Someone, somewhere, a long time ago, thought of a delicious idea - the pairing of wine and cheese. For thousands of years this pairing has been satisfying the taste buds and filling the appetites of humankind. There are plenty of suggestions for pairing wine and cheese. Some suggest pairing the wine and cheese from the same region with each other such as Chianti paired with parmesian. Other suggestions include pairing tannic wines with harder cheeses, pairing creamy cheeses with more acidic wines, and salty cheeses with a sweet wine. After much delicious research, Napa Wine Tours created this simple guide for our readers featuring some of our favorite wines from Napa Valley. Napa Valley Red Wine and Cheese Pairings Napa Valley Cabernet Franc A Napa Valley Cabernet Franc will pair wonderfully with Blue cheese, Brie, and Cheddar cheese. We suggest trying a distinctive Cabernet Franc from Inglenook, or one of Jarvis Winery’s most highly demanded wines 2005 Jarvis Cabernet Franc, or the limited release 2007 Rutherford Hill Cabernet Franc. Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon This varietal also pairs nicely with blue and cheddar cheeses, and with parmesian. Try any elegant Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon, exceptional Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, or award-winning Cornerstone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon. Napa Valley Syrah Cheddar, parmesian, and gouda - either one of these will pair with Syrah. If you’re not already familiar with Keever Vineyards, a family-owned and operated winery, make sure to make an appointment to taste their perfectly balanced Syrah (and more!) and take a tour of their winery and wine caves. Napa Valley Malbec Up to this point, we’ve tried to suggest cheeses easily found. However, when it comes to this next cheese, it’s important to make sure to purchase an artisanal, high quality cheese. Manchego is the cheese to pair with your impeccable,
Someone, somewhere, a long time ago, thought of a delicious idea – the pairing of wine and cheese. For thousands of years this pairing has been satisfying the taste buds and filling the appetites of humankind. There are plenty of suggestions for pairing wine and cheese. Some suggest pairing the wine and cheese from the…
Napa Valley is an exciting place to be! This Wine Country community features special events throughout the year making Napa an ideal place to visit anytime. Here are a few upcoming events whether you prefer your Napa Valley wine paired with lobster, pasta, or works of art. Crustaceans & Cab This sumptuous feast at Bourassa Vineyards invites guests to dine on lobster, prawns, hot links, potatoes, artichokes, corn, and sourdough bread. And since this is Napa Valley, there will be plenty of barrel samples to sip from Bourassa Vineyards 2013 crush wines along with other current releases of Bourassa’s handcrafted, small lot wines. Join the celebration on February 22nd, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Rutherford Hill Winery Pasta Festa Rutherford Hill Winery, owned by the Terlato family, invites guests for an Italian Pasta Party on March 8th. Guests will partake in a family-style dinner in Rutherford Hill Winery’s candlelit wine cave. Dinner features dishes created with recipes from the Terlato family, estate olive oil, and newly released Rutherford Hill wines. The festive ambiance of the evening also includes lively music performed by a talented accordion player. Napa Valley Museum Gala Do not miss an incredible evening hosted by Westin Verasa Napa and Chef Ken Frank on Saturday, March 8th. The festivities begin with a Reception with the Masters where guests will enjoy Napa Valley sparkling wine served with hors d’oeuvres, bid on silent auction items, and peruse the works on display by artists such as Mark Chagall, Henri Matisse, and Pablo Picasso. The evening continues with a three course dinner paired with Napa Valley wines followed by a live auction. Proceeds benefit Napa Valley Museum’s educational programs. Make sure to RSVP by February 28th.
Napa Valley is an exciting place to be! This Wine Country community features special events throughout the year making Napa an ideal place to visit anytime. Here are a few upcoming events whether you prefer your Napa Valley wine paired with lobster, pasta, or works of art. Crustaceans & Cab This sumptuous feast at Bourassa…
Thinking of celebrating Father’s Day in Napa Valley on June 16th? Napa Wine Tours has more than a few ideas for you. V Marketplace 23rd Annual Father’s Day Invitational Auto Show, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is free to this spectacular show presenting a collection of over 100 automobiles demonstrating the variety of models created over a 90 year span of time. Visitors will view champion models, local favorites, and custom creations. Local non-profits will offer food and beverages available for purchase. Gourmet Napa Walking Tour, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Make your reservations now for this one mile tour beginning at Oxbow Public Market. Explore historic downtown Napa while enjoying samples of Napa Valley cuisine, wine, & beer. The tour ends with a sampling of wine infused chocolates, brittle, and ice cream from local chocolatiers. Taste of Beringer Tour at Beringer Vineyards, choose from 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., or 3:30 p.m. This special experience is offered at different times of the day making it possible to schedule a time most convenient for you. The adventure begins with an exploration of the Old Stone Winery and wine-aging tunnels followed by a visit to their demonstration vineyard. From there, you’ll be escorted to the Rhine House Mansion for a seated tasting paired with small bites. Blend Your Own Merlot at Rutherford Hill Winery, Saturday June 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Celebrate a day early by choosing this special experience that includes touring Rutherford Hill Winery, tasting a few of their wines, and learning how to create your own Merlot. The blending class takes place in Rutherford Hill’s candle-lit wine cave and includes a .375ml bottle of the Merlot you create yourself. Uptown Theatre in Napa Take a look at the Upcoming Events at Uptown Theatre Napa and surprise
Thinking of celebrating Father’s Day in Napa Valley on June 16th? Napa Wine Tours has more than a few ideas for you. V Marketplace 23rd Annual Father’s Day Invitational Auto Show, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is free to this spectacular show presenting a collection of over 100 automobiles demonstrating the variety of models…
