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--></style></head><body lang="EN-US" link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style="word-wrap:break-word"><div class="WordSection1"><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Fellow wine grape growers, wine makers, wineries, and viticulturist.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We hope this message finds you well and your vines thriving. At Alesia Viticulture Services, we understand that managing a vineyard's growth cycle is a complex task that requires precise observation, analysis, and decision-making. To assist you in this critical endeavor, we're delighted to introduce our latest service offering - VitiScout.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">VitiScout is a specialized viticulture and agriculture service designed to help vineyard owners, winemakers, and consultants monitor the growth and development of their vines and optimize the harvesting process. Our team of trained professionals will conduct a thorough scouting of your vineyard, take representative samples from each block, and accurately determine the phenological stage of the grapevines using established scales such as the Eichhorn-Lorenz (E-L) system or the BBCH scale.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">VitiScout's range of services is aimed at supporting you throughout the grape growing and harvesting process:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">On-Site Grape Quality Assessment:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Our experts will use high-quality, user-friendly tools to measure Brix levels, pH levels, and total acidity of your grapes, helping you determine the perfect timing for harvest.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Cluster Sampling and Lab Analysis:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> We'll randomly select and send grape clusters from your vineyard to a laboratory of your choosing. This offers valuable insights into the chemical and physical composition of your grapes.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Harvest Support:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Based on our thorough analysis, we'll assist you in determining the optimal harvest time. Our team can also be on-site during the harvest to offer support and ensure optimal practices are followed.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Post-Harvest Assessment:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Once your grapes have been harvested, we'll conduct a comprehensive assessment of your vineyard's health and provide recommendations for post-harvest care and preparation for the upcoming season.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Pricing: </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The cost for our VitiScout services depends on a variety of factors, including site location, the type of sampling requested, block size, and the sample size requested. Therefore, we offer a free estimate tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of your vineyard. Our team can also provide recommendations on sampling best practices to ensure you get the most accurate and useful data for your investment.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Our goal is to help you maximize the potential of your harvest, ensure consistent quality, and streamline your vineyard management process. We believe that with VitiScout, you can make well-informed, timely decisions to optimize your vineyard's productivity and the quality of your wines.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">If VitiScout sounds like a service that would benefit your vineyard, or if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at </span><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><a href="mailto:joaquin@alesiavs.com"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">joaquin@alesiavs.com</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 650.333.5490 or </span><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><a href="mailto:rodrigo@alesiavs.com"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">rodrigo@alesiavs.com</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 650.405.7552</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We look forward to the opportunity to work with you and support you in your viticultural and wine making journey.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Best Regards,</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">AVS</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif">Joaquin Casanueva</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif">Alesia Viticulture Services, LLC</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif">License # FLC000234272</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif">650-333-5490 cell</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif">650-899-1558 fax</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif"><a href="mailto:joaquin@alesiavs.com"><span style="color:#0563c1">joaquin@alesiavs.com</span></a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif">7620 Alpine Road</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif">La Honda, CA 94020</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Bookman Old Style",serif"><a href="http://www.alesiavs.com/"><span style="color:#0563c1">www.alesiavs.com</span></a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p></div></body></html>