In our exploration for the best that Napa has to offer, we found the wine and food pairing at the Kuleto Estate. Usually, wine and food pairings at wineries mean a hunk of cheese, dry bread, and a slice of salami. That is far from the case at Kuleto. With his restaurant background, this is [...]

Winemaker and consultant Eduoard Labeye is taking us on a tour of southern France. This maritime region is famous for its blends. Generally speaking, in more stable continental climates single-varietal wines are common. But in these more unpredictable weather patterns, it makes sense to have a variety of grapes to choose from. Not to mention [...]

We just received another shipment of our Little Vineyards club selection. Popped the Cab the other night and it was awesome. From our notes:
Color: Deep pomegranate.
Nose: Ripe notes of sumac and wild black currant with undertones of oak. A bit of alcohol still on this youngster, but nothing to be afraid of.
Palate: Explosive dark and [...]

What’s it like to be a busy consulting winemaker in the south of France? We take a road trip with Eduoard Labeye on a typical work week to find out. Edoard is simply one of the most beloved winemakers in France, but he also consults for some pretty big names (who will remain unmentioned) in [...]