In good hands: First Colony changes ownership, plans for the future


First Colony vineyard manager Austin Hamilton has been working hard to rid the vines of grape-hungry garden pests—and it’s paying off. The winery, under new ownership, has plenty of beauties on offer. Photo: Christian Hommel

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