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…
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…
Tis’ the season for gathering en masse and savoring the company of our nearest and dearest over tasty bites and decadent dinners. Who knows better how to feed the whole clan than the “artists in aprons” called chefs? We asked a few of our favorite Napa Valley chefs what they bring to the table when they go visiting – and…
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…
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…
Our Estate chef’s latest Il Pranzo recipe is a wonderful combination of the sultry flavors and colors of autumn! Delicious balsamic-glazed chicken is topped by earthy roasted beets and figs tossed in our singular Blood Orange olive oil and crowned with fresh arugula. Pairs perfectly with our Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Ingredients 1 whole chicken, cut into…
This traditional Bolognese recipe comes from our good friend, Joan Stagnaro. She says that just the smell of it simmering in the kitchen all day makes her think of cold weather & sweaters. Paired with our old-world style Proprietary Super Tuscan, this is la ottimo cena (the best dinner)! Ingredients 1 lb beef stew meat 1 lb lamb…
This traditional pasta sauce is based on Guanciale (cured pork jowl), Pecorino cheese, and tomato. Originating from the town of Amartice in mountainous Lazio, the Sugo all’Amatriciana is one of the best-known sauces in Italian cuisine, and pairs wonderfully with our Proprietary Super Tuscan. Ingredients: 1 lb guanciale or bacon, diced 2 Tbsp Round Pond Italian Varietal Extra Virgin…
This Parmesan Gnocchi with Mushrooms is easier to make than you think and makes such an impressive entrée when paired with our 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 woods mushrooms 4 Tbsp…
This simple beef stew is one we love here at Round Pond, using the bounty from the garden to warm our kitchens and tummies on cold days. Pair it with our Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Ingredients 1 1/4 lb beef sirloin, diced 1 cup red wine 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp Round Pond Italian Varietal Extra Virgin Olive…