#chateau montelena

[feralchaton]

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#photography #feralchaton #swan #movement #ripples #reflections #my photos #nature #green #white #orange #chateau montelena #california

[pointreyesjournal]

Fessing Up : ep110

Sunday afternoon and I restart the group text to Henrik and Flood.

Me: You cocksuckers better meet me at the pub tonight. I want to hear all about your Napa weekend without me. Next time, just tell me it’s couples only, I can handle it.

Henrik: Okay, we’ll see you at about 7pm. See if you can get the high top table.

Flood: Sorry about that mang.

Me: Yadda yadda yadda. You fuckers can apolgize by buying beers tonight. For the record … I had a fine weekend without you twats. I went out to Point Reyes and made some nice photographs.

To their credit, Henrik and Flood decided it was best to jettison their female companions before arriving at the pub so that I can get the full attention I deserve after “the snub.”

Me: Okay, let’s hear all about it.

Henrik: Nothing to tell really. Just getting to know Beri.

Me: Flood?

Flood: We did a lot of wine tasting and hanging out by the pool.

Me: That’s it? No details per se?

Flood: It was pretty chill.

Me: Where did you have dinner?

Flood: Oh dinner? Yeah, well that is a detail. We uhhh …

Henrik: Which night? We cooked one night. Steaks on the barbecue.

Me: Hmmm … the thick plottens. Where did you scoundrels take the girls for dinner?

Flood: It was a Thomas Keller restaurant.

Me: You mother fuckers went to The French Laundry. Without me!

Henrik: I’m so sorry little brother. That was the whole reason for going to Napa this weekend. I had a connection that got us a table for four. The reservation was a set thing, I couldn’t add to it.

Me: Guys … I know we’re compadres and do a lot together, so there’s some expectation that I’m included. But let me tell you this, it hurts that you tried to hide this from me. Honesty and being forthright is always the best policy. Opportunities arise, and not everyone can be included on all occasions.

Henrik: We didn’t want to hurt your feelings man, for not including you.

Me: Yeah, but now you hurt my feelings by lying to me. If you were just honest with me from the start, I wouldn’t feel deceived. Wouldn’t you rather feel left out than deceived?

Henrik: I’m sorry man.

Me: Can we just stick to the bro code? Just be honest with me and I’ll be happy for you on any adventures you have in life, even if they don’t include me. I’m a big boy.

Henrik and Flood both hold up their pints to make a toast … “To bro code.”

Me: Any other details you wish to share with me, about the weekend?

Flood: Well, if we’re coming clean completely …

Henrik: We got a private winemaker’s tour of one of the vineyards.

Me: Oh really? That sounds cool. Where?

Henrik: Chateau Montelena.

Me: You got a private tour of Chateau Montelena?

Henrik: One on one with the winemaker.

Me: You got a private tour of Chateau Montelena with Bo Barrett?

Henrik: Beri was … beri impressed.

Me: I’ll bet she was. Flood, what did Autumn think?

Flood: It was pretty special mang.

Me: I’ll bet it was. So listen … I’m going to make you a deal. I’m going to let you two off the hook here, because you saved my life two weeks ago, and the only reason I’m here today is because you two busted me out of that hospital. So we’re square. But next time, just be honest with me. Promise?

“We promise”

#novel #first person narrative #san francisco #napa valley #napa #chateau montelena

[strawbubbysugar]

Aaaaaaaaaddddddmmmmmmiiiiiinnnnnnn

How much alcohol is on the ship?

He is happy to assist in whatever way you wish. Care for a lovely Chateau Montelena Chardonnay?

#ask #alien project #there is a bar/lounge on the ship <3

[hollowmaison]

any song recs that are perfect for slowing down and warming up?

hiroshi yoshimura's 'green' always calms me after a long, tedious day. kath bloom’s tall grass. and sade, you can never go wrong with sade. pair with a nice little meal and a glass of chateau montelena's cabernet sauvignon.

