Big John’s Cajun is rubbed with a blend of garlic, celery seed and cayenne. As the cheese ages, these ingredients infuse the 20-pound wheel of cheddar with savory notes that remind us of the best dang wood-fired pizza you’ve ever had. The smokiness of the cayenne and the creaminess of the cheese are a delight. The garlic is going to slow dance with your olfactory receptors for some time and you’ll enjoy every minute of it.
WineNow comprised of 4 vineyards here in the YC AVA – where Big Table Farm resides – each brings a slightly different element to create a wine with the power the area is known for, but also the finesse that makes Pinot noir so beautiful. I visit these sites as often as all the others, but their proximity makes it just a little bit easier. Three are early ripening (warmer) and the fourth is one of the last to be picked.
tasting notes - This wine shows heady aromas of plum, raspberry preserve, stewed fruit and wet earth. Palate has liqueur qualities, juicy dark blue fruits, leather and black cherry. Full ripe tannins on the finish add unexpected but well received structure on the palate to hold all the dark fruit.
A 2019 with an old soul - this wine is heady, earthy and elegant. A subtle attack of dried rose and baked strawberry aromatics on the nose is followed by warm baking spices and Turkish tobacco. The palate adds complex layers of Aztec cacao, black tea leaves and ripe Bing cherries. Vivid impressions of crushed stones and forest floor give the wine footing and definition to its sense of place. Velvety tannins caress a mouthwatering, bright and lifted finish. The Pelos Sandberg is mesmerizing now and will continue to evolve and mature for years to come.
It is important to me to be present during the growing season to understand what and how the conditions the grapes have been created in. I spent a great deal of time visiting each site as the grapes ripen to access and evaluate what will eventually come into the winery and decide when to pick, the most important decision I make. For this reason I choose vineyards that are close by. Sunnyside is my furthest flung, just south of Salem and takes me about 45 minutes to get there. Lucy and Tom’s fruit and resulting wine is so compelling that the extra time to get there is well worth it. Elegant and yet still muscular, this vineyard produces amazing wine year in and year out. tasting notes - This wine offers a full rich nose, cinnamon, cedar and new leather. Great density on the palate, rich but with a focused palate as the acid holds this wine in perfect tension. Flavors are explosive, fresh. The structure here is based more on its acidity than tannins, though the tannins are there they just melt on your tongue. This wine has great length to accompany its generosity.
Barrel fermented in French oak, mostly used but some new. Fermented with whatever yeast blows in the door, minimal sulphur added and the wine basically goes from barrels to bottle with only a short stay (2-3 days) in a blending tank. Filtration, fining and other nonesuch are completely left out of the program. Simplicity at its finest!
tasting notes - This wine smells like warm apple pie and waxy white flowers. When you take your first sip there is an explosion of acidity that brings the pallet to life. Granny Smith apples are balanced with nuttiness and warm dough. The finish is bright and the acid lets you savor the apple, lemon and yeasty notes. This wine has a dry focused mouthwatering finish.
Warmed cherry turnover, fig preserves and cigar tobacco float in the air. After a moment of reflection, the first sip reveals chai spice, wild elderberry, dark plum, and sassafras. Balanced and bold, with expressions of quince paste, huckleberry, dark chocolate and a hint of bourbon-maple syrup carries you through to a velvety, lingering finish.
The Brut Réserve is a light, fine and harmonious champagne. It is made up of a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier from three different years and sourced from the best sites in the Champagne region.
There is a maturity with a touch of floral freshness for this cuvée, which expresses aromas of fresh fruit and ripe pears.
Bitburger Festbier has a clear amber color that pours with an inviting, foamy white head. An intriguing spicy aroma-mix of slightly roasted bread and fruit cake with hints of caramel. A crisp and full-bodied mouthfeel brings out a variety of malty flavors like roasted nuts and bread with a well-balanced sweetness of raisins and dried fruits. It finishes with a light, yet lingering bitterness that is not overwhelming.
The 2018 Chardonnay gives up notes of warm peaches, poached pears and lemongrass with touches of apple blossoms and cedar chest. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a lovely satiny texture and good intensity of spiced pear flavors, finishing on a peppery note.
