Everyone knows Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel, but the silent star in our portfolio of wines, and on the radar of wine drinkers, is Petite Sirah – commonly a blending grape. Big, bold, and structured, the Petite Sirah is a grape truly unlike any other with memorable flavors and characteristics. We believe it to be the Lodi region’s hidden gem. What is Petite Sirah? Petite Sirah is a grape varietal that dates back to France, specifically the mid-1800s. It is a cross between Syrah and Peloursin grapes. Largely unknown, Petite Sirah is commonly…
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Try pairing with Home Ranch Petite Sirah Inspired by cold weather cooking and the red wine that accompanies it, we teamed up with Keith and Jackie of Superman Cooks to create a delicious, winter season recipe to pair with Petite Sirah. This Braised Pork Tenderloin dish is not overly complicated and easy to pop in the oven. It is perfect for a middle-of-the-week meal, or a recipe to pull out for entertaining. Both beautiful yet simple, the red cabbage pairs wonderfully with the vibrant color of the Petite Sirah, and brings out the…
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As I sit down to write this note, we are in the final stages of wrapping up the 2021 harvest. The last varieties are fermenting, the harvest equipment is being put away until next year, and we are all exhaling with relief that another successful vintage has been brought into the winery. Harvest was fast and furious this year, as many varieties were ready to be picked at the same time. Thankfully, we are blessed with an amazing vineyard and winery crew that was able to meet those needs and bring in the very…
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If great wine starts in the vineyard, then great vineyards must be cultivated by great farmers. This upcoming harvest, and specifically throughout the month of October (California Farmer and Farmworker Appreciation Month) we celebrate our old vines and the dedicated, hardworking team that farms them. We are blessed to have a full team of talented and passionate people that understand the importance, delicacy, and attention it requires to preserve old vines and the authentic story that is told through every bottle of wine it produces. Turning 118 this year, our Lizzy James Vineyard is a…
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Happy fall, ya’ll! We believe the season of autumn and delicious, cozy food go hand-in-hand, don’t you? We’ve crafted some fabulous wine pairings with Meike Peters’ recipes from her New York Times award-winning cookbooks. Enjoy this season by spending quality time with your loved ones in the kitchen and sipping on something special. Cheers! Braised Lamb Shanks with Kumquat, Fennel, Cardamom, and Mint Paired with Home Ranch Tempranillo Pull out the casserole dish, it’s time to make a delicious, tender lamb shank heaping with flavor and spice. With the leaves falling on a crisp…
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