Brancaia Ilatraia Rosso 2017 (Cab Sauvignon Petit Verdot Cab Franc) Tuscany

Silver Oak 2018 Napa Valley, CA

Cakebread Cellars 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Chappellet Vineyard 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Robert Craig Affinity 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Faust 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Elizabeth Spencer 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Somerston Estate Priest Ranch 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Honig 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Gorman Winery The Devil You Know 2019, Columbia Valley, WA

Prelius 2020 Maremma Toscana, ITA

Brancaia llatraia Rosso 2017 (Cab Sauvignon Petit Verdot Cab Franc) Tuscany

PlumpJack 2019 Napa Valley, CA

Chateau Laplagnotte – Bellevue Grand Cru 2019 Saint Emillion, Bordeaux, FRA

L'Ecole No. 41 Merlot 2020 Columbia Valley, WA

Poggio Landi 2017 Brunello di Montalcino, ITA

San Giorgio Ugolforte Brunello Di Montalcino 2018, ITA

Val Delle Corti 2019 Chianti Classico, ITA

Giuseppe Corese, 2021 Barbera d'Alba

Kosta Browne Gap's Crown Vineyard 2021 Sonoma Coast

Rivers – Marie Eagle, 2022 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast

Chev Pinot Noir 2019, Russian River Valley, CA

Aubert 2022 Sonoma Coast, CA

Lando 2021, Russian River Valley, CA

Arrange the assorted cheeses, olives, nuts, and dried fruits on a large wooden board or platter.

Prepare the Charcuterie Board

Slice the fresh baguette into bite-sized pieces and place them around the board for easy access.

Add Fresh Baguette

Drizzle honey over the cheese and nut areas of the board for a sweet contrast.

Drizzle with Honey

Sprinkle fresh herbs over the board to enhance the presentation and add aroma.

Garnish with Fresh Herbs

Pour the wine into glasses and serve alongside the prepared charcuterie board for a delightful pairing.

Serve with Brancaia Ilatraia Rosso 2017

Brancaia Ilatraia Rosso 2017

Charcuterie Board Ingredients

Assorted Cheeses (e.g., aged cheddar, brie, gorgonzola)

Olives

Fresh Baguette

Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)

Dried Fruits (e.g., apricots, figs)

Honey

Fresh Herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme)

Chill the bottle of Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Open the bottle and let it breathe for 15-20 minutes before serving. Pour into wine glasses and enjoy.

Chill and Serve

Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Harvest Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from the vineyard at optimal ripeness.

Harvesting

Crush the grapes to extract juice and initiate fermentation.

Crushing

Add fermentation yeast to the juice and allow it to ferment for approximately 2 weeks at controlled temperatures.

Fermentation

After fermentation, press the wine to separate it from the grape skins.

Pressing

Transfer the wine to oak barrels for aging for at least 12 months.

Aging

Filter and bottle the wine, adding sulfur dioxide to preserve freshness.

Bottling

Cabernet Sauvignon Grapes

Fermentation Yeast

Tartaric Acid

Water

Sulfur Dioxide

Chill the bottle in a wine cooler or refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

Chilling the Wine

Open the bottle and pour the wine into a glass, allowing it to breathe for a few minutes to let the flavors develop.

Pouring the Wine

Savor the wine's rich flavors, noting the hints of dark fruit, spice, and oak.

Tasting Notes

Chappellet Vineyard 2019 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Refrigerate the bottle of Robert Craig Affinity 2019 for about 30 minutes prior to serving.

Chill the Wine

Choose a large wine glass to enhance the aroma and flavor of the wine.

Select Glassware

Open the bottle and pour the wine into the selected glass, filling it about one-third full.

Pour the Wine

Swirl the wine gently in the glass, inhale the aroma, and take a sip to enjoy the full experience.

Taste the Wine

Season the ribeye steaks with salt and pepper. Preheat the grill to high heat and grill the steaks for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

Grill the Ribeye Steak

Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with roasted garlic, butter, milk, salt, and pepper to taste.

Make Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add asparagus, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp.

Sauté the Asparagus

Robert Craig Affinity 2019 Napa Valley

Grilled Ribeye Steak

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Sautéed Asparagus

Harvest the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grapes during peak ripeness in the Napa Valley region.

Crush the grapes to release the juice and begin the fermentation process.

Add yeast to the crushed grapes and allow the mixture to ferment for about 2 weeks at controlled temperatures.

After fermentation, press the mixture to separate the liquid wine from the grape skins and seeds.

Transfer the wine to oak barrels and age for at least 18 months to develop flavors and complexity.

After aging, bottle the wine and allow it to rest for an additional year before release.

Merlot Grapes

Petit Verdot Grapes

Yeast

Sulfites

Select a large serving board or platter to arrange your ingredients.

Prepare the Board

Start by placing the assorted cheeses on the board, spacing them out for visual appeal.

Arrange the Cheeses

Next, arrange the cured meats around the cheeses, folding or rolling them for added texture.

Add Cured Meats

Add small bowls or piles of olives and nuts to fill in gaps and add variety.

Incorporate Olives and Nuts

Scatter fresh fruits throughout the board for color and sweetness.

Include Fresh Fruits

Place the artisan bread or crackers on one side of the board for easy access.

Serve with Bread or Crackers

Drizzle honey or place fig jam in a small bowl on the board as a sweet accompaniment.

Finish with Honey or Jam

Serve the prepared charcuterie board alongside the Elizabeth Spencer 2019 Napa Valley wine to enhance the flavors.

Wine Pairing

Charcuterie Board

Assorted cheeses (e.g., Brie, Cheddar, Gouda)

Cured meats (e.g., prosciutto, salami, chorizo)

Fresh fruits (e.g., grapes, figs, apples)

Artisan bread or crackers

Honey or fig jam

Place the bottle of Somerston Estate Priest Ranch 2019 Napa Valley in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to ensure it is at the optimal temperature.

