was carried out with a thoughtful approach, combining viticultural expertise, precision technology, and respect for living things.

Vines from Europe, Protected from the Moment They Arrive

Our vines come directly from Europe, carefully selected for their quality and their suitability to our terroir and our viticultural vision. Upon their arrival at the vineyard, the plants measured about two feet in height, still young and particularly vulnerable.

To ensure their protection during transport, storage, and planting, the graft union of each vine was covered with a red protective wax.

The Essential Role of Wax on Young Vines

This wax seals the graft union in order to:

  • prevent dehydration

  • promote the healing of the union between the rootstock and the scion

  • ensure watertightness

  • provide physical rigidity to the graft union

  • protect the scion against certain diseases

Thanks to this protection, the young vine can safely develop its buds and root system before becoming firmly established once planted in the ground.

Before planting, each vine was then soaked in water to thoroughly rehydrate the roots and encourage quick recovery after being planted.

Straight Rows Through GPS Precision

To ensure perfectly straight and even rows, essential for long-term vineyard management, we used a GPS coordination system.

This precision allows for:

  • uniform sun exposure

  • better air circulation between the rows

  • greater efficiency for future work (maintenance, pruning, harvest)

It is the alliance of human labor and precision technology in service of the terroir.

Planting Depth and Placement in the Ground

Each vine is planted at a precise depth, sufficient to:

  • properly cover the roots

  • ensure the stability of the plant

  • encourage deep root development

The graft union is always positioned above ground level, an essential practice to protect the vine and prevent certain problems related to moisture or disease.

To learn more, visit our page on the stages of the vine’s life.

The Grape Varieties Planted at Montvinéa Vineyard

The planting reflects the diversity and vision of the vineyard. Here is the number of vines planted for each grape variety:

  • Chardonnay: 7,020 vines

  • Chenin Blanc: 1,631 vines

  • Gewurztraminer: 4,950 vines

  • Riesling: 3,598 vines

  • Gamay: 4,108 vines

  • Pinot Noir: 5,376 vines

  • Syrah: 4,121 vines

Learn more about the characteristics of the different grape varieties.

Planting Today for the Wines of Tomorrow

Planting a vine is an act of patience and long-term vision. The first years are used to build a strong structure, invisible but essential.
At Montvinéa, each vine planted represents a long-term commitment to our terroir, our vision, and the quality of our wines.

Planting a vine means planting the future.

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