Artisanal Winemaking
At Cloudberry Heights, winemaking is a craft deeply rooted on tradition and innovation. Through years of learning from local wine practices, we’ve embraced the unique techniques and time-honored practices of Costa Rica. By blending the traditions with professional methods and modern expertise, we’ve created a wine making process that’s both authentic and refined. Beginning on our lush, high-altitude blackberry fields , each handpicked berry is transformed into artisanal wines that capture the essence of our farm and the beauty of sustainable living.
Crafted with precision, Inspired by nature
Unique traditional techniques
At Cloudberry Heights, every detail matters. Our high-altitude blackberries thrive in pristine mountain air, rich soil, and a unique climate, giving them their bold, complex flavor. To create our wine, we pair these exceptional berries with pure spring water sourced directly from our farm. This natural water undergoes strict quality control to ensure its perfect balance, adding another layer of purity and distinction to every batch. From the field to the bottle, we leave nothing to chance, crafting wine that is as unique as the environment it comes from.
Experimental and creative approach
We’re not afraid to push the boundaries of tradition. Our passion for winemaking drives us to constantly experiment with new flavors and techniques, creating wines as unique and colorful as the land they come from. From introducing oak flavors to enhance depth and complexity, to exploring golden berry wine and bold blackberry-golden berry fusions, every new recipe is a step toward uncovering something extraordinary.
Even after crafting hundreds of batches over the years and perfecting our unique, exquisite wine, we continue to explore new ideas and push deeper into the art of winemaking. Each batch tells a story of innovation and curiosity, blending creativity with nature’s bounty. At Cloudberry Heights, every sip is a testament to our relentless pursuit of flavor and originality.
Sustainable in Harmony with Nature
Sustainability means more than organic farming—it’s about living in harmony with the land. Our 45-acre farm carefully utilizes only 35 percent for cultivation and other practices, leaving the remaining land as untouched forest to protect biodiversity and provide a safe haven for local wildlife. This balance allows nature to thrive, with bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators playing a vital role in our fields. Our berry fields are part of the natural ecosystem, where plants grow and adapt to the rhythms of the environment.
We embrace the imperfections of this process—some plants may break or die, and berries may fall naturally due to the ever-changing climate. But this is a choice we make proudly, as it allows us to remain true to our philosophy of working with nature, not against it. This hands-off approach ensures that our fields remain as natural, rustic, and beautiful as possible, producing berries that are a true reflection of their environment. Every sip of our wine carries the story of our land, crafted with care and respect for nature.