Sonoma County Winegrape Commission

Javier Lopez of Valdez & Sons Vineyard Management won first place honors today at the 11^th annual Sonoma County Pruning Championships. He expertly pruned five vines, combining speed and best quality work, and collected $1,000 for his winning efforts. Second place honors went to Isaac Moreno of Munselle Vineyards; third place went to Francisco Toledo of Clendenen Vineyard Management; and fourth place was Alberto Avina of Chateau St. Jean/Fosters Wine Estates Americas.

Press Release: 2010 Sonoma County Pruning Champion [doc]

Photos: http://www.sonomawinegrape.org/2010-pruning-contest