WillowrolytruckSince dogs are “man’s best friend” it only makes sense that they would
have a place –- and an important one at that –- in many winery
operations. By patrolling the vines, they keep the vineyard free of
hungry birds and deer. Their friendship can cheer the staff with the
wag of a tail. But perhaps most importantly, they serve as canine
ambassadors in the tasting room, greeting and entertaining visitors.

Besides, since a sense of smell is a big part of enjoying wine, who better to help sniff out the best?

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Dekka, protecting the vines at The Old Field Vineyards.

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Trevie relaxing at Castello di Borghese.

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Jackson tasting a flight of merlot at Bedell Cellars.

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Winemaker Kip Bedell and Ripple (what a great name) at Bedell Cellars.

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Remy helping out with the harvest at Channing Daughters Winery.

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Syrah guarding Lieb Family Cellars’ delivery van.

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Bernie, checking Martha Clara Vineyards‘ vines for disease.

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Rufus and Raven greeting tasters at the newly opened Sherwood House Vineyards tasting room.