Black Stallion Estate Winery Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc opens with vibrant, tropical aromas of guava, papaya, lemongrass and honeysuckle, complemented by flavors of lime, lemon, ripe tropical fruit and orange crème. This wine offers bright acidity, light to medium-body and a remarkable finish
Special-roasted and extra dark barley combined with three kinds of hops give this brown the perfect blend of bitterness and malt character. If you think you don’t like dark beer, you haven’t had our signature brown ale.
This unfiltered American-Style wheat and barley pair is combined with Willamette hops and apricots, giving it a light and fresh fruit refreshment. This beer is a perfect drinking companion on any occasion.
A delicious Berliner Weisse flavored with Mango and Guava. Kettle soured using Lactobacillus L. plantarum cultured off of vegetables from the local farmers market. You can’t get any more local than that.
Indulge in the true taste of an Irish Red. Packed with English malts and roasted barley, this ale is bursting with toasted flavors and just a hint of sweetness to the finish.
A unique Bordeaux blend that displays Yolo County's rugged, robust spirit!
With more tannic grip than usual, and plenty of ripe black-cherry flavors, this is an enjoyable, full-bodied wine that will pair nicely with rich food. Made from Malbec, Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah, the wine's texture benefits from fine-grained tannins that balance the powerful fruit flavors quite well.
A German-style ale with lager characteristics, this is one of the few remaining ales of Germany. Similar to a Pilsner, fermented with ale yeast at cooler temperatures and cold lagered. Goat Hill has a bready malt character, with a clean, crisp Noble hop aroma, flavor and finish.
This Belgian-style Saison features European noble-type hops, authentic Belgian Saison yeast and the finest European two-row malt, available in 6 pack cans.
Tennessee- Saison/Farmhouse Ale- 6.3% ABV. 31 IBUs. Pours a deep golden color. Aroma of fruity esters evoking citrus, along with earthy, floral Noble hop notes. Flavors of rustic grains and crisp acidity, with grass, citrus and peppery spice on the palate.
This Vienna-style Lager showcases Vienna and dark Munich malts, with distinctly toasty, bready aromas and flavors. A judicious hopping lends balance to the malty goodness.
This dry-hopped pale ale takes its name from the Yallarhammer Pavilion, one of the most iconic gathering sites on the Farm with a strong tie to our fly fishing program. Bursting with bold and fresh hop aromas, but light enough for a session, it’s a beer for all seasons.
Super moist Chipotle Morita chili peppers are slowly cooked with Vermont maple syrup and apple cider vinegar to create a distinctive hot, smoky, sweet and tangy flavor, with a luxurious texture.
The non-vintage 10-Year-Old Malmsey has an introspective, marmalade, fig and burnt sugar-scented bouquet that gently unfurls in the glass. The palate is very well-balanced, with a viscous entry that lacquers the mouth. The acidity is very well-judged, lending the finish a sense of poise and tension that neatly counterbalances the richness and precocity.
They thought if he couldn’t see the world, then he wouldn’t make his mark. But a blindfold won’t hold him back. It just heightens his other senses. And whether they like it or not, his resilience will leave a lasting impression.
Chardonnay blended with white Rhône and aromatic varieties, equally bold and intriguing—a luscious entry of toasted hazelnut and mandarin is balanced by bright acidity and minerality. The finish is rich and creamy with flavors of lemon zest and caramelized sugar.
Made by a secret collaboration of acclaimed winemakers- who not only are each masters of the art of winemaking, but also have deep contacts in vineyard sourcing.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from 5 valley floor vineyards between Calistoga and St. Helena. Lushly fruited but with more of a French feel compared to other Napa Cabs.
Deeply pitched scents of blackberry jam and casis are underscored by toasty oak and pipe tobacco. On the palate the richness is balanced by a cord of graphite and refreshing acidity.
100% Pinot Noir from a blend of some of our favorite vineyards across Sonoma County. A California Pinot through and through, this well fruited wine is balanced by its grip and acidity
Made from the Prosecco grape that is indigenous to the Veneto region, this sparkling wine has subtle flower and fruit aromas that make the palate deliciously light and playful. Unlike many Champagnes, it is not harsh–rather, it tickles the throat with a peachy softness, and is flecked with minerality that remains simple in the best of ways. Perfect perlage make it the ideal choice for any occasion.
Raspberry and blueberry aromas and flavors are the main themes, with supporting notes of spice, earth and tobacco leaf. Lively tannins bristle under the finish.
