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Breeding Heritage Valais Blacknose Sheep

On our California vineyard, we raise the world's cutest sheep with dedication to breed standards, animal welfare, and sustainable farming.

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Why Vineyard Valais

Excellence in Every Detail

We're dedicated to breeding exceptional Valais Blacknose sheep with a focus on genetics, health, and the unique beauty of this remarkable breed.

Premium Genetics

Carefully selected breeding stock with exceptional lineage and breed-standard characteristics.

Expert Care

Every sheep receives individualized attention with comprehensive health and nutrition programs.

Vineyard Setting

Our sheep thrive on our beautiful California vineyard with optimal climate and grazing conditions.

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Vineyard Nikka Whiskey is ready to strike a pose on your farm! See her profile here: https://vineyardvalais.com/vineyard-nikka-whiskey/
Vineyard Nikka Whiskey is ready to strike a pose on your farm! See her profile here: https://vineyardvalais.com/vineyard-nikka-whiskey/
This seems backwards 🤔😆
This seems backwards 🤔😆
Luxury sheep and luxury cars like McLaren to support Make-A-Wish Central Coast and Southern Central Valley Rams night! Why not actual Rams at Los Angeles Rams night! Let’s all make wishes come true!
Luxury sheep and luxury cars like McLaren to support Make-A-Wish Central Coast and Southern Central Valley Rams night! Why not actual Rams at Los Angeles Rams night! Let’s all make wishes come true!
Valais Nation! Who loves doing felted rugs and would take on our lamb fleeces this year? I have up to 8 if you’re willing but three that are really special we would prioritize. Happy to pay for the time and skill I know it requires. Picture of Vineyard Nectar for the feed!
Valais Nation! Who loves doing felted rugs and would take on our lamb fleeces this year? I have up to 8 if you’re willing but three that are really special we would prioritize. Happy to pay for the time and skill I know it requires. Picture of Vineyard Nectar for the feed!
Sometimes it feels good to dance naked in the morning!!! 😉😂
Sometimes it feels good to dance naked in the morning!!! 😉😂
Harvesting those lovely grapes that our cute sheep help us grow! So happy to be a part of harvest with Brecon Estate! Cannot wait to taste the results!
Harvesting those lovely grapes that our cute sheep help us grow! So happy to be a part of harvest with Brecon Estate! Cannot wait to taste the results!
I know we all just had a blast at Nationals! Let’s do it again! If you want to come and support the breed by bringing your sheep but just can’t be there the whole time, Contact us! Our Vineyard Valais team will feed and clean for a small fee! We want as many people to be able to participate as possible!
I know we all just had a blast at Nationals! Let’s do it again! If you want to come and support the breed by bringing your sheep but just can’t be there the whole time, Contact us! Our Vineyard Valais team will feed and clean for a small fee! We want as many people to be able to participate as possible!
Post photo shoot celebrations! Even the sheep were celebrating. Ring those 🔔 🔔 🔔!!!
Post photo shoot celebrations! Even the sheep were celebrating. Ring those 🔔 🔔 🔔!!!
What a show for Vineyard Valais! 🖤🤍 We are incredibly proud of this group and the consistency they showed throughout an exceptionally strong National Show. ✨ Vineyard Naiad — MAXIMUM POINTS • 3rd Overall Ewe ✨ Vineyard Nectar — MAXIMUM POINTS • 4th Overall Ewe 🏆 Vineyard Novelle Noir — 1st Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🏆 Vineyard Nolwenn — 1st Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🥈 Vineyard Noilly Pratt — 2nd Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🥈 Vineyard Nightcap — 2nd Place Ram Lamb • One point off Maximum 🏅 Vineyard Napa — 4th Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🏅 Vineyard Nip O Schapps — 5th Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb Two Maximum Point ewes and so many of our young sheep just a single point shy of Maximum. We couldn’t be more proud of this group and what these results say about the direction of our breeding program. Congratulations to all of the winners and exhibitors who brought such an outstanding group of Valais Blacknose to the National Show. It was an honor to show alongside you. We’re heading home from Iowa proud, grateful, and very excited for what’s ahead.
What a show for Vineyard Valais! 🖤🤍 We are incredibly proud of this group and the consistency they showed throughout an exceptionally strong National Show. ✨ Vineyard Naiad — MAXIMUM POINTS • 3rd Overall Ewe ✨ Vineyard Nectar — MAXIMUM POINTS • 4th Overall Ewe 🏆 Vineyard Novelle Noir — 1st Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🏆 Vineyard Nolwenn — 1st Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🥈 Vineyard Noilly Pratt — 2nd Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🥈 Vineyard Nightcap — 2nd Place Ram Lamb • One point off Maximum 🏅 Vineyard Napa — 4th Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb 🏅 Vineyard Nip O Schapps — 5th Place • One point off Maximum ewe lamb Two Maximum Point ewes and so many of our young sheep just a single point shy of Maximum. We couldn’t be more proud of this group and what these results say about the direction of our breeding program. Congratulations to all of the winners and exhibitors who brought such an outstanding group of Valais Blacknose to the National Show. It was an honor to show alongside you. We’re heading home from Iowa proud, grateful, and very excited for what’s ahead.
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About the Breed

The World's Cutest Sheep

Valais Blacknose sheep originate from the Valais region of Switzerland, known for their distinctive black faces and spiral horns. Their gentle temperament and striking appearance make them exceptional companions.

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