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DIY Herbal Tisane with Bing Cherries

Inspired by Bonterra’s Biodynamic® vineyard at Butler Ranch, this homemade herbal tisane – a tea steeped with botanicals, spices, and fruit – pays homage to the cherry orchard that once occupied the estate, as well as the Single Vineyard Grenache it now produces. When we’re not enjoying wines from our Biodynamic® Collection, we opt for…

grazing board inspiration for fall

September Grazing Board Inspiration

Infinitely customizable and welcomed for any occasion, graze boards provide a variety of delicious bites that are always enhanced when paired with your favorite wine. Whether it’s enjoyed with friends amongst nature or served for snacking before dinner, grazing boards can offer a simple yet beautiful culinary experience.  We are constantly testing out new graze…

two glasses of rose

Mastering Wine Tasting: Essential Tips

Welcome to the captivating world of wine tasting! Prepare to embark on a sensory journey where the allure and romance of wine unfold before you. As you delve into the art of appreciating wine, allow us to be your guide. Bonterra Organic Estates is committed to sustainable winemaking. We take pride in our role as…

Is Cabernet Sauvignon Sweet? A Guide to Its Taste

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the best-known, most revered, and widely consumed red wines on Earth. But why is that? And what does Cabernet Sauvignon actually taste like?  In this post, we’ll dive into the typical flavor profiles and sweetness levels of Cabernet Sauvignon, discussing how they change from region to region, and answering common…

Lavender Lemony Herb Roasted Chicken

Lavender, Lemon, and Herb Roasted Chicken

Welcome back to our culinary corner, where we celebrate the art of cooking with nature’s finest ingredients! Today, we’re thrilled to share a delightful recipe for Lavender, Lemon, and Herb Roasted Chicken, featuring a star ingredient that embodies the essence of our organic winery: our very own dried organic lavender. Harvested from McNab Ranch, nestled…

Bonterra Cabernet Braised Beef with a Mascarpone Polenta

This cozy recipe comes from Alexandra at A Taste of Well Being. Slow cooking the beef yields melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. The recipe calls for 2 cups of Bonterra Cabernet – so plenty left over for you and your dining companions to enjoy with the finished meal! Time 4-5 hours

Herbal-Orange Sun Tea

Brewing tea in the sun makes it taste like you’ve captured summer in a glass. Use this recipe as a jumping off point for fun flavor combos of your own.

Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon next to bundles of rustic breadsticks

Rustic Breadsticks

It’s pretty simple. Life is better with breadsticks. Especially, when said breadsticks are herby and homemade. The easy and elegant way to upgrade your at-home dinner plans, you’ll be pre-heating your oven and pouring a glass of Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon in no time. No matter what your main dish is, we guarantee that you’ll be…

Wine sorbet float with Bonterra Rose, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

Summer Sorbet

What’s your favorite thing about summer? Ours is hands-down the delicious seasonal fruits at our local farmer’s market – stone fruit, melons, cherries and ALL the berries are showing their best in the summer months. Our least favorite? Heat. The sweltering can’t-cool-down kind. Luckily, we’ve found a way to enjoy the best of summer and…

Summer Vegetable Succotash

Summer Vegetable Succotash

Slow roasting yields an uber tender chicken, with flavors that will rival your favorite rotisserie chicken. Pair with our Riesling or Pinot Noir.

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Graze with Bonterra Voting Page

Select Your Favorite Grazing Board Above Board  Honey-infused goat cheese and rosemary asiago are adorned with succulent strawberries and sweet dried apricots in this delectable graze board. Fresh salami and prosciutto add a hint of salt, accented by fig and olive crisps, in a savory-sweet celebration of charcuterie. Pairs With: Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon Grazing Greens…