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Aug 18, 2010 at 3:35 PM
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These days our vineyards are like a gentle flowing carpet of deep velvety green. The days are long and despite the higher temperatures found in most parts of the Napa Valley, our Carneros Estate remains comfortably cool with breezes off the bay. We simply could not resist hosting a spontaneous summertime event for our wine club members.
We had over 190 Club Cuvaison members RSVP. Most of them hailed from the San Francisco Bay Area, a few from Chico and Los Angeles and even some from as far away as Chicago and Iowa.
Let’s start with the food. The food was … delicious. For meat eaters, the highlight was hand crafted sausages made special by Napa's artisanal charcuterie, The Fatted Calf. These sausages were infused with our very own 2008 Carneros Pinot Noir wine and were amazing!
Fresh seasonal fruit salad and roasted potato salad with whole grain mustard also made for a nice accompaniment to our Carneros Estate flight of wines being poured.
The evening was filled with cheery conversation while guests sipped and swirled our Vin Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel, Carneros Chardonnay and Carneros Pinot Noir. New and old friends mingled while the sun slowly slipped towards the horizon, casting an almost ethereal golden hue across the landscape.
It was stunning. For those who were not able to make it this time, we hope to see you on your next visit to Napa Valley!
<<Click here to view Event Photos>>
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Jul 21, 2010 at 2:23 PMTaking Flight With Singapore AIrlines and Cuvaison
You’ve attended business meetings all week. You’re overseas, far from your family and you miss sleeping in your own bed terribly. The good news is that your flight is on time and you depart tonight. The not-so-good news is that you’ll be hard pressed to find a respectable glass of wine in the air.
WRONG!
If you’re flying Singapore Airlines, you will never encounter this problem. Awarded “Best Global Airline” by Condé Nast Traveler, Singapore Airlines and its passengers demand quality and reliability. And this doesn’t stop at their Business Class wine list.
Singapore Airlines boasts a distinguished panel of wine experts who perform a bi-annual “blind” tasting of up to 1,000 wines. Wines are judged on appearance (color and clarity), bouquet (or “nose”) and palate (taste). The panel also assesses the wine’s suitability for drinking on board an aircraft where the atmosphere tends to be drier. Out of the 1,000, only 15 wines are selected for all classes of service (first, business and economy).
That being said, Cuvaison Estate Wines is honored to announce that our 2008 Carneros Chardonnay Napa Valley is now being poured on Singapore Airlines in Business Class … around the world. Simply put, Singapore Airlines is committed to serving the best on board and Cuvaison is delighted.
Now, meet Singapore Airlines’ Panel of Wine Experts:
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Global Wine Consultant, Steven Spurrier, from the United Kingdom (Consultant Editor to Decanter Magazine and President of the Circle of Wine Writers, author of several books) |
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Master of Wine, Jeannie Cho Lee , from the United States (a wine judge who contributes regularly to Decanter, Wine Spectator and Revue du Vin) |
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Master of Wine, Michael Hill Smith, from Australia (wine consultant, wine judge, writer and broadcaster, awarded prestigious Order of Australia for his contributions to the wine industry) |
Photo credits: Singapore Airlines website
Jul 19, 2010 at 8:37 AMSensible Shoes Advised
Sensible Shoes Advised
Let's face it, most people who visit Wine Country stay on the beaten path. The closest they get to the grapevines is viewing them as a blur through a car window.
If you like to stray from the confines of the tasting room, and have a hankering to wander through our luscious rows of vines for a closer look, we encourage you to take a closer look at our all new Carneros Estate Vineyard Walk and Tasting program.
This program includes a walking discussion of our vineyards, followed by tasting through our Carneros Estate flight of wines.
Walking shoes are advised. We also advise dressing in layers, as conditions change frequently in Carneros.
The Carneros Estate Vineyard Walk and Tasting is offered Friday through Monday at 9:30am. Cost is $30 per person or $20 for Club Cuvaison members. Reservations are required. Groups are limited to a maximum of 8 guests.
Jul 8, 2010 at 2:18 PM"Aspen is about not compromising your lifestyle"
Kelly J. Hayes: WineInk
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Aspen Times
That comment from Jay Schuppert, president of Cuvaison Estate Winery, best sums up a valuable life lesson he learned as a young man. Schuppert has, in the last three-plus decades, followed his passions through a career that has taken him from the Crystal Palace's kitchen sink to the helm of one of Napa Valley's most respected wine estates.
This past weekend he returned to the roots of his career, pouring Cuvaison's wines in the tent at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. He is a frequent visitor and remains fast friends with many locals he met during a 12-year stint in Aspen's restaurant community.
