Lately things have seemed (almost) normal. Blue skies, warm days, cool nights, grapes picked and pressed – life seems idyllic; and it is (kinda). There is no rain in sight, high winds are occasionally forecast, and the pandemic has changed both our personal and business schedules. But life goes on, providing ample proof for the …
Beaujolais Nouveau Day, this year on Thursday, November 19th is a yearly event in France when the first wine of the season is made available. We at Taft Street are offering our rendition of a Pinot Noir Nouveau, made in the same manner as its Beaujolais counterpart. At the winery we will offer samples of …
The strangest harvest in memory continued into September; but the lightning, fires heat and smoke appeared to be tapering off, and we were all looking for a quick ending to this very odd year. Then things turned really weird. Another record breaking heat wave visited California last week, bringing with it high winds, fires, unhealthy …
I cooked up a batch of these wings for my grandson’s 16th birthday, and they were a hit for Otto and his three buddies. The adults in the socially spaced crowd enjoyed them as well. INGREDIENTS: 3 pounds chicken wings, cut into drumettes and flats 1 tablespoon baking powder (NOT soda) ½ teaspoon salt 2 …
As harvest 2020 begins and the fires temporarily subside, it’s time to think positive thoughts – like what’s for dinner. I’m digging into my freezer for the last of the halibut caught in last year’s Alaskan fishing adventure. Here is a complement to any table. INGREDIENTS: 1 pound halibut, cooked and cooled Salt and pepper …
Here is a side dish that is familiar, tasty and versatile. The spuds are an excellent accompaniment to summertime grills and picnic spreads. No matter what the main dish is, the choice of wine will always be Taft Street. INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds baby Yukon potatoes Sea salt Olive oil COOKING INSTRUCTIONS: Steam baby potatoes in …
Here is a quick and tasty dish that is both unique and easy to prepare. It’s a great summer meal, especially with a glass or two of Taft Street Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc. INGREDIENTS: 1 package (3.5 ounces) achiote paste, available in speciality markets 2 garlic gloves, peeled and chopped ¼ cup orange juice …
Here’s a twist on a classic. Almond flour is added to the recipe in order for the cookies to go particularly well with Taft Street’s 2019 Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc. Try it; we think you’ll like it! INGREDIENTS: 1 cup unsalted butter 1 ½ cups granulated sugar Zest from 1 lemon Juice from 1 …
This month we at Taft Street will release our first single vineyard Merlot – the 2018 Los Amigos Vineyard, Chalk Hill, Russian River Valley. We had a staff tasting a few weeks ago to get any final pre-release reactions to the wine. Above the usual and expected ooh’s and aah’s was the recognition that the …
In times of stress and uncertainty we often look for something familiar and comfortable. These are strange times indeed, and we’ve come up with a twist on a dish that is both timely and delicious, an ideal spring brunch or quick dessert. We love to pair it with a glass of either of our new …
