BOS Wine Michigan Harvest 2025: A Year the Vineyards Spoke for Themselves

The 2025 Harvest, or as Dave calls it, Crush, at BOS Wine followed a calm rhythm from budbreak to the final pick. The season moved without extremes and allowed the vineyards to settle into a comfortable pace. The growing conditions supported healthy fruit development and we felt the benefits of that consistency every time fruit reached the crush pad. 

A Season That Supported Thoughtful Picking 

Spring arrived with even growth and a smooth start, but the early part of summer moved slowly. When July and August finally heated up, the vines responded well and pushed into full development. September brought several warm weeks that pushed the fruit to full ripeness. When rain arrived later in the fall, it did not disrupt harvest or rush decision-making. The fruit maintained its integrity through the final picks. As fruit started to come in, the uniqueness of each site showed up right away. Crystal Vista’s Valvin came through with that familiar brightness, the kind that lets you know the vines had a healthy year. Brigadoon’s Pinot Gris had a calm weight to it, almost a quiet richness that fit the season. Nicholas gave Pinot Noir and Lagrein that felt settled from the first taste, like the fruit knew exactly what it wanted to be. Devil’s Dive’s Pinot and Meunier for rosé, Ten Hands delivered Chardonnay and Riesling that practically announced themselves the moment the bins hit the pad. Vineyard 15’s Blaufränkisch showed deep color right away, and new vineyards, Chateau Fiasco and Burbanks, rounded out the season with both Riesling and Pinot Gris that held steady through the shifting fall weather. Yields were up at Ten Hands from 2024 and across the board in balance. All in all, this level of quality felt like a major win. 

This season also marked an expansion of the BOS vineyard program. Several small parcels were added, each with its own personality. These blocks will allow BOS Wine to explore more single vineyard bottlings and new styles of Riesling plus red blend opportunities. 

Organic and Biodynamic Farming Are Showing Clear Results 

The benefits of organic farming were obvious this year. The soils had more life in them, the vines stayed healthy all the way into fall, and the fruit showed a level of natural balance we were thrilled to see. Ten Hands, which is already farmed biodynamically, offered a strong look at what is ahead for the rest of the program. The Chardonnay and Riesling from that site carried unmistakable energy from the moment the first bins were loaded. With more vineyards scheduled to shift toward biodynamic farming in 2026 and 2027, we are encouraged by the results seen this year. 

The Growers Carried the Vintage 

The growers gave this harvest its strength. Their attention in the vineyards and their willingness to work through the season with open communication shaped the quality of the fruit. Dave spent much of the year walking the rows with them, looking closely at canopy structure, soil conditions and ripening progress. They trusted his guidance and he trusted their instincts. They adjusted their approach when the organic transition required new techniques. Their work is reflected in every lot now resting in the cellar. None of this would be possible without them. This partnership is the foundation of the BOS Wine farming philosophy. 

Harvest Felt Like Family 

This year also carried a strong sense of community. Elizabeth showed up for every harvest pick and spent her days in the cellar learning and helping wherever she could. Friends and family joined throughout the season to help bring fruit in at the exact right time. Their support added momentum during long days and gave harvest a feeling of shared purpose. 

Looking Ahead 

The 2025 vintage reflects years of work toward organic and biodynamic farming and it highlights the strength of the grower partnerships that support BOS Wine. It also marks the beginning of new opportunities with the addition of small vineyards that will allow for more BOS wine (YAY!). This season was a meaningful step forward. We are so grateful for every grower, every set of hands and every moment that made the harvest possible. The wines will carry that story from the vineyard to the bottle. 

Stay tuned for an update from the cellar!