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Reservations...Why?
We realize that reservations aren't the most spontaneous, but there's a good reason we will be continuing with reservations and accommodating walk-ins when we can. Make Reservations Here
Jun 16, 2021 at 4:25 PM
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**Special Event - February 12th-14th**
Yes, you saw that right, Aphrodisiac Macarons! These handcrafted macarons by Chef Samantha are perfect for enjoying the Valentine's holiday as the flavors are decadent and enticing. They pair perfectly with our soon to be released 2018 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc, which will be available to Wine Club Members starting that same weekend.
There are 6 macarons per box with 2 each of the following flavors: Fig & Pistachio, Chocolate Raspberry, and Strawberry Balsamic.
We cannot wait for you to try these macarons and you can enjoy either by pick up or togo onsite (we are unable to provide full service at this time). With the boxes being limited, be sure to pre-order your box! You can do so here.
Pick ups and togo onsite is available February 12th-14th, 11am-3:30pm. Cheers!
Virtual Tastings!
Watch our two most recent Virtual Experience below. Enjoy our next virtual on December 10th featuring our 2016 Silken and our Winemaking Team! Tickets Here
Virtual Tasting with Petite Sirah
September 24th, 2020
Learn more about our 2016 Petite Sirah as well as other facts about the variety.
Also, a fun sensory experience of pairing spices with wine.
Hosts:
Erin Foley - Wine Club & Event Coordinator
Samantha Eitel - Estate Chef
Cecily Parrish Ray - General Manager
Virtual Tasting with Chardonnay
October 29th, 2020
Featuring our 2018 Chardonnay, learn about the variety as well as some wine nerd facts like ML.
The team also shares a paired cheese with the tasting group and how we pair with the wine.
Hosts:
Erin Foley - Wine Club & Event Coordinator
Lupita Sotelo - Tasting Room Manager
Samantha Eitel - Estate Chef
Cecily Parrish Ray - General Manager
Opening Thursday, May 28th - New Hours!
We are excited to share we are opening our doors on Thursday, May 28th for service! We have our current hours listed below in this email.
We have new wines and an entirely new food menu to share with you! You can review the food menu here. Our team has been working tirelessly the last few weeks in preparation for this moment. A huge thank you to them!
Regarding visiting, things are going to look a little different as we have guidelines set forth by our County in this 2nd Phase of re-opening. Things will change possibly in the future, so we appreciate your patience as we head into these uncharted waters together. Our top priority above all is your safety and the safety of our staff. We are following sanitizing and cleaning guidelines that have been set forth.
The following are important notes regarding your visit as these are inline with the County guidelines:
- Reservations are required for visits at this time. Reservations can be made here.
- Masks will be required while entering the tasting room and we can provide one if needed.
- All wine purchases must accompany a food order. We ask that there only be one check per table and that group sizes are limited to 10 people.
- Most seating will be outdoors. All tables are set at six feet apart to maintain proper social distancing, this includes our limited indoor seating.
We know that this will be an adjustment and again we appreciate your patience. We are beyond thrilled to have you visit and finally be able to enjoy our beautiful location, wines, and food!
Hours
Thursday-Sunday
11am-6pm
Reservations Required, but it's easy to make here!
White Flight Virtual Tasting with David and Vanessa
Ok, it's hot! Join Winemaker and owner David Parrish and Certified Sommelier Vanessa Igel as they taste through our white wines and chat pairings and movies.
Grab a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Rose to join along.
Click here for the video and here for more details about the wines they are tasting.
Chef Samantha and her kids teach us how to make Red Beans and Rice
We are all craving comfort food right now, and are also looking for ways to keep the kidos entertained!
Chef Samantha and her twins teach us how to make Red Beans & Rice in this short video. Click here to watch and here to see the recipe.
Why are the barrels topped off?
While we wait for budbreak in the vineyard, the winery team has been working on our wines to be sure they are ready to go as soon as we can welcome you back to the tasting room!
Today, Cellar Master Ethan Ray takes us through a process called Topping Off which is done frequently in the barrel room.
The Topping Off process is crucial to the winemaking process because without it we would be making very expensive vinegar! The wines are stored in wood barrels and those barrels breathe in and out. Through that process, some of the wine is lost to evaporation creating space for oxygen inside the barrel. This same process happens in whisky barrels and is often referred to as the angel’s share.
But, in winemaking, the presence of oxygen can ruin the wine turning it sour and bitter. So, Ethan and Assistant Winemaker Cody Alt have to regularly take down each barrel from where it’s stored, move it to the floor and refill each barrel to ensure there is no space left for oxygen after evaporation has taken place.
Our winery also has two huge humidifiers which help control the temperature and humidity in the barrel room, but there is still work that needs to be done.
Here is Ethan explaining more about the process and the role it plays in creating our delicious estate wines.