Last Saturday, August 25 we were pleased to host our 7th annual Dinner with the Family for our lucky Wine:30 Club Members! It was the ideal day, with late summer temperatures holding at a very comfortable 87 degrees. Guests were treated to a lovely evening amongst our estate Primitivo vineyard where grapes, lush with deep purple tones hung heavy on the vines. The tablescape included sterling silver roses accompanied by fresh tempranillo and chardonnay grape clusters and olive branches handpicked from the estate. Soft candlelight, twinkly lights and later in the evening, a full moon…
>>> READ MOREThis past Saturday, we were delighted to host our 8th annual Wine & Cheese Pairing with cheese-guru Cindy Della Monica, from Lodi’s very own Cheese Central! Cooling off in the chilled winery building on a hot summer day was just one of many perks we enjoyed during this favorite event. Harney Lane owners Kyle and Jorja worked closely with Cindy to taste a variety of fun combinations, ultimately landing on what all agreed were perfect pairings. This year, we opted to focus on picnic style cheese bites – the ideal snacks for dining al fresco!…
>>> READ MOREIt was a bright morning in our vineyards, with the early summer heat already creeping in. Lizzy James vines basked in the sunlight, standing gnarly and wild, leafy tendrils spilling over themselves as they have done every late spring since they were first planted in 1904. On this day, however, these old vines welcomed new visitors for the first time. A caravan of cars enthusiastically arrived, led by our fearless Proprietor and Vineyard Manager Kyle Lerner. A group of about 30 Harney Lane aficionados hopped out, eager to learn more about Kyle’s personal experience with…
>>> READ MOREIn addition to harvesting the very best grapes for our wines, our hardworking crews also handpick fresh cherries in our nearby orchards every summer! Now is the time, when cherries are a gorgeous ruby red and full of juicy sweetness. This week, we followed along and watched as the fruit was carefully picked, bin after bin, always capturing the sniff of approval from our wine dog, Charlie! One of our favorite foodies, Chef Nancy Waldeck of Taste and Savor in Atlanta, sent us an exceptional cherry recipe to pair with our Lizzy James Old Vine Zinfandel. We tested it out…
>>> READ MOREOur team may not be in the big game this weekend, but that won’t stop us from celebrating with our favorite #superbowlfood! We’ll also be cheering for our newest player, as our long-awaited Petite Sirah takes the field! In the spirit of great wine, delicious food and football, we’ve gathered a collection of pairings that are perfect for Super Bowl Sunday… EASY SESAME SHISHITO PEPPERS No one scores points at a football party with salad.Here’s a take on our favorite alternative – smoky, salty shishitos, slightly charred in sesame oil. Pair with our chilled Harney…
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