Chili-Lime Grilled Corn

This grilled corn on the cob with chili-lime butter ups the ante on your backyard barbeques.  The combination of chili and lime adds delicious spice to the sweet smokiness of the grilled corn, pairing wonderfully with our Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients 4 ears of corn on the cob, husk removed 4 tsp Round Pond Italian Varietal…

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…

Chili-Braised Short Rib Sopes

Sopes are thick tostada that is only fried to cook the outsides while keeping the inside soft and delicious. Estate chef’s Chili-Braised Beef Shortrib Sope with radish, goat cheese, cilantro, and Chili Oil makes a fantastic appetizer and pairs wonderfully with our Proprietary Red Wine! Ingredients:For the short ribs2 lbs beef short ribs2 each carrots2…

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,…

Vadouvan Chicken Sandwich w/Grilled Lemon Aioli

The addition of Vadouvan spice to this chicken sandwich is artfully combined with a fantastically versatile Meyer Lemon aioli topping, making this a stellar pairing for our Proprietary White Wine. Ingredients 4 each Roma tomatoes 2 Tbsp Round Pond Italian Varietal Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Tbsp salt 1 Tbsp thyme, chopped ½ cup plain yogurt…

Duck Confit Grilled Cheese With Pear Mostarda

Grilled cheese is the ultimate comfort food, but our Estate Chef has elevated this classic with the addition of smoky, rich duck confit, and the delightfully sweet tang of a pear mostarda. Wonderfully decadent, this sandwich works wonderfully as an appetizer and pairs wonderfully with our Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Ingredients 4 pears, cut into small…

Roasted Garlic & Mushroom Flatbread with Kale Pesto

This delicious and easy flatbread makes an impressive pairing for our Proprietary Red Blend, and can be easily sliced into bite-sized pieces and served as canapes. Ingredients 2 each “Stonefire” brand flatbreads or naan breads 3 packs Maitake mushrooms 6 oz. Crescenza cheese 2 heads garlic 1 Tbsp Round Pond Italian Varietal Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 1…

Cauliflower and Potato Gratin

Chef Conor Esser at Kitchen Door in Napa gives us this fantastic potato au gratin recipe incorporating one of his favorite winter vegetables: cauliflower. Chef says, “As a child, I always loved when my mom would make potatoes au gratin, often my favorite part of holiday meals…Cheers, and Happy Holidays!” Ingredients  1 small head cauliflower, 1.5-2 lbs, washed…

Cauliflower Potage

Earthy and elegant, this creamy cauliflower soup is a “wow” for a dinner party. Leave out the roasted apples and it’s easy enough for a weeknight. Pair with our Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients 1 lb Yukon Gold Potatoes, diced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 3 large heads cauliflower, diced Salt and pepper to taste 2 golden…