Winegrowing is a seasonal pursuit: the first new growth on the vines appears in February, followed by leafing out, flowering, fruit set, veraison, harvest, dormancy, then pruning before it starts again. The vines’ rhythm is determined by temperature, sun, wind, and...
Here in the Napa Valley, things start really heating up in May. The vineyards are fully decked out in their foliage, and the visitors are here to take in the sunshine, scenery, and, of course, the wine! While Napa is virtually synonymous with Cabernet Sauvignon,...
The Roots of Agriculture and Its Evolution It seems almost a truism to say that agriculture is intrinsically linked to the Earth. Without the life-sustaining soil, water, nutrients, and sunlight that make up the terroir, there would be no grapes, nor any other crops....
While driving on Highway 29 just north of the City of Napa, one cannot help but notice the magnificent oak trees, many of them over 100 years old, that stand as sentinels next to the highway. In the autumn, especially at the bookends of the day (sunrise and sunset),...
ing your visit to Napa, you will be offered membership opportunities at just about every winery you visit. Choosing the right Napa wine club membership is a great way to deepen your connection to the Napa Valley, learn about wine, gain exclusive access to wine parties...
Ratatouille, a Provençale stew of summer vegetables, is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite Hill Family Estate wine. Combining haunting sweetness with savory notes and slight acidity, this is one of those rare dishes that can go with either a white or a red...