[thenewsart]

Wine pioneer Miljenko ‘Mike’ Grgich dies at 100, leaving lasting legacy in Napa Valley

Miljenko “Mike” Grgich, a renowned winemaker instrumental in establishing Napa Valley’s global prominence, has died at the age of 100. Born in Croatia in 1923, Grgich learned winemaking from his father and left for California in 1954. His impact on the global wine industry was significant, according to Napa Valley Vintners and Chateau Montelena. Miljenko “Mike” Grgich, a celebrated winemaker who…

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[leotechevo]

#leotechevo #top #reviews #discover #LeoTechEvo

[grandeurandwonderinside]

This past weekend we hiked 10.5 miles to the Bells Mountain trail for Deer Mountain and bought Chateau Montelena Chardonnay because of the movie we were inspired from

Then we went out to Nongs Khao with David and Heather again after the Portland Art Museum tour

[thisdaywinehistory]

Napa Valley Wine Chronicles: A Captivating Saga of Winemaking Heritage

Northern California's Napa Valley is widely recognized as one of the world's best wine-producing areas, with a remarkable wine history stretching back more than 150 years. Napa Valley's beautiful vineyards and reputation for producing world-class wines have made it a popular tourist destination. Let's look into the fascinating tale of Napa Valley's rise to prominence as a winemaking mecca.

European immigrants, mainly those from Italy and Germany, began cultivating grapes in Napa wine history during the middle of the nineteenth century because of the region's ideal temperature and soil. It wasn't until the 1860s, however, that Napa Valley saw the opening of its first commercial wineries. German immigrant Charles Krug established the region's first commercial winery in 1861; he is widely recognized as the "Father of Napa Valley Wine." The quality of wines made in Napa Valley has greatly increased because of Krug's dedication to the craft and his implementation of modern processes like cool fermentation.

Many early pioneers, like Gustave Niebaum of Inglenook Winery and Jacob Beringer of Beringer Vineyards, helped build wineries in Napa Valley in the latter half of the nineteenth century. The various microclimates and volcanic soils of Napa Valley were immediately recognized as excellent for cultivating high-quality wine grapes by these pioneers. They helped put Napa Valley on the map by creating world-class wines and striving for excellence at all costs.

The development of Napa Valley's wine industry has, however, not been without obstacles. When Prohibition began in 1920, it inflicted a devastating blow to the wine business, prompting many Napa Valley vineyards to either shut down or shift their focus to making sacramental and medicinal wines. The wine industry in Napa Valley would not begin to recover until Prohibition was repealed in 1933, after a 13-year hiatus.

Napa Valley's wine business flourished again after Prohibition, this time with an emphasis on producing high-quality wines. Napa Valley's grasp of viticulture and winemaking has been bolstered by the development of the University of California, Davis as a prominent centre for wine research and instruction. Improvements in wine quality have resulted from winemakers' ongoing experimentation with new grape types, vineyard management, and winemaking methods.

An important turning point in Napa Valley's wine history occurred in the '60s and '70s, a time period known as the "Judgment of Paris." A blind tasting event comparing California wines against French wines took place in Paris in 1976, and it was organized by British wine trader Steven Spurrier. Chardonnay from Chateau Montelena and Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, both from Napa Valley, shocked the wine industry by besting illustrious French wines to earn top honours. The quality of Napa Valley wines was on display during this landmark event, solidifying the region's reputation as a top producer of vino.

The wine business in Napa Valley wine history has thrived ever since, drawing in resources and inspiring new ideas. There are currently several well-known wine estates, vineyards run by families, and boutique wineries in the area.

[upvalleyinn]

Upvalley Inn — Best Place To Stay In Calistoga

If you’re looking for a cozy and charming place to stay in the heart of California’s wine country, then look no further than UpValley Inn in Calistoga. This quaint and inviting inn offers guests a unique and relaxing experience with its comfortable accommodations, lush gardens, and easy access to all that Calistoga has to offer.

Located in the picturesque Napa Valley, UpValley Inn is the perfect place to stay for those who want to explore the many vineyards and wineries in the area. The inn is just a short drive from some of the most popular wine destinations, including Sterling Vineyards, Castello di Amorosa, and Chateau Montelena. Guests can also take a stroll through downtown Calistoga, where they’ll find charming shops, restaurants, and galleries.

But there’s more to UpValley Inn than just its location. The inn itself is a tranquil oasis, with lush gardens and a peaceful courtyard where guests can relax and unwind. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with all the amenities you need to make your stay enjoyable, including flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and luxurious bedding.

In addition to its comfortable accommodations, UpValley Inn also offers a range of amenities that are sure to please. Guests can start their day with a complimentary continental breakfast, which includes fresh fruit, pastries, and coffee. There’s also a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, where guests can take a refreshing dip or soak away their worries.

For those who want to stay active during their stay, the inn has a fitness center with cardio and weight equipment, as well as a tennis court and bicycles available for guest use. And if you need to catch up on work, there’s a business center with computers and printers available.

