Franciscan Winery

September 18, 2015 By Tanji Leave a Comment

Bring Wine Country’s Harvest Season Home!

September 18, 2015 By Tanji Leave a Comment

Having just returned from a welcome retreat to Wine Country, I can tell you – now’s the perfect time to go get lost on the West Coast! We’re entering a GORGEOUS time of year for out there…the air cool and crisp, the scenery exploding with indescribable color. The time of year growers and wine makers live for!

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November 13, 2012 By Tanji Leave a Comment

Blending for Beginners at the Franciscan Winery!

November 13, 2012 By Tanji Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever wondered what goes into making a wine, the Franciscan Estate & Mount Veder Winery insist that you partake in one of their blending exercises…a process that true wine makers live for!

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September 13, 2012 By Tanji Leave a Comment

Franciscan Winery Wins Out!

September 13, 2012 By Tanji Leave a Comment

You’re looking at one of the most beautiful heirloom tomato salad presentations I’ve ever seen! Chef Cory Strike of Franciscan Winery in Napa is a true talent in the kitchen.

Filed Under: Franciscan Winery, Napa Valley, Vineyards, Wine Travels Tagged With: Chef Cory Strike, Franciscan, Franciscan Winery, heirloom, Heirloom Tomato Salad, Napa, Napa Valley, tapenade, tapenade sauce, tomato