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Beyond the Bubbles: Insider’s Look at Schramsberg
Beyond the Bubbles: Insider’s Look at Schramsberg
“Schramsberg is likely the greatest sparkling wine in the business. … “Schramsberg has built a reputation out of quality, dedication and vision. Creating the best possible sparkling in the business is what they’re known for. They don’t stop there. Schramsberg also carries quality stills with their Davies, J. Davies and Jamie brands making exceptional quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. “In 1965 the Davies family was captivated by the idea of building a wine company. Jack & Jamie Davies, along with their young brood, found a beautiful spot in Napa Valley. This winery, now 154 years old, is located on...
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Last-minute gifts that will make the wine lover swoon
Last-minute gifts that will make the wine lover swoon
"Wine people never really get tired of receiving good wine gifts — even when you pick them up at the last minute, which these suggestions can help you with. It's not like these people thoughtfully taste and read about wine all year only to shut it down in December and think: "Please, no great wine gifts — come onnnn, sweaters!" "Just give them something really good (naturally) but also something they don't have or wouldn't get on their own. Let them know you put some thought into the gift, and it will be doubly enjoyable — not just for them...
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Holiday Wine Tasting with Hugh Davies
Holiday Wine Tasting with Hugh Davies
“This is Part 2 of an interview with Hugh Davies of Schramsberg Vineyards and Davies Vineyards. This week, we taste a line-up of wines: two sparklers and one Davies Cabernet blends from this historic property. Schramsberg Vineyards date back to the 19th century, when German immigrant Jacob Schram first made his home and started his winery on Diamond Mountain. In 1965, a century later, Jack and Jamie Davies restored the estate and set out to make world-class California sparkling wines. Hugh carries on his family tradition and in a nod to the original founder, sharing their vintage namesake wine with...
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3 Sparkling Wines for The Holidays
3 Sparkling Wines for The Holidays
“If there’s one thing Jayme Powers wants wine drinkers to know, it’s that Champagne and other sparkling wines are for every day — not just special occasions. But as the holiday season approaches, no one can deny that they become top of mind. “Powers, owner of SIGH bubble lounge in Sonoma, has long loved sparkling wine. The title on her business card is bubble boss, her customers are bubbleheads, and her tasting room offers carefully selected choices from around the world. “So, boss, what to serve for the holidays? “‘If you’re looking for something that’s more approachable, to drink on...
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Born in the USA
Born in the USA
“Every year it’s the same question: “What wines work well with Thanksgiving dinner?” Let’s start with what doesn’t work. Big, alcoholic wines with pronounced tannins—Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux or high-octane Italian reds like Barolo—clash with turkey and are too sleep-inducing for this long meal. What pairs are medium-bodied, lighter-alcohol reds without strong tannins. The most versatile “bridge” wine—one that can bridge with the flavors of many dishes—is Pinot Noir. “On the other hand, fuller-bodied whites also stand up to the richness of a traditional dinner. And rosés, being lower in alcohol and easy drinking, pair nicely and deliver a colorful touch...
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2007 J Schram North Coast sparkling wine
2007 J Schram North Coast sparkling wine
“Imagine sampling and choosing grapes from 110 different vineyard sources. Then making a blend using 250 different wines. To top it off, the wine is aged for seven years. That is A LOT of work for one wine, especially one that is a measly 3 percent of production. “That is J. Schram, the top of the line sparkler at Schramsberg. Mostly chardonnay, this wine’s stone fruit and toasty, nutty flavors ride on a creamy wave across the palate, with a refreshing zip of acidity that heightens the flavors further. Each sip is a rich, complex treat; something to share with...
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How to Spend 48 Perfect Hours in Calistoga
How to Spend 48 Perfect Hours in Calistoga
“Every savvy San Franciscan knows that the city is not the warmest place in the bay. While we do enjoy the occasional glorious 70-degree day, the majority of time the weather is chilly, windy, and cold. If the thought of fog has you contemplating a move to sunnier climates, hold up. From vineyard resorts to seaside retreats, SF is within a close proximity to all sorts of haute places. Why not get out of the city and explore the nearby regions? Drive an hour or two North, South, or East, and you’ll end up spending the weekend lounging poolside. What’s...
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Schramsberg 2013 Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling Wine
Schramsberg 2013 Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling Wine
"You reserve grilling steaks for your grandson’s birth, right? And you wouldn’t dare see that hot, new film until your daughter graduates from high school, or stick your toes in a cool, sandy beach until New Year’s Eve -- yes? "A good life includes a string of good experiences, and we take them where we can get (or make) them. So why are so many people holding off on enjoying bubbly until they have something to celebrate? Sparkling wine is a fruity, refreshing sip after work; or a great conversation starter at dinner -- and it adds an extra note...
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2016 harvest begins at Schramsberg Vineyards
2016 harvest begins at Schramsberg Vineyards
“Schramsberg Vineyards began the 2016 harvest last Wednesday, Aug. 3, with a traditional ceremony at the winery on Schramsberg Road off Highway 29. Proprietor Hugh Davies, surrounded by his crew of winemakers, friends and family, talked about the timing of the 2016 harvest and its potential. “'The 2015 harvest last year began very early and the amount of available fruit was small. But this year the timing is closer to normal – usually mid-August. And winemakers in the valley will be happier because the 2016 rains have meant there’s an abundance of fruit.' “The grapes crushed last Wednesday came from...
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Schramsberg Vineyards Review
Schramsberg Vineyards Review
“The northern Napa Valley was still a thickly forested, rugged terrain, and a difficult place to navigate when Jacob Schram set forth to establish the second winery in the area, one year after Charles Krug had opened up shop just a little ways to the south. Krug was a Prussian immigrant, Schram a German; both left their homeland before the Franco-Prussian War would resurrect the German Reich as a world superpower. Only a decade earlier, slightly more, California had officially become a state, the 31st. This was uncharted territory at that time, and something about the raw, dense, uninterrupted beauty...
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