Behind the Scenes

How it’s made: Estate Blood Orange Olive Oil

As one of two olive mills in Napa Valley, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to begin processing olives only minutes after harvest, ensuring the team can capture each varietal’s enticing aromatics and ripe flavors. Milled with Blood Orange peels, this olive oil has a signature, sweet, voluptuous character, perfect for any sauce or…

Earth Day is Every Day at Round Pond!

Here at Round Pond Estate we’re committed to sustainability year-round, not just on Earth Day. We are rooted in People, Place, and Purpose, as we prioritize environmental responsibility, community engagement, and inclusivity. People: Diversity | Equity | Balance At Round Pond Estate, diversity, equity, and balance are integral values. We foster a community that values each…

The 2023 Vintage: A Remarkable Year

2023 proved to be an extraordinary year for wine, a vintage that will surely captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike. After enduring a challenging three-year drought, our vineyards welcomed a rejuvenating downpour of nearly 30 inches of rain, breathing new life into the stressed vines and soils. This vintage was marked by a cooler spring, causing…

Updates from the Vineyard

As winter turns to spring, our vineyards begin to wake up to prepare for the next vintage. As we move towards summer, the action really picks up and we see the vineyards work in earnest to start crafting the our 2023 wines! In winter, while the vines were dormant, our vineyard management team began pruning,…

Reasons to Visit Napa in the Winter

When people image a visit to Napa Valley, they often picture the jewel tones of fall, lush vineyards, and harvest activities –  but the real pros know that winter is one of the best times to visit! From beautiful scenery and fewer people to VIP access and hard-to-get reservations, we believe that winter is an…

Experience the Olive Mill

Our Olive Mill is once again open for tasting and tours! Join us to learn more about the history of our mill, the process of harvesting and making olive oil, and experience a tasting of our fresh Estate Oils, Infused Oils, and Red Wine Vinegars. When the MacDonnell family decided to make their own estate…

Sustainability Series Part III: Purpose

Sustainability is now and has always been at the heart of what we do here at Round Pond Estate. For over 40 years, we have had the honor of stewarding this land. Sustainability is not a one-time achievement, but rather a process, and we are constantly working on new ways to be conscious of how…

Sustainability Series Part II: Place

Sustainability is now and has always been at the heart of what we do here at Round Pond Estate. For over 40 years, we have had the honor of stewarding this land. Sustainability is not a one-time achievement, but rather a process, and we are constantly working on new ways to be conscious of how…

Sustainability Series Part I: People

Sustainability is now and has always been at the heart of what we do here at Round Pond Estate. For over 40 years, we have had the honor of stewarding this land. Sustainability is not a one-time achievement, but rather a process, and we are constantly working on new ways to be conscious of how…

Farm to Table, Grape to Glass

It doesn’t get more local than this: harvesting produce from your own backyard to serve alongside wines grown on that same estate. This is the story of the Round Pond culinary garden: four acres of land teeming with local fruits, veggies, and virtually every herb and spice under the sun.  We have the privilege of…

From Bud to Bottle—Following a Vine Through the Seasons

The most exhilarating, action-packed time of year is almost upon us: harvest season, where we reach the culmination of the vine-growing season and get the first taste of what the 2022 vintage will bring. So we’re taking a look back on how we got here: the parts of each grape growing season and why each…

Wine & Dine—Our Guide to Bringing Wine to a Restaurant

Did you know many restaurants allow you to bring a bottle from your personal wine collection? Whether visiting a wine-centered destination like Napa Valley or dining at your favorite restaurant at home, there’s something special about bringing a special selection from your cellar. We’ve put together our top four tips for toting your favorite wines.…

Sustainability on the Estate

Sustainability is now and has always been at the heart of what we do here at Round Pond Estate. We want to make sure that every step of the process—from grape to bottle—is as sustainable as possible. That’s why we’re constantly working on new ways to be conscious of how we utilize our resources. We’re…