Jay's journey in the wine world began in 1972 when he came to Aspen, fresh from college graduation. There were no stoplights from Independence Pass to Glenwood Springs at the time, and the living was easy. Provided you could make a living.
Mead Metcalf gave him a job washing dishes at the then-thriving Crystal Palace restaurant and dinner theater. In four short years he ...Read more here ...
Jun 23, 2010 at 12:08 PMCuvaison's Gone Mobile!
Phone calls are so 2005 - and snail mail, what’s that? Everyday our world is communicating less through traditional mail and phone calls, and more through text messaging and emails.
People are ditching their perfectly serviceable cell phones to upgrade to “smart phones” that do everything short of bringing you breakfast in bed. (Think iphone, Droid and Blackberry)
Why are we bringing this up? Good question. Cuvaison has recently developed a special site that makes navigating cuvaison.com from a smart phone easier.
The next time you visit our website from a smart phone, you will enjoy your experience and won’t have to scroll a million times in order to see the breadth of a specific page.
Say you’re on a Princess cruise or flying Singapore Airlines and happenchance upon a Cuvaison wine you like. All you have to do is visit our mobile site and buy wine remotely. Tell us that’s not cool!
We are convinced the smart phone users of the universe will find our new mobile site friendly to navigate and easy to shop on. We’ll see you on the World Wide Web!
Comments (1)Que Syrah Syrah - June Promotion!
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Take home a 6-pack and save 30%
Retail Bottle | 30
Retail 6-Bottle set | 180
Promo 6-Bottle set | 126
Jun 18, 2010 at 4:46 PMUno de Mayo
Hola!
This year’s “Cinco de Mayo” event landed on May 1st – hence our clever name – Uno de Mayo. Get it?
The weather was cooperative which made for a lovely occasion out at our festively decorated Guest House - located amidst our Carneros estate vineyard.
A generous and savory offering of light bites were prepared specially for Club Cuvaison members by Villa Corona Cocina Mexicana of Napa.
Have you tried their tamales with our 2009 Sauvignon Blanc? Trust us, this is one of those bucket list items you’ve got to check off. All you need is a warm afternoon, a recliner and some chilled Sauvignon Blanc.
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DJ Lipton of Napa kept the party going with non-stop action-packed Zumba and Salsa dance instruction. Of course, for those who left their dancing shoes at home - there was ample opportunity to carouse with other Club members or enjoy one of our estate wines being poured, including the newly released 2008 Zinfandel Bald Mountain.
If you couldn’t make it this year – make sure to join us next year. This event always sells out so make sure to sign up earlier than later!
Adios,
Club Cuvaison
Ride with Steve in the Echelon Gran Fondo!
Cuvaison's Winemaker, Steven Rogstad has started a team for this event and is recruiting teammates! Click here to see who's signed up, how much money the Cuvaison team has raised, or to join our team!
What is the Echelon Grand Fondo? "It is a series of European style mass participation cycling rides (Cyclosportif rides) held on epic courses in destination locations." And it's coming to Napa Valley on May 23, 2010 benefiting LIVESTRONG and both The Queen of the Valley Medical Center and The Saint Helena Hospital located in the Napa Valley, California.
Whether you are a professional cyclist or a casual rider, this event has something for you as there is a 30, 60, or 100 mile road cycling option! The race starts in downtown Napa at 8:30AM. Click to learn more»
Don't own a bike? No problem, there is a 5K Run/Walk too! Click to learn more»
Can't make it to the event? Then help us by donating to this great cause! Click here to donate to Steve's Team»
We hope to see you out there, whether you are biking, walking, or cheering along side us!
Online Auction to Benefit the Carneros Land Stewardship Foundation
Cuvaison has partnered up with the Carneros Wine Alliance to be apart of a special Online Auction to benefit the Carneros Land Stewardship Foundation!
A great deal for a great cause...
Join us for a private tour and tasting with our Winemaker Steve Rogstad. Walk through our organically grown Block F5, tour through the cellars and taste our line-up of Estate Grown Carneros wines in our new Carneros Tasting Room where you will be surrounded by views of the rolling waves of vines.
Take home a mixed six pack of Cuvaison Estate Grown and Bottled Pinot Noirs.
