Month: January 2023

Pair with any MacRostie Pinot Noir.

The cool winter weather is here and nothing is tastier (and warms you right up!) than a bowl of white chicken chili.

RECIPE CREDIT: THE PIONEER WOMAN

Ingredients

• 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
• 1 tbsp. ground cumin
• 1 tbsp. ground coriander
• 2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• Black pepper, to taste
• 2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 c. heavy cream
• 2 tbsp. masa harina
• 1 10-ounce bag frozen corn
• Grated Monterey Jack cheese and chopped avocado, for topping
• Lime wedges, for serving

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To conclude the Women’s History Month celebration, we’re featuring two new favorite releases of our Grower Relations Manager and Viticulturist Taylor Abudi, both hailing from legendary Sonoma vineyard sites! 

Since joining our team in 2022, Taylor has managed the farming of our two estate vineyards, Thale’s and Nightwing, while also overseeing our relationships with nearly 50 Vineyard Partners for both MacRostie and Clockwise.

Taylor invites you to secure one of the last 15 cases of 2022 Olivet Lane Chardonnay, Russian River Valley and the tried-and-true 2021 Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir, Petaluma Gap. Join us in our final toast to all the amazing women paving the way and creating change for generations to come!

Through March 31st, enjoy 10% savings + 1¢ shipping on 6+ bottles or $15 ground shipping on 3-5 bottles of Taylor’s top wine picks!⁣

Why do you love these wines?

2022 Olivet Lane Chardonnay-This brilliant, diamond blonde is a showstopper from start to finish. Aromas of lime blossom, candied ginger, cantaloupe, and biscotti immediately send you to Chardonnay heaven. There, you can linger in the expansive palate all the way ‘til the next sip.

2021 Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir- This wine is your new best friend. Bright blue and brambly red fruits are the first aromas to leap out of the glass. Then, you are gifted with light, fresh herbs, and a burst of cherry lifesaver that is nothing short of nostalgic. The mouthfeel is so pleasant- juicy with bright acid! And a light body with spreading tannins that is perfectly happy to be enjoyed alone or with food.

Do you have an interesting story about the grower/owner?

2022 Olivet Lane Chardonnay- The first time I met Alexia Pellegrini at Olivet Lane she had her PET lamb with her and we all walked the blocks together. We’ve all seen herds of sheep grazing in the vineyards, but this guy’s job was closer to one of a “vineyard dog”, hanging right by our side as we discussed grape growing. It cracked me up that’s one lucky lamb.

What makes the vineyard(s) unique?

2022 Olivet Lane Chardonnay- These are gorgeous, old vines that impressed me in the late summer of ’22. We were going through a crazy long heatwave right before harvest. And as I saw many vineyards struggle to supply vines with enough irrigation water, these old gals were in great shape! Their extensive root systems were able to explore the deeper parts of the soil profile to find water.

2021 Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir- This is my favorite sunrise spot in Sonoma County! The vineyard sits at a higher elevation on the west side of Sonoma Mountain; you stare down the Petaluma Gap from this perch. Early in the morning, you approach the site through a dense layer of valley-floor fog, but as you climb up onto the property you are lifted above the clouds and get to feel the warmth of the sun before the rest of the world below.

What food(s) would you pair with each wine?

2022 Olivet Lane Chardonnay- I recently enjoyed the 2022 Olivet Lane Chardonnay with some Braised White Beans and Greens with Parmesan (Thanks New York Times Cooking!). But she’d also do you just right with some Moule-frites or a Bacon and Sage pasta dish.

2021 Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir- Go with a classic Pinot Noir pairing like mushroom risotto or bust it out during pizza night! Gap’s Crown is an adaptable creature that aims to please.

Describe each wine in one word

2022 Olivet Lane Chardonnay- Queen

2021 Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir- Bestie