Torrontés offers the floral notes of roses, the citrus aroma of grapefruit and a spicy hint. In the mouth it is fresh, round and well-bodied with a long, elegant finish.
Intense cherry-red colour with violet shades. Delicate black fruit aroma with high roast and smoky features. Structured, subtle and smart palate, ripe appetising and a sweet tannins marked by elegance.
Pairing
Beefsteak with mushrooms, hare, partridge, leg of lamb suckling, lamb, smoked meats, stews and rice with meat, hake stewed, salmon, codfish and red tuna, eggplant with parmesan, blue cheese and cured cheese.
Deep ruby-red color. Fruit aromas like cassis, ripe black cherries and figs withhints of vanilla and coconut from the ageing in oak. Balanced on the palate, witha good structure and a supple fruit finish which lingers on thanks to very round tannins.
This tri-appellation Pinot Noir has grapes from Sonoma County, Monterey County, and Santa Barbara County. Bright cherry, herb and vanilla flavors jump out of the glass in this rich and supple wine
Since 1865, this spicy, earthy aperitif has been known as “ouvre l’appétit” - the key to the appetite. Serious in its role as an aperitif, and then popular with sportsmen Bonal became an early sponsor of the Tour de France It is made by an infusion of gentian, cinchona (quinine) and renowned herbs of the Grande Chartreuse mountains in a mistelle base. While tradition is to drink neat with a twist, Bonal also mixes well with fresh or hard cider, sparkling wine, and Scotch or American whiskies. Excellent with hard, salty cheeses, salted nuts, or earthy, spicy foods.
Medium ruby-red, this wine opens with scents of currants and dried roses, grape pomace, and freshly tilled soil. The nose is nuanced with toasty oak imparting a subtle smoked meat character. Flavors of blueberries and blackberries mix with the warmth of vanilla and toasted bread. Silky tannins and striking smoothness. Mouthwatering, lengthy finish trails off with the taste of unsweetened chocolate and cassis.
408 CASES MADE. ONE OF THE FEW BOTTLES IN THE SOUTHEAST
The 2015 Pluribus is deep purple-black colored with minted cassis, pencil shavings and tobacco over a core of black plums, black berry preserves and mulberries plus hints of Chinese five spice and dried lavender. Big, rich, bold and decadent, it has a firm line of super ripe, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness lifting the generous flavors to a long finish.
98 POINTS JAMES SUCKLING
Gorgeous aromas of blackberries, flowers, black ink and currants. Full-bodied, rich and powerful like Pluribus. Polished chewy tannins. One of the best wines ever from here. Give it four or five years of balance. Drink in 2020.
98 POINTS JEB DUNNUCK
The 2015 Pluribus comes from the highest elevation vineyard in the lineup, located halfway up Spring Mountain on a southeast facing parcel of volcanic and Aiken soils. Classic Spring Mountain conifer and bay leaf notes are balanced by loads of sweet blue fruits, lavender, and exotic flower nuances. As with all the 2015s, it’s full-bodied and beautifully textured, with a seamless, pure, layered style that carries the sexy vibe of the vintage beautifully. Drink it any time over the coming 30+ years.Rating: 98+
432 CASES MADE. ONE OF THE FEW BOTTLES IN THE SOUTHEAST
Bottled in early 2018, the deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Quella gives aromas of blackcurrants, black cherries and mulberries with touches of tobacco, new leather, iron ore and truffles plus a hint of tree back. The palate is full-bodied, muscular and laden with earth and mineral layers, finishing with persistent savory notes.
97 POINTS JED DUNNUCK
The 2015 Quella is a darker, more mineral-laced wine and offers a classic Quella bouquet of black fruits, black truffle, tobacco, and dried earth. It’s full-bodied, deep and layered on the palate, with ripe, present tannins and terrific elegance as well as purity. It has the balance and texture to shine today, yet the class to evolve for 20 years or more.
96 POINTS JAMES SUCKLING
Flamboyant and very sexy with so much plums and a floral and cedar character on the nose. Full-bodied, very tannic and powerful. A big and rich wine. Very chewy on the finish. But shows a softness and beauty. Try in 2020.
