The Daily Flight Blog
Understanding wine labels can be confusing. What does it mean when a label declares the wine is from California versus another that claims to be from a specific vineyard in a particular AVA? Why does one wine label profess to be a red blend, when another label lists a particular varietal(s)? Most of...
On March 8th, International Women’s Day, we celebrate the fine Women of Wine. In a male dominated wine industry, Cellar Angels often features women-owned wineries and female winemakers, elevating their career accomplishments and premium Napa and Sonoma artisan wines.
While this is not a full list,...
By Jennifer Waitte
Vintner Barry Waitte was always of opinion that Tamber Bey’s wine program should focus on the Bordeaux varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Sauvignon Blanc.
For years, our portfolio has focused on single-varietal wines and blends using these Bordeaux...
Courtesy of Natalie Coughlin Hall of Gaderian Wines
This Wild Mushroom Risotto recipe will pair beautifully with Gaderian Wines 2018 Carneros Pinot Noir. The earthy mushrooms are a perfect match for the earthiness of the Pinot while the cooked and fresh thyme bring out the savory herbaceous of the wine....
Courtesy of Natalie Coughlin Hall of Gaderian Wines
This is my variation of my Great Grandma Aguillon’s ukoy recipe from my cookbook Cook To Thrive. It’s essentially a Filipino shrimp fritter. It pairs perfectly with our Chenin Blanc. The implied sweetness from the tropical and honeyed aromas of the...
What are the best chicken dishes to serve with Chardonnay?
A successful food and wine match depends on fundamental food pairing guidelines, shared by Sommelier/Author/Educator John Laloganes in his book, The Essentials of Wine with Food Pairing Techniques. Consider the following:
Mirror Wine & Food...
A match made in history, the caretaker of Migliavacca Wine Company‘s liquid legacy is both an accomplished winemaker and an ardent preservationist. Vin Traverso cut his teeth as the long-time right-hand to master winemaker Kirk Venge, inheriting the ‘garden our grapes’ philosophy that...
Feeding The Soul podcast hosts John Laloganes and Chef Wook Kang share their favorite ways to Grill and Barbecue (otherwise referred to as Smoke) meats this summer. This process is not an exact science, but there are a few tips to incorporate into your practice to assure success.
Episode Cliff Notes
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Blog Courtesy of Winemaker Elise Nerlove of Elkhorn Peak Cellars
What is Pét Nat?
Known as “hipster bubbles” by wine lovers, Pét Nat (short for Pétillant Naturel, which means “naturally sparkling” in French) is a winemaking method that predates Champagne, and has been enjoyed by the French for centuries.
How...
Celebrating Many Milestones at Laurel Glen Vineyard