- 2 bottles of 2008 Carneros Pinot Noir
- 2 bottles of 2008 Mariafeld Pinot Noir
- 2 bottles of 2007 Block F5 Pinot Noir
Check out other great auction lots from Carneros wineries:
- Bicycling the backroads of Carneros for six; led by Clos Du Val Winemaker John Clews, followed by a sumptuous lunch and wines;
- A Sparkle-licious Party for 10 at Domaine Carneros with tasting following a private tour at the famous Carneros chateau;
- A Vineyard Safari for four through the backroads, rolling hills and marshlands of Carneros hosted by Bouchaine Vineyards.
- Three nights for two couples (4 people) at the Saintsbury Guest House, including a private tour and tasting at the winery and a mixed case of Saintsbury wine to take home.
May Wine Club Sampler - Video Notes
Get your taste buds ramped up for Club Cuvaison's May Sampler which includes the 2007 Block F5 Pinot Noir and the 2007 Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon. Here's what Cuvaison Winemaker Steven Rogstad has to say about these wines.
Earth Day is Everyday at Cuvaison!
Everyday, the energy produced from the solar panels on top of our Carneros Winery is reported directly and instantly to our website! Since installation in 2007, we have avoided putting 827,010 lbs of CO2 into the Earth's atmosphere!
Our solar panels have produced enough energy to: operate a TV for 4,635,532 hours; power 5,131 computers for 1 year; or power 36 homes for 1 year! And these panels have saved as much pollution from entering the atmosphere as an average passenger car emits over 83 years!
Solar isn't the only way Cuvaison is giving back to the environment.
Read more about our Green Initiatives>>
Picnic in Calistoga
Visitors have always enjoyed Cuvaison's beautiful picnic grounds in Calistoga, but now we can provide your picnic lunch!
Give us 24 hours notice and your
basket lunch will be waiting!
Choose from a delicious picnic lunch menu that includes a split bottle (357ml) of Cuvaison wine!
Lunch paired with 375ml Chardonnay - $25 per person.
Lunch paired with 375ml Pinot Noir - $29 per person
Choose from: Turkey, Roast Beef, or Grilled Vegetable Sandwich, or a Chicken Caesar Wrap. Each lunch is a complete with fresh fruit, a side salad, a cookie, and utensils.
Call 707-942-2468 or click here for details and to make your reservation!
Uno De Mayo Celebration
Club members, join us for our upcoming Uno De Mayo Celebration!
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Who: Club Members and their guests | |
| What: A South of the Border themed soiree | ||
| When: Saturday, May 1st, 2010 - Open house from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM | ||
| Where: Cuvaison Guest House in Carneros | ||
| [5019 Carneros Highway 121, Napa, CA 94559] | ||
| How: Call the Club team to reserve your space! Fee $25/person |
Spring with Sauvignon Blanc
Passion fruit, kiwi, lemongrass, and lime,
the bright fruit and crisp finish come together to
create a wine that is - in a word - refreshing.
Special Club Offer! The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc
at $180 for a case, or $95 for 6 bottles.
(full retail $20/bottle)
Join Us For A European River Cruise!
Danube Holiday Markets
Experience timeless traditions and elegant pagentry
along the enchanting Danube
on the newest Uniworld ship, the River Beatrice
Join Winemaker, Steven Rogstad and cruise Europe’s Danube River aboard Uniworld’s newest ship, the River Beatrice-November 28 - December 6, 2010. Join Steve and fellow club members while traveling through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany. From the large Holiday Markets of Vienna to the more intimate Holiday Markets of Bratislava, Passau, and Salzburg—each combines timeless traditions with elegant pageantry. 7 nights aboard a river-view stateroom with 7 guided shore excursions, a private Cuvaison wine tasting reception, & more.
Special Pricing from $1,849. For more information call Doctor Travel at 800-466-2784.
For more informatioin visit www.cuvaison.com/club
New Release - 2007 Brandlin Cabernet Sauvignon
Watch what winemaker, Steven Rogstad has to say about the
2007 Brandlin Cabernet Sauvignon - a New Release!
«Click here to learn about a special offer on this new release!»
Cuvaison, A Dog Friendly Winery!
No need to leave your dog home alone,
both of Cuvaison's Tasting Rooms are Dog Friendly!
Just don't forget the leash!
Meet Kelli, the well behaved dog of one of our dearest club members,
checking out the wonderful view from our Carneros Tasting Room terrace.
Who could leave such a great dog at home?
Kelli, you are welcome back anytime!
March Video Wine Notes!
Check out what Winemaker, Steven Rogstad has to say about the March Club Sampler wines, the 2008 ATS Chardonnay & 2008 Zinfandel Balc Mountain!
How to open ATS Chardonnay
Ever wondered how to open a bottle of our ATS Chardonnay? Watch as our Winemaker, Steven Rogstad shows how to break through the wax seal!