Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken w/ Fennel & Parmesan Polenta

  This has been one of our most-requested Il Pranzo recipes to date!  Our Estate Chef’s creation is perfect for those summer grilling days, and pairs wonderfully with our Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.  The creamy, cheesy polenta plays perfectly off the vibrant flavors found in the grilled chicken. Ingredients 1 ea. chicken (broken down into 8…

Chocolate-Cabernet Truffles

These Chocolate-Cabernet truffles are incredibly decadent and perfect with a glass of our Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon.  What could be more perfect? For Centers 14 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1/4 cup Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2 tablespoons crème de cacao 2 tablespoons crème de cassis Pinch of salt 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream For Coating 8 ounces…

Braised Shortrib Flatbread

This delicious flatbread recipe was a hit at our recent Spring Wine Release Party! With juicy braised short rib, smoked gouda, and pickled chilies, it was amazing paired alongside our newly-released Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. Ingredients 2 lbs boneless beef short ribs2 Tbsp Round Pond Italian Varietal Extra Virgin Olive Oilsalt and pepper1 each yellow onion,…

Chocolate Mousse Pie

This Chocolate Mousse Pie recipe comes from our Trade Assistant Nicole’s great aunt Trudy. Nicole’s mom Teresa made this pie every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas, but we think it’s a welcome treat anytime! Ingredients 2+ cups chocolate cookie wafers (Oreos) 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 8 oz cream cheese 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp…

Beet and Goat Cheese Terrine

This terrine makes a beautiful brunch dish for a special gathering.  If you can’t find watercress, you can substitute baby or micro arugula. Serve with our Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients 8 golden beets, unpeeled 6 ounces fresh goat cheese 2 ounces cream cheese 1 Tbsp fennel, finely diced 3 Tbsp lemon juice 1 Tbsp tarragon, lightly…

Grilled Carrot Hummus

The smoky sweetness of the grilled carrots combined with the silky-smooth citrus flavor of Round Pond Blood Orange Olive Oil makes this anything but the same-old hummus. Created by our Estate Chef to pair beautifully with our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.  Ingredients 5 carrots, grilled ½ cup canned garbanzo beans 3 Tbsp garbanzo bean liquid 3…

Roasted Beet Salad

The addition of grapefruit provides a balance of earthiness with a splash of acidity in this beautifully colorful Roasted Beet Salad. The acidity of the citrus is a perfect complement to our Proprietary White Wine. Ingredients: 4 red beets 3 yellow beets 4 Tbsp olive oil 4 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 4 Tbsp +…

parm mushroom gnocchi

Parmesan Gnocchi With Mushrooms

This Parmesan Gnocchi with Mushrooms is easier to make than you think and makes such an impressive entrée when paired with our Estate Sauvignon Blanc or Jannine Bovet Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients: 12 oz water 1-1/2 sticks unsalted butter 9 oz all-purpose flour 6 eggs 7 oz Parmesan cheese, grated 8-10 oz hen of the…

Apple-Bread-Pudding

Apple Bread Pudding

There might not be a wrong way to make a bread pudding, but Chef Jamie’s Apple Bread Pudding is definitely the right way! Whether you use brioche, challah, or sweet bread, the result is a custard-like apple-ly pudding that pairs wonderfully with either our Angelica port-style dessert wine. Ingredients 2 loaves brioche, challah, or Hawaiian sweet…

Steamed Mussels With Vadouvan Spice

This fantastic Steamed Mussel with Vadouvan spice dish is full of teasing flavors to excite your palate. Smoky spice is enhanced with the bite of jalapeño and tempered with a light white wine, shallot and garlic broth. Pair with our delightful Estate Sauvignon Blanc for an easy and elegant supper to remember. Ingredients 8 slices…