Open the bottle carefully, allowing for any natural carbonation to escape. Pour the wine into a glass, filling it to about one-third full to allow for proper aeration.

Take a moment to appreciate the aromas before taking a sip. Allow the flavors to linger on your palate and enjoy the experience.

Enjoying the Wine

Somerston Estate Priest Ranch 2019 Napa Valley

In a small saucepan, combine the fresh blackberries, honey, and a splash of the Cabernet Sauvignon. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blackberries break down and form a sauce, about 10 minutes.

Prepare the Sauce

In a separate bowl, melt the dark chocolate using a microwave or a double boiler until smooth. Be careful not to overheat.

Melt the Chocolate

On a plate, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the ice cream, then spoon the blackberry sauce on top. Garnish with chopped walnuts.

Serve the Dish

Serve with a glass of Honig 2019 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon for a perfect match.

Pair with Wine

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Fresh Blackberries

Dark Chocolate (70% cocoa)

Walnuts, chopped

Vanilla Ice Cream

Select ripe Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah grapes. Harvest them by hand in the early morning to ensure optimal freshness.

Harvesting the Grapes

Crush and destem the grapes to release the juice while keeping the skins intact.

Crushing and Destemming

Transfer the crushed grapes to fermentation tanks. Add yeast and allow fermentation to occur at a controlled temperature of 25-28°C for about 2 weeks.

After primary fermentation, add malolactic bacteria to the wine. This secondary fermentation softens the acidity of the wine.

Malolactic Fermentation

Transfer the wine into oak barrels for aging. Allow to age for at least 12 months to develop complex flavors.

Once aging is complete, filter the wine and bottle it. Ensure proper sealing to preserve its quality.

Cabernet Sauvignon grapes

Merlot grapes

Syrah grapes

Malolactic bacteria

Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae)

Oak barrels (for aging)

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.

Prepare the Pasta

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Sauté the Garlic

Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to burst and release their juices.

Add Tomatoes

Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Tear fresh basil leaves and stir them into the pasta. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Season and Serve

Pasta

Olive Oil

Garlic

Cherry Tomatoes

Fresh Basil

Salt

Black Pepper

Parmesan Cheese

Select and harvest ripe Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc grapes.

Crush the grapes to release their juices and separate the skins.

Add yeast to the crushed grapes and allow fermentation to occur in a controlled temperature environment for 10-14 days.

Press the fermented mixture to separate the wine from the skins and solids.

Transfer the wine to oak barrels for aging. Allow it to age for 12-18 months.

After aging, filter the wine and bottle it using proper sanitation methods.

Petit Verdot grapes

Cabernet Franc grapes

Refrigerate the PlumpJack Cabernet Sauvignon for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance its flavor.

Select appropriate wine glasses. Cabernet Sauvignon is best served in a large-bowled glass.

Prepare Glassware

Pour the wine into the prepared glasses, filling each glass about one-third full to allow for aeration.

Swirl the wine gently in the glass to release its aromas, take a moment to appreciate the bouquet, and enjoy the rich flavors of the PlumpJack Cabernet Sauvignon.

Taste and Enjoy

PlumpJack Cabernet Sauvignon

Ensure the wine is at the right serving temperature, ideally between 16-18°C (60-65°F).

Preparation

Pour the wine into a decanter and let it breathe for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance its aromas and flavors.

Decanting

Serve in a proper Bordeaux wine glass to allow the wine to aerate and release its full bouquet.

Serving

Pair with rich dishes such as grilled lamb, beef, or aged cheeses to complement the wine's bold character.

Pairing

Chateau Laplagnotte – Bellevue Grand Cru 2019

Carefully hand-pick the Merlot grapes from the vineyard when they reach optimal ripeness.

Destem the grapes and crush them to extract the juice, allowing the skins to remain in contact for color and flavor.

Add yeast to the crushed grape mixture and allow it to ferment for approximately 2 weeks at controlled temperatures.

Once fermentation is complete, press the mixture to separate the liquid wine from the solid grape skins.

Transfer the wine to oak barrels for aging. Allow to age for 12-18 months to develop complexity and depth.

After aging, filter the wine and add sulfites before bottling. Seal and label the bottles for distribution.

Brancaia Ilatraia Rosso 2017 (cab Sauvignon Petit Verdot Cab Franc) Tuscany

Silver Oak 2018 Napa Valley, Ca

Cakebread Cellars 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Chappellet Vineyard 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Robert Craig Affinity 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Faust 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Elizabeth Spencer 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Somerston Estate Priest Ranch 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Honig 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Gorman Winery The Devil You Know 2019, Columbia Valley, Wa

Prelius 2020 Maremma Toscana, Ita

Brancaia Llatraia Rosso 2017 (cab Sauvignon Petit Verdot Cab Franc) Tuscany

Plumpjack 2019 Napa Valley, Ca

Chateau Laplagnotte – Bellevue Grand Cru 2019 Saint Emillion, Bordeaux, Fra

L'ecole No. 41 Merlot 2020 Columbia Valley, Wa

Poggio Landi 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino, Ita

San Giorgio Ugolforte Brunello Di Montalcino 2018, Ita

Val Delle Corti 2019 Chianti Classico, Ita

Giuseppe Corese, 2021 Barbera D'alba

Kosta Browne Gap's Crown Vineyard 2021 Sonoma Coast

Rivers – Marie Eagle, 2022 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast

Chev Pinot Noir 2019, Russian River Valley, Ca

Aubert 2022 Sonoma Coast, Ca

Lando 2021, Russian River Valley, Ca