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 [...]
Oct
18
Napa’s Best: Wine and Food Pairing at Kuleto Estate
Category: California, Food, Napa, North America, Travel Guide, United States, Winery Guide |
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Oct
16
Road Trip to the Languedoc
Category: Food, France, Languedoc, Travel Guide |
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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 [...]
Oct
15
Tasting: Little Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon
Category: California, Sonoma, Travel Guide, United States, Wine Reviews, Winery Guide |
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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 [...]
Oct
15
The Kuleto Estate
Category: California, Food, United States, Winery Guide |
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We just did a bunch of work at the Kuleto Estate and it’s definitely our new favorite winery in Napa. We are just blown away by the beauty and laid back, friendly atmosphere up there. It’s a ways off the beaten path, up on a mountain overlooking Lake Hennessey and Rutherford on the eastern side [...]


