How does biodynamics actually work, and why does it matters? Today, we chat with Gina Giugni, a second generation biodynamic farmer and winemaker, who breaks it down for us. Gina started Lady of the Sunshine in 2017, which focuses on regenerative, organic, and biodynamic farming in pursuit of making natural wines that reflect the purity of the place from which they come. Gina also farms the 6.5 acre Chene Vineyard, located in the Edna Valley appellation. Since her takeover in 2018, the vineyard is now a Demeter certified biodynamic vineyard.  Gina and her husband, Mikey, run Scar of the Sea and Lady of the Sunshine together out of their winery in San Luis Obispo, CA.

We also discuss how to find balance while working with your spouse, and the best antidotes to sitting on a tractor all day!

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Show Notes:

Rudolph Steiner 

Peter Proctor

Biodynamic Calendar by Maria Thum

Monte Waldon Biodynamic Wine Book 

Sacred Alchemy Store

Josephine Porter Institute for Applied Biodynamics

Chamisal Vineyards

Biodynamic Preparations