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WILD BUSH FARM + VINEYARD carries a rich history, having been known as Pontchartrain Vineyards until new owners Monica Bourgeois and Neil Gernon acquired it in December 2021. Monica and Neil's love for wine traces back to their days in the food industry. Meeting while working at renowned New Orleans restaurants, they shared a passion for fine wines, which led them to venture into wine distribution and retail. This passion sparked a desire to craft their own unique blends to fill a need that wasn't being met in the market.

In 2009, they established Vending Machine Wines, where they experimented with their own varietals. The quarantines of 2020 fostered an urge to learn more about self-sufficiency, leading to the natural next step: growing their own grapes. Charmed by Pontchartrain Vineyards' picturesque setting, with its tree-lined winding roads and vibrant green fields, they seized the opportunity to create something truly special when they discovered it was for sale.

Located in the charming rural town of Bush, Wild Bush is a 34-acre property with a tasting room offering 10 exquisite wines and the magic and warmth of an exceptional gathering space.

The rebranding to Wild Bush Farm + Vineyard paid homage to the area's natural beauty and reflected their commitment to sustainable farming, encompassing native plants, small-crop vegetables and a thriving ecosystem. Embracing innovation, Monica and Neil planted hybrid grapes developed by the viticulture program at the University of California-Davis. These grapes are specifically bred to thrive in Louisiana's humid climate, ensuring optimal growth and disease resistance.

Looking forward, Monica and Neil have ambitious plans for Wild Bush. They aspire to introduce new styles of beverages, such as ciders made from mayhaw trees and persimmon plants, and aim to cultivate dried blueberry wine from the bountiful harvest of their 1,600 blueberry bushes. Other enhancements, such as a Frisbee golf course and movie screenings, will add to the already immersive experience found on the grounds. Don’t miss the opportunity to stop in for a sip and check out event listings for Jazz'n the Vines, a seasonal concert series featuring live music, delectable cuisine from local food trucks and, of course, the vineyard's exceptional wines. Cheers!