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Design
Located at the southern edge of Yountville’s downtown center, our new home, affectionately known by locals as SOYO House, features our Foyer, Den, Founders’ Study, Courtyard and Kitchen, adding a vibrant new addition to Yountville. The concept of the design is an...
Where Can I Find the Best Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Tastings?
Choosing the best Napa Valley vineyards for Cabernet Sauvignon often depends on the year and the conditions in which the grapes are grown. Remember that weather, in general, like the amount of rain or the range of temperatures, can influence the final raw material to...
What Are the Must-Visit Yountville California Wineries for First-Time Visitors?
Any trip to Yountville in Napa Valley is a special occasion, one that may be filled with art, outdoor activities, live events, world-class dining, wine tasting, luxury accommodations, and much more. Visiting Yountville’s world-class wineries should also be part of...
What Defines the Best Cabernet Sauvignon Wine?
Everyone has their taste in wines and will choose different ones for their favorite. Some of us like more than one, while others are fixed on a single varietal or two. But from among the many that are available, how do we choose the best Napa Valley Cabernet...
How Can I Plan the Perfect Wine Tasting Day Trip to Wineries Near Yountville?
In the relatively small area surrounding Yountville, there are seven notable wineries and about fourteen excellent wine-tasting rooms. Planning to visit some of the best tasting rooms Yountville has can be a simple exercise, although choosing the best ones might be...
Handwritten Celebrates 15 Years of Crafting Napa Valley’s Finest
It's with immense joy and gratitude that we raise our glasses to celebrate Handwritten Wines' remarkable 15-year journey. Since our inaugural vintage in 2009, where we introduced the world to our exceptional 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2009 Stags Leap...
Holidays in Yountville
What to do in Yountville this Holiday Season People come to Napa Valley for a lot of reasons. The long list includes shopping, dining, spa visits, live entertainment, art appreciation, golf, hiking, picnicking, hot air balloon rides, wine tours, and more. And, of...
Yountville Wine Tasting Tips for Beginners
Wine tasting is a regular activity in Napa Valley and Yountville, especially since some of the tastiest wines anywhere are produced here. Visitors arrive from all over the world to sample the wines and enjoy all that Yountville offers. If you are planning to come to...
Blue Zone Certification: A Path to a Healthier and Longer Life at Handwritten Wines
In April 2023, Handcrafted Wines was awarded the first Blue Zone Certification for any winery in the United States. Blue Zone Certification is about creating a work environment that supports good health and a long life. Much of this is about relieving stress...
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is the most important, widely consumer varietal. People drink a wide range of wines, but the famous Cabernet is first among the rest. These wines are produced at large, wide-scale wineries as well as the many smaller boutique wineries that dot...
Taste the Terroir: Exploring Yountville’s Unique Wine-Tasting Experiences
The flavors and texture of Napa Valley wines largely depend on where the fruit is grown. With a wide variety of terroirs, the varietals available differ in many respects, with each wine portraying the flavor of its source. To this point, wines found in one winery may...
The Art of Pairing: Good Cabernet Sauvignon and Food
Cabernet Sauvignon is one of America’s favorite wines. From coast to coast, more and more people choose a good Cabernet Sauvignon for their preferred wine choice. Since good Cabernet Sauvignon tends to have higher tannins and a savory character, the wine pairs well...
Courtyard Sessions w/ Bailey Callahan
Handwritten Wines is kicking off its Labor Day weekend celebration with singer/songwriter Bailey Callahan. You will not want to miss this event, so making your reservations now is critical. The date of the event with be September 1 from 6:30 to 8:30, and the cost will...
Membership Offerings
Handwritten Wines, a maker of high-end handcrafted wines, invites everyone to become a member of their Wine Club. The benefits are many, and the actual cost is low. At Handwritten Wines, we cherish gathering with our members to explore the world of handcrafted wines...
Meet Our Traveling Wine Educators!
Meet Jacob Steiner and Adrienne Pares from our Wine On Location team! Jacob and Adrienne travel throughout the country bringing the incredible Napa Valley experience to you! _______________________________________________________ Jacob Steiner Hometown: Huntington...
2022 “The Author”
2022 “The Author" Release As the weather turns warmer, Handwritten Wines is about to unveil our latest creation, 2022 The Author, a handcrafted wine that captures the essence of summer and has become a beloved favorite among our fans. This wine is meticulously crafted...
Courtyard Sessions Summer Music Series
Courtyard Sessions Once again, Handwritten Wines will be presenting its Courtyard Summer Sessions. We will kick off our Courtyard Sessions with the return of the incredibly talented Renée Lubin. Performing twice, Friday, July 21, and Sunday, August 6, Renée will be...
Mango Shrimp Salad Recipe
MANGO SHRIMP SALAD Serves 4 Ingredients 1 mango, diced 1 avocado, diced ¼ cup cilantro, chopped 1 lime, juiced 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning 1-1½ tablespoons crème fraiche Micro greens...
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