Guests on the ‘NAPA HARVEST: A Gourmet Food & Wine Adventure‘ (September 25-30, 2016) will enjoy an elegant, multi-course farm-to-table dinner with wine pairings hosted by Estate Chef Timothy Mosblech of Long Meadow Ranch.

Chef Mosblech brings the best of the season from ‘farm to plate’ at his restaurant, Farmstead. Each meal is personally prepared to showcase Long Meadow Ranch’s organic heirloom produce, grass-fed beef and lamb, award-winning extra virgin olive oils and wines.

Guests will enjoy a one-on-one experience with Chef Mosblech who will greet the group with a glass of wine and a tour of his culinary gardens. Learn how Long Meadow Ranch fully sustains its restaurant, Farmstead, and enjoy a memorable chef-inspired meal in St. Helena.

 

   

St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery is a Napa Valley sustainably-farmed winery. Located in the renowned Rutherford growing region in the heart of Napa Valley, the vineyards and winery are certified Napa Green. St. Supéry is recognized for its exceptional Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, estate reds and white blends.

St. Supéry Estate’s wines are 100% estate from grape to bottle. The winery has complete control over how grapes are grown and how their wine is made. St. Supéry keeps its land pristine and their wines at the highest quality.

We will experience St. Supéry’s winemaking facilities, tour their vineyards with a wine educator and learn about the art and science of viticulture  – from ‘vineyard to glass’.

       

Round Pond Estate is a Rutherford farm and winery that specializes in the creation of pure expressive wines and artisan foods —all from the heart of Napa Valley.  To make their own highly-rated handcrafted wines, Round Pond has combined two generations of winemaking experience to produce some of the most esteemed Cabernet Sauvignons.  With the same artisan attention to detail, they also craft world-class olive oils, red wine vinegars and artisan fruit syrups.

For nearly a quarter century, this family-owned estate has been growing some of the finest wine grapes in the Rutherford region. Rutherford is widely recognized as one of the greatest viticultural regions of the world. The products of Round Pond’s vineyards, fruit orchards, olive mill and winery reflect their passionate hands-on approach from soil to bottle.

We will learn about Raymond’s wines and gourmet artisan foods and enjoy private tastings.  We’ll also  experience a garden-inspired organic luncheon on their outdoor terrace with views of vineyards in every direction!

    

Raymond Vineyards has more than 300 acres in the Rutherford and St. Helena appellations. Raymond is a certified organic and biodynamic winery and is 100 percent solar-powered.  Their excellent winemaking team continues to produce wines that uphold the Raymond name. Raymond has received outstanding scores year after year from Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast.

Raymond is a dynamic destination to visit. The winery was named 2012 Wine Enthusiast Winery of the Year for its dedication to inspiring a passion for wine in a fun and creative environment.

Guests will participate in a private wine blending class – ‘Winemaker for a Day’ – led by a sommelier or wine blending expert.  In a black-lit ‘laboratory’ while wearing metallic lab coats and hats, we’ll become ‘scientists’ and learn to blend wine from varietals using beakers, cylinders and pipettes.  It’s all in fun but the favorite blend will be bottled, capped and labeled to be sent home and enjoyed. Raymond also keeps the ‘blending recipe’ on file for future purchases after guests return home.

        

HALL Wines St. Helena is unlike any other winery. Located at the historic Bergfeld Vineyard at the base of the Mayacama Mountains, HALL St. Helena is a vibrant 33-acre property in the charming town of St. Helena. Guests arrive with an official welcome from (not so little) Bunny Foo-Foo and instantly experience this one-of-a-kind destination.

With over 35 pieces of contemporary art, the 150 year old site has something for everyone. Not only are there superb wines to taste, but there is also art, history, architecture, technology, lush landscaping and a Great Lawn for relaxing and unwinding.

We will visit HALL Wines in a private experience and see its winemaking facility in action. We’ll stroll the property and lush gardens while learning about the eclectic contemporary art collection juxtaposed with charm of the historic old world  buildings and gardens. Finally, we’ll enjoy a private seated tasting of their award-winning wines.  Care to relax on one of their adirondack chairs with a glass of Cabernet while looking out over the vineyards and Mayacama Mountains?  Heaven!

Note: Time permitting, visits also to Clif Lede Vineyards & Robert Sinsky Vineyards

Meet Chef Julie who is passionate about teaching cooking to serious foodies.
Classically trained by some of the world’s most accomplished French master chefs, she has worked at the White House, collaborated with world-renowned chefs, opened her own restaurant and operated her own catering business. Julie has been teaching cooking for more then 25 years and is a Certified Culinary Professional (CCP ) by the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

Guests on the ‘Napa Harvest 2016: Gourmet Food & Wine Adventure’ will spend a morning with Chef Julie at the Napa Farmer’s Market and Oxbow Market.  Napa Valley cuisine reflects a deep appreciation for nature and its seasons.  Julie will guide us through the markets introducing local produce, meats, cheeses, spices and artisan foods.  As she does this, she will purchase ingredients for our hands-on cooking class showcasing the abundant produce and legendary Napa Valley artisan products.

Back in the kitchen, we’ll learn culinary techniques and prepare a specially selected menu at Julie’s direction – with a glass of wine in hand, of course!

We will then join Chef Julie and savor a fresh taste of the Napa Valley in our own wine country feast!

Click on the video below to learn about Julie’s cooking classes.