Notes from the Vineyard

Pairings with a Sense of Place

July 16, 2021

It can be quite warm in the Alexander Valley during the summer, so we don’t always feel like spending a lot of time in a hot kitchen. Our Co-Founder Elena Reynoso is excited to share some of her favorite family recipes that we frequently turn to throughout the warmer months to enjoy alongside our wines—while staying cool!

Spring Release ’21

May 17, 2021

We’re thrilled to announce four new 2018 vintage wines have arrived! These Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs tell an incredible story of the terroir from which they come, and are standouts in our portfolio. Read on as we dive into each of these wines, provide you with quintessential food pairings, perfectly paired books, and even some song choices as you sip!

The importance of timing

April 22, 2021

In this video, Nathan Baty discusses his philosophy on timing and how having an in house crew helps with all the important decisions that must be made day by day.

It’s Spring time, so what is happening in the vineyard?

April 22, 2021

Join our Consulting Viticulturist, Nathan Baty, discussing what happens in the vineyard at this time of year including floor management, cover crop, shoot thinning and suckering.

Philippe Melka and Kent Ritchie explain what makes his vineyard so special

February 5, 2021

For the 2021 Sonoma County Barrel Auction we submitted a Barrel Selection of our 2019 Ritchie Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (to be released this fall). Learn from these two giants as to what makes this site and this wine so special.