But perhaps the best thing about UpValley Inn is its friendly and attentive staff. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome and provided with everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. Whether you need recommendations for local restaurants or help planning your wine tasting itinerary, the staff at UpValley Inn is always happy to assist.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a charming and comfortable place to stay in Calistoga, UpValley Inn is an excellent choice. With its convenient location, tranquil setting, and attentive staff, you’re sure to have a memorable and enjoyable stay.

#UpValley Inn #bestplacestostayincalistoga #besthotelincalistoga #calistoga

[travelingjoe]

Napa to Calistoga, California Feb 2023 — Tastings at the wineries is what today is all about. We have three booked for today. First up is Chateau Montelena. Pretty impressive place and we had a nice chatty group with us for the tasting even in light of the 10:30am start. The Japanese garden seemed a bit incongruous with the chateau but who am I to judge. They were both pretty.

[dionarastart]

Es una bodega que habla por si sola... hablemos resumidamente de uno de los acontecimientos más importantes en el mundo del vino. Se trata del evento conocido como: Judgment of Paris de 1976 que fue la primera degustación comparativa y a ciegas entre vinos franceses y californianos organizada por Steven Spurrier, un #winelover que nunca hubiese imaginado el revuelo que este acontecimiento en el mundo del vino ocacionaría. El jurado se conformaba en su mayoría de franceses, y degustaron dos cepas cabernet sauvignon y #chardonnay cuyos ganadores (sorpresa para el jurado) fueron: Stag's Leap Wine Cellars (cosecha 1973) en tintos y @chmontelena (cosecha 1973) en blancos, ambas bodegas de USA. Recomiendo ver la película “Bottle Shock” para más información. Fue una REVOLUCIÓN en esa época que sirvió para que la cultura del vino observe con otros ojos los vinos del nuevo mundo, y así fué... #wineaddict #winelovers #wineoclock #winetime #winelife #wineaddict #winegeek #lovewine #winephotographer #wineinstagram #winegram #instawine #winetasting #wineblogger #wineblog #sommelier #topwine #drinkit #wine #winery #wineenthusiast #winewinewine #winecountry #whitewinelover #whitewine #酒 #ワイン #NapaValley (en Chateau Montelena Winery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkO-8Ferlfy/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#winelover #chardonnay #wineaddict #winelovers #wineoclock #winetime #winelife #winegeek #lovewine #winephotographer #wineinstagram #winegram #instawine #winetasting #wineblogger #wineblog #sommelier #topwine #drinkit #wine #winery #wineenthusiast #winewinewine #winecountry #whitewinelover #whitewine #酒 #ワイン #napavalley

[swagenemygalaxy]

À, đồ uống sau bữa tối. Cho dù bạn vừa tiêu dùng bữa tối tại nhà, bữa tiệc của bạn bè, hay nhà <a href="https://ruouvn.com/ruou-vang">rượu nho Port: đa số những gì bạn cần biết về thức uống phổ biến này của ý trung nhân Đào Nha</a>

Chúng ta sở hữu thiên hướng quên rằng rượu nho Chile thực sự rất tích cực. Đây là lý do vì sao chúng ta ko nên quá kinh ngạc lúc giá rượu chát Chile cao cấp nâng cao cao.

Chile là đất nước cung cấp rượu vang thượng hạng được Nhận định cao. ngành công nghiệp rượu nho ở Chile lừng danh với chất lượng và sự đa dạng, và quốc gia này đã cung cấp ra 1 số dòng rượu nho ngon nhất trên thế giới.

Trong phần này, chúng tôi sẽ hội tụ vào rượu vang Chile. Đây là một trong các cái rượu rộng rãi nhất ở Chile. 1 thí dụ lý tưởng để cho thấy trợ lý viết bằng ai sở hữu thể giúp người viết nội dung như thế nào.

rượu vang Chile là chiếc rượu đắt thứ 2 trên toàn cầu, sau Pháp. đó là 1 giá trị tốt cho tiền.

ngành công nghiệp rượu chát Chile đã tăng trưởng nhanh chóng trong những năm gần đây và nó được dự báo là một trong những ngành nghề công nghiệp phát triển nhanh nhất ở Nam Mỹ. các dịch vụ rượu chát Chile mang tiếng tăm rất khả quan về chất lượng, tính nhất quán và tính vững bền. đất nước này với đa dạng tên gọi được công nhận vì sự xuất sắc của họ, chẳng hạn như:

Vào đầu thế kỷ 21, rượu chát Chile trở thành rất phổ thông trên toàn cầu. không những thế, đấy chỉ là 1 số ít những nhà máy rượu với đủ khả năng xuất khẩu rượu của họ sang những nước khác. Phải mất phổ thông thập kỷ Chile mới với thể xuất khẩu rượu nho của mình để với thể cạnh tranh có những nước khác như Pháp và Ý.

