Smoked Salmon Lollipops

A delightful, bite-sized appetizer with smoked salmon that features Round Pond Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and pairs wonderfully with our Estate Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients 6 oz cream cheese 8 oz fresh goat cheese 6 oz smoked salmon 2 Tbsp Round Pond Estate Meyer Lemon Olive Oil 1 tsp black sea salt ¼ cup chives, finely sliced…

Gruyère Gougères

Gougères are amazingly easy and elegant hors-d’oeuvre for any party, and pair with almost any wine flawlessly. They also freeze exceptionally well, which makes it even easier come party time. Just reheat in a 375-degree oven until warmed through. Ingredients 1 cup water 2 ounces unsalted butter 1-1/2 ounces Round Pond Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil…

Chanterelle Risotto

Searching for wild chanterelles is kind of like an adult Easter egg hunt – they usually pop up after the second big rain of the autumn.  Once you are SURE that you have chanterelles in your basket, try this risotto with your finds.  Pairs wonderfully with our Estate Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients 1 pound chanterelle mushrooms (or shiitake)…

Thyme Gougère

These delicious French cheese puffs make phenomenal hors d’oeuvres! This easy recipe comes to us from our Estate Chef. Chef says: “These are the perfect pairing with red wine and are something that I just love to make around the holidays.” Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 tsp kosher salt 18 Tbsp unsalted butter 12…

Crab A Choux

These delicious easy crispy crab puffs come to us courtesy of Napa Valley Chef Marvin Martin. Chef says: “This is one of my favorites to serve at home or take to a holiday party. These puffs pair with any wine you like from Champagne to a big red wine because of the cheese and richness…

Grilled Chicken and Fennel Salad

With underlying sweet tarragon and acidity, this crisp fennel and grilled chicken salad pairs perfectly with the citrus and stone fruits notes of our Estate Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients 3 fennel bulbs, fronds & core removed, reserve fronds 1 bunch radishes 3 stalks celery, ribs removed 2 Tbsp fresh tarragon, lightly chopped 1 cup Meyer lemon juice…

Halibut With Leek And Fennel

This Halibut with Leek and Fennel recipe makes an elegant meal with minimal effort, and pairs wonderfully with our Estate Sauvignon Blanc Ingredients 2 halibut fillets 3 Tbsp Round Pond Meyer Lemon Olive Oil ½ medium leek, sliced lengthwise in half then sliced thin ½ medium fennel bulb, cored and sliced thin 1 clove garlic, peeled…

Housemade Chip With Caviar

This simple chip with crème fraîche and caviar is so simple but deliciously elegant! Pairs wonderfully with our Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. Ingredients: 3 russet potatoes 1/2 cup crème fraîche 1 oz salmon caviar 1 bunch chives 1 tsp Round Pond Estate Meyer Lemon Olive Oil Begin by squaring off the potatoes, then cut them into 8…

Ahi Tuna Bites

Sunny, simple, and fresh; all wonderful traits for an appetizer to have.  The preserved lemon and avocado in these delectable Ahi Tuna Bites complement the creamy body of our Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc perfectly. Ingredients 1 lb ahi tuna (sushi grade), cut into 1/2” cubes 6 6-inch corn tortillas, cut into 3” by ¾” strips and fried 2…