Welcome to Our Blog!
There is always something going on at the Castello. New winemaking equipment, animal babies, wine club events, harvest updates, or stories back from the days when the castle was just a sketch on a piece of paper. We invite you into our castle life by sharing these stories. Enjoy reading!
In Defense Of Napa Valley’s Veteran Wine Hero
Mary defends the white wine grape that helped put Napa Valley on the world-class wine map: Chardonnay
Silence of the Lamb Shanks
Mary shares her recipe for Silence of the Lamb Shanks, perfect to pair with fava beans and a nice Chianti (or our Sangiovese!)
Red Wine Barrel Fermentation
This harvest our winemaking team reserved a small lot of our Don Thomas Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon for fermentation directly in French Oak Barrels.
Grape Seed Oil- Enlightened
Mary tries out our heart-healthy grapeseed oils for cooking her favorite healthy dishes, with delicious results!