A Cheese Plate can be the center piece of any party, small-gathering or conversation between friends. Not only is it easy and fun to put together, but it’s absolutely delicious – and pairs perfectly with wine! A good Cheese Plate usually incorporates a few essential elements. Starting with around 4 staple cheeses. Try a soft…
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Food Pairings for Your Napa Valley Wine
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- basic tomato sauce recipe from Chef Mario Battali, Beringer Vineyards, bolognese sauce recipe from Chef Wolfgang Puck, Castello di Amorosa, chicken marsala recipe from Chef Emeril Lagasse, Cornerstone Cellars, domaine chandon, Etude Wines, grilled lamb chops with vegetable kebabs and couscous recipe from Martha Stewart, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings, Napa Valley Chardonnay food pairings, Napa Valley Malbec food pairings, Napa Valley Merlot food pairings, Napa Valley Pinot Noir food pairings, Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc food pairings, Napa Valley Sparkling Wine food pairings, Napa Valley Syrah food pairings, Napa Valley Zinfandel food pairings, Napa Wine Tours, pizza dough recipe from Chef Mario Battali, scallops in saffron cream sauce recipe from Chef Gordon Ramsay, shrimp scampi with linguine recipe from Chef Tyler Florence, Silver Oak Cellars, spicy pork ribs recipe from Chef Jamie Oliver, St. Clement Vineyards, Tres Sabores, William Hill Estate
You’ve visited several Napa Valley wineries and have collected more than a few bottles of wine. A smile brightens your face as you lift each bottle and remember each winery, each taste, and each delicious reason why you knew there was no way you were going to walk out of the tasting room without that…
Napa Valley: Award-Winning Wines from a Diverse Appellation, Part 3
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- Antica Napa Valley, Artesa Vineyards and Winery, Atlas Peak District, Black Stallion Winery, Blue Oak Vineyard, Coombsville District, Domaine Carneros, Farella Vineyard, Hess Collection, Los Carneros District, Mount Veeder District, Napa Valley appellation, Napa Valley AVA, Napa Valley sub-appellations, Napa Wine Tours, Oak Knoll District, Olivia Brion, Robert Biale Vineyards, Talisman Wines, Trefethen Family Vineyards, Wild Horse Valley District
This final part of a three-part series dedicated to the 16 sub-appellations of Napa Valley shares more of the characteristics of each AVA that make Napa Valley the diverse, outstanding, world-renowned resource for stellar American wines. Atlas Peak District The highest point of the peak itself sits 2,663 feet above sea level. The majority of…
Part 2 of this three part series brings attention to five more of the 16 sub-appellations in Napa Valley. The sub-appellations presented this week share the same theme as last week’s sub-appellations, some are more well-known than others with winery names that might be more recognizable, but all excel at creating high quality Napa Valley…
Napa Valley: Award-Winning Wines from a Diverse Appellation, Part 1
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- Beaulieu Vineyard, Chateau Montelena, Chimney Rock Winery, Clos Pegase Winery, Frank Family Vineyards, Gamble Family Vineyards, Miner Family Vineyards, Napa Valley appellation, Napa Valley sub-appellations, Napa Wine Tours, Peju Province Winery, Plumjack Winery, Pride Mountain Vineyards, Robert Keenan Winery, Schramsberg Vineyards, St Supery Vineyards & Winery, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
Within the Napa Valley appellation, there are 16 sub-appellations – legally defined and protected geographical locations where grapes are grown and crafted into amazing Napa Valley wines. Some sub-appellations are more well-known than others but all are dedicated to creating wines that truly represent the distinct area of Napa Valley where they come from. In…
10 “Must See” Wineries in Napa Valley
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Napa Valley is renowned for its world-class wines, and breathtaking panoramic views. We’ve selected 10 of the many quality and unique wineries in Napa Valley. Whether it’s the architecture, ambiance, gardens, history, or art that draws you to these wineries, they’re all unique in their own way. In this post, we’ll be showing you the…
Start planning now for Napa Valley Restaurant Month 2015 taking place throughout February! Many of Napa Valley’s finest restaurants will be offering special set-price menus for lunch and dinner. Included in the list of participating restaurants are those awarded with 2015 Michelin Bib Gourmand and Michelin Stars. BIB GOURMAND Oenotri To celebrate Napa Valley Restaurant…
Tomorrow is the official start of August in Napa Valley, when the Summer season inspires a variety of special events throughout this prestigious and beautiful wine region. With a diverse collection of experiences to entice visitors and locals alike, Napa Wine Tours will be spotlighting several chosen events for readers to choose from. Today, Napa…
With over 450 wineries in Napa Valley, events that bring together multiple wineries in one location is one way for visitors to experience as much as they can in one day. On Saturday, June 14th, Charles Krug Winery hosts the 19th Annual Taste of Howell Mountain. From 12pm to 5pm, ticket holders will be able…
Celebrating Easter Sunday in Napa Valley
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- Brunch menus for Easter Sunday in Napa Valley, Castello di Amorosa, Chimney Rock Winery, Del Dotto Vineyards, Domaine Carneros, étoile Restaurant, FARM at Carneros Inn, Napa Valley restaurants open Easter Sunday, Napa Valley wineries open Easter Sunday, The Pear Southern Bistro, William Hill Estate Winery
It’s that time of year again. The time when eggs are hard-boiled, dipped in dye, and stored until they’re ready to be hidden for an Easter Egg Hunt. Plastic, colored, eggs are filled with sweet surprises and images of bunnies and chicks in bright pastel colors dominate storefronts. For those interested in celebrating Easter Sunday…