A journal by Bonterra Organic Estates
Tomato season has arrived. To celebrate, Environmental Epicurist: Oliver English has created a recipe featuring juicy heirloom tomatoes, homemade pistachio pesto, and delicious burrata to pair with our Regenerative Organic Certified® Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. “One of my favorite open-faced sandwiches to make, this one with heirloom tomatoes, garden basil & pistachio pesto, California burrata on…
Continue reading Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Summer ToastOur summer gardens are steadily growing and our grills are readied for the next sunny day. While we love the succulent flavors of grilled fare, summer also ushers in an abundance of fresh, organic ingredients; colorful additions to our al fresco meals and seasonal flavors to complement our crisp white wines and our light-bodied reds.…
Continue reading BBQ Pork Tenderloin with Peach SalsaMay is peak-Spring and the signs of the season are all around: dirt on our hands from planting summer gardens, bustling farmers markets and the smell of the grill from al fresco neighborhood gatherings. We love combining the fresh flavors of this season with something delicious from the grill, but we REALLY love combining both…
Continue reading Spring Salad with Mustard & Herb Grilled Flank SteakOliver English’s Roasted red pepper and white bean hummus, spring market carrots, dates, crostini, gouda & parmesan “Spring is here! To pair with this delicious Biodynamic California Cab The McNab from Bonterra Organic Estates, I made a big spring snack board – a combination of crudités, mezze & cheese with roasted red pepper and white…
Continue reading Spring Snacks Board | Crudités, Mezze & CheeseboardWe often talk about our pioneering efforts around environmental stewardship, and many don’t know that our Administration Building is a great example of those commitments. During the building’s construction in the 1990s, the use of recycled and environmentally friendly materials were prioritized. The building also has a unique ventilation system that cools the building in…
Continue reading Time Capsule: Our Commitments to Environmental Stewardship in ActionApril signals the arrival of spring and welcomes the beginning of Earth Month, a time when many people may be searching for simple but impactful ways to live more sustainably. But, living more consciously doesn’t mean steering away from life’s little luxuries, like enjoying a glass of great wine. In fact, the wine industry is…
Continue reading 4 tips to choose an ecofriendly wine for Earth Month“Bold, sweet, tangy, it’s all there!” -Environmental Epicurist: Oliver English Oliver recommends pairing this recipe with our delicious Estate Cabernet Sauvignon!
Continue reading Portabello Tartine with Whipped Goat + Gorgonzola CheeseMarch has arrived and we find ourselves in one of those “between” seasons – is spring budding or is it definitely still winter? Depending on where you are, it could be either – or both! This season calls for a simple recipe that is as versatile as the Pinot Noir we paired it with. This…
Continue reading Sheet Pan Gnocchi, Sausage + MushroomsCreating A Wonderful Dish With Environmental Epicurist Oliver English: Excited to partner with our friends at Bonterra, a local certified California Regenerative Organic vineyard producing some delicious wines. To pair with their chardonnay, I made a Pistachio & Garden Kale Pesto with Paccheri Pasta. Lots of citrus and nuttiness from the pistachios. From plants to…
Continue reading Pistachio & Garden Kale Pesto with Paccheri PastaAh, Valentine’s Day. This sweet celebration of love is also the year’s first occasion for decadence and sweet treats. Bring on the candy hearts and chocolates! If you are looking for something just as delicious to delight your sweetheart (or just to keep for yourself), try our recipe for chocolate and strawberry yogurt bark. This…
Continue reading Chocolate and Strawberry Yogurt BarkBONTERRA ORGANIC ESTATES LAUNCHES THE ESTATE COLLECTION, A NEW TIER OF REGENERATIVE ORGANIC CERTIFIED® WINES New Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon represent Bonterra’s many decades of pioneering leadership in regenerative organic viticulture, and shine a spotlight on Mendocino County. HOPLAND, Calif., Jan. 25, 2023 – Bonterra Organic Estates today announced the launch of the Bonterra Estate…
Continue reading THE ESTATE COLLECTIONHere at Bonterra, we embrace any opportunity to share our commitment to regenerative organic practices and climate neutral certification. Last year, we were thrilled to have been featured (twice) by Forbes for our pioneering spirit in becoming the first winery to be certified climate neutral. The article summarized our commitment to measuring our carbon footprint…
Continue reading Climate Neutral Now: Forbes Feature