96 POINTS WINE SPECTATOR
This is a brick-house style, with warm, steeped dark currant, fig and blackberry fruit at the core, laced with bay, warm brick, tobacco and singed juniper notes throughout. Grippy, energetic and well-packed for serious cellaring. Best from 2021 through 2038.
Also pure perfection in a glass, the 2015 Vecina comes from an east-facing site located not far from the Harlan Estate. It was previously a terraced vineyard but was replanted when they opted to remove the terraces 7-8 years ago. Totally thrilling notes of crème de cassis, lead pencil, barbecue, white chocolate, and spring flower notes all flow to a full-bodied, powerful wine that has building tannins, no sensation of weight, hints of background oak, and incredible intensity and length. It’s a true “wow” wine that could not be better. Don’t miss it!
98 POINTS JAMES SUCKLING
Gorgeous pure fruit with a blackberry and blueberry character. Dried flowers and violets. Full-bodied, chewy and tannic but shows polish and finesse. A muscular yet beautifully fruity wine. Drink in 2021.
98+ POINTS ROBERT PARKER
Bottled in early 2018, the 2015 Vecina is deep garnet-purple in color, with baked blackberries, black cherries and blackcurrant cordial aromas that leap from the glass with nuances of roses, pencil lead, menthol and mocha. The palate is full-bodied, very fine and incredibly seductive with a solid frame supporting the generous layers, finishing long and exotic.Rating: 98+
95 POINTS WINE SPECTATOR
Dense and slightly burly, this is a big 'un, with thickly layered fig, black currant and blackberry compote flavors framed by baker's chocolate and tobacco notes. Shows plenty of muscle, but there's a graphite edge buried deep, and this has drive, if you're willing to wait. Best from 2022 through 2038. 550 cases made.
Peach Ginger’s zesty combination of deliciously ripe peaches with a tangy touch of ginger makes the perfect match for bright, milky cheeses. Memorable with feta, triple cream brie, or fresh goat cheese. Peach Ginger is also delicious as a glaze for roasted fish, pork, or poultry.
Il Vino dell'Amore Petalo Moscato is a white sparkling wine characterized by a clear sweetness, pronounced and elegant bouquet, low alcohol content and a typical scent of roses that evokes the image of petals on the label.
The Bouche d’Or displays a lush nose of apricots, honeycomb and marzipan that greets the senses and opens to succulent stone fruit and white flower aromatics. While Bouche d’Or may be sweet, it is balanced with bright acidity and crispness. This wine can stand on its own as a dessert wine and also makes a great accompaniment to a cheese course. Hard, salty cheeses like Manchego and aged Gouda pair quite successfully. Less-sweet desserts like lemon meringue tart, grilled peaches or apple galette are also excellent choices. The lush vibrant palate is incredibly versatile and hypnotizing.
A tangy fresh cherry nose opens to cocoa, cola, and notes of nutmeg. The juicy lip smacking entry shows lovely cherry and wild strawberry flavors with gorgeous rose petal and baking spices in the background. Smooth tannin and vibrant acidity make this a perfect wine for food pairings.
Silky and exuding violet, blackberry and black currant, this red is about as alluring as a young Burgundy gets. It firms up on the finish with refined, cocoa powder tannins. Vibrant and long too. Drink now through 2028. 74 cases imported
Intense color. Very aromatic bouquet of small ripe red fruits (cherry, raspberry, currant). Beautiful flesh in mouth, a delicious marriage where tannins and fruits are pleasantly mixed.
A brown colored, full bodied beer with a complex fruity, estery aroma, a rich, sweet, caramel malt flavor containing notes of dark fruit and a low to medium hop bitterness and flavor
Beginning with a big surge of fruity aromatics and grapefruit-hoppy notes, the flavor of this complex, straw-colored ale tapers off to a peppery, dry finish.
Bound and Determined Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits an abundant perfume of black currant and bing cherry, intermingled with intoxicating notes of lilac, wild spices and wet slate. The wine shows incredible depth and has tiers of mouthwatering flavors of black cherry, vanilla, cassis and oak.
90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot
Bourbon Berry’s delicious combination of juicy blackberries, ripe blueberries, and Kentucky Bourbon is the perfect match for full-flavored tangy cheeses like Gouda, Cashel Blue, or Compté. Or, make Bourbon Berry the star of a festive brunch as a decadent topping for French toast, crêpes, or pancakes.