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Exploring Lakeridge Winery: History, Harvest, and Innovations | Open Forum in The Villages, Florida

In this episode of the Open Forum in The Villages, Florida podcast, host Mike Roth talks with Christian Slupe of Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards. Christian shares the rich history of Lakeridge Winery, which spans three generations of family operation, significant milestones, and future plans. The discussion covers the winery's foundational years, their move to Claremont, Florida, and their subsequent growth into one of the largest wineries in the state. Christian details the wine-making process, the types of grapes grown, and the seasonal activities at the winery, including complimentary tours and tastings. Listeners also get a preview of exciting upcoming events, such as a drone show and harvest festivals featuring grape stomping. The episode provides an engaging insight into the daily operations, innovative practices, and community involvement of Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards.

00:00 Welcome to the Open Forum Podcast

00:57 Supporting the Podcast: How You Can Help

02:04 Meet Christian Slupe: A Family Legacy in Winemaking

02:48 The Growth and Evolution of Lakeridge Winery

06:35 A Day at the Winery: Tours, Tastings, and Harvesting

12:10 Winery Operations: From Harvest to Bottle

13:17 Expanding the Winery's Reach: Distribution and Shipping

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16:12 Upcoming Events and Innovations at the Winery

26:43 Conservation Efforts and Sustainable Practices

28:05 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes

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