Large bells make large sounds, and the Viña Madre (Mother Vineyard) wind bell makes that point beautifully with its resounding and deep, resonant ring. This modern mission style bell is by far our largest wind bell to date, measuring 32 inches from the top of the hanging chain to the bottom of the sail. The height and width of the bell body is 14 inches and 4 inches respectively. The bell features our signature grape motif with intricate details on the bell’s surface that find their inspiration from grapes on the vine. The rich color is called Grape Royale. The bevel at the bottom of the windbell body adds a contemporary accent to the rustic design.

The Viña Madre Wind Bell design is a limited edition of 10. After we have sold the 10th bell we will discontinue and archive the design. Each Limited Edition Viña Madre Wind Bell will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist Marc Staples..
 

Wine-making in the Spanish Missions of the 18th century was necessary for multiple reasons: Wine was necessary for the celebration of the Roman Catholic mass. It is specifically called for in the ceremony and the only acceptable substitute, under extraordinary conditions, is grape juice. Also, wine was the table beverage of the padres. Early Spanish Missions with vineyards included Mission San Juan Capistrano, Mission San Gabriel, and Mission San Diego. These locales are widely believed to be where the variety called Mission Grape originated.