rượu chát Chile hồ hết được cung ứng ở khu rượu vang chile vn drink vực phía nam của Chile với tên gọi La Serena. các vườn nho nằm trong những thung lũng sở hữu độ cao từ hai.000 tới 3.000 mét so có mực nước biển. các ngọn đồi này hứng chịu gió mạnh và lượng mưa, điều này khiến cho chúng trở thành hoàn hảo để trồng nho. để đáp ứng những trái nho chất lượng cao, những chủ nhà máy rượu đã phải đầu tư phần lớn tiền vào hệ thống tưới tiêu sở hữu thể lên đến 25 triệu đô la mỗi năm. Điều này giảng giải vì sao hồ hết

rượu nho là 1 sản phẩm được cung ứng bởi nho. Nho được trồng trong vườn nho, nơi chúng được thu hoạch và chế biến. Sau ấy rượu được đóng chai, ủ và bán cho người dùng.

ngành công nghiệp rượu chát Chile đã lớn mạnh nhanh chóng trong những thập kỷ qua. Nó đã trở nên một trong các dịch vụ rượu chát cao cấp to nhất trên toàn cầu. Năm 2015, Chile đã xuất khẩu các mẫu rượu vang hảo hạng giá trị hơn 5 tỷ USD tới khoảng 100 quốc gia trên toàn thế giới.

nhãn hàng bán chạy nhất của đất nước là Viña Casablanca, thuộc vị trí số ba trong danh sách các mẫu rượu cao cấp bán chạy nhất trên toàn thế giới (tính theo số lượng bán ra). những nhãn hàng nức danh khác bao gồm Chateau Pichu, Chateau Montelena và Chateau Leflaive. các nhãn hiệu này cũng phổ biến mang

[movieassholes]

I'd rather owe ten banks than your mother. Oh, by the way, I fired Gustavo.

Jim Barrett - Bottle Shock (2008)

#bottle shock #bill pullman #alan rickman #chris pine #randall miller #napa valley #wine snobs #chateau montelena #judgement of paris

[haybug1]

Wine and Art of the Day: Chateau Montelena and Artist Darrell Hill

Wine and Art of the Day: Chateau Montelena and Artist Darrell Hill

I wear a lot of hats….I always have. My days at Nielsen Media juggling 6 or 7 media markets resulting in dozens of television groups, stations, and agency clients taught me the ability to multi-task with an understanding that if I didn’t figure out how to manage them all, and sell a little something now and then, I wouldn’t survive. I became one of the youngest Vice President’s in the company’s…

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#wineandart #wineoftheday #Cabernet Sauvignon #Chateau Montelena #Darrell Hill #Judgement of Paris #Lahaina Galleries #Napa Valley #Napa Valley Vintners #pairing

[sommeliersims]

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but Chateau Montelena of Napa Valley changed how the world views California (and US) wines. Back in 2014 when I was studying to become a sommelier I had to write a paper, we were free to choose the subject as long as it had to do with wine (obviously...duh). So since I love my Cali wine, I chose the history of Napa Valley leading up the famous blind tasting in Paris 1976, AKA 1976 Judgement of Paris. Long story short, Steven Spurrier organized a blind wine tasting between California and French wines. Shockingly the Chateau Montelena chardonnay won the white wine category, beating some of Burgundy’s finest wines. Anyhoo, Chateau Montelena just became available here in Norway, though very limitedly - and I was so happy to finally taste one of their wines, their red Cabernet Sauvignon. Their infamous chardonnay who beat the french in 1976 is still on my bucket list - but now there is hope!

Also, if you want a very light hearted and fun movie about said events starring the great late Alan Rickman and Chris Pine in a bad wig check out Bottle Shock

#non sims #wine #wine tasting #chateau montelena #judgement of paris #steven spurrier #napa valley #california wine #alan rickman

[globetrottingwino]

The Napa Valley Vino con Vista Wine Train Adventure to the Grgich Hills Estate

Napa Valley Wine Train, Napa Valley, California, USA (Photo credit: jimg944) Logo (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Napa Valley Wine Train, Napa Valley, California, USA (Photo credit: jimg944) California – Rutherford: Grgich Hills Estate – Grape Stomping (Photo credit: wallyg) California winery Chateau Montelena in Calistoga, Napa Valley. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)   Get the Wine Train Bay Area Connection…

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