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Cote Bonneville & Dubrul Vineyard
Dubrul Vineyard has soared to fame in the Northwest as wines made from
its fruit by Owen Roe Winery have achieved cult status and high ratings.
Now, the vineyard owners are producing a small amount of wine under their
own "Cote Bonneville" label.
Located on a steep hillside overlooking the Yakima
River, Dubrul Vineyard, site of a former orchard, was planted in 1992.
The steep slope, high elevation, rocky soil, hot climate, cold nights,
and careful vineyard management have combined to produce unusually high
quality
grapes. The vineyard owners have strived to produce grapes that express
the unique terroir that is Dubrul.
About the Label
The Cote Bonneville label for their "Carriage House"
meritage blend features the carriage house on the property, which was
standing when the owners' great grandfather Napoleon DuBrul built Côte
Bonneville in 1902. In 1973, the owners were married in the carriage
house, which served as the chapel for the order of nuns living on the
estate
at that
time.
Over many years, the current owners of Côte
Bonneville, Roberta and Tony Michel, have meticulously restored both
the house and carriage
house to their original splendor. The cornerstone of the estate, found
in the portico entrance to the house, is the logo of the vineyard, and
is present on both front and
back labels of the wine.
The beautifully restored 1935 Pierce-Arrow
Limousine on the label was provided by Jim Day and Ralph Schmidt. While
the carriage house and car were being
photographed, the Michel’s family cat, Noisy, paused to inspect
the Pierce-Arrow.

Dubrul Vineyard

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