Paris-Inspired Food & Wine
As the opening ceremonies of the 2024 Olympic Games commence in Paris, we are taking inspiration from the host country to build a delicious spread of appetizers. With a rich legacy of fine food and wine, France offers all the elegance and flavor you could want, whether you’re enjoying the games alone or hosting watch parties! Celebrate the national pride and elite athleticism of the olympics while savoring Paris-inspired pairings.
Pastries & Confections -
Get lost in all the flaky layers of a buttery croissant or a Pain Au Chocolat. We might reach for a buttery chardonnay, but if you want to enjoy these in proper parisian style, coffee is the perfect pairing. Consider making Gougères for something light yet savory (and addicting!). To take it in a sweeter direction, the picturesque Eclairs and Macarons of French bakeries deserve a spot in your lineup as well!
Good Bread & Good Spreads -
It’s that simple. We recommend that you select a perfectly crusty baguette from a local bakery, and don’t skimp on high-quality French butter. You won’t regret it! Add a light sprinkle of Fleur de sel to unlock all the nuanced flavor of these simple ingredients. For a more complex topping, a Provençal Black Olive Tapenade offers flavors we can’t get tired of, especially on toasted high-quality bread.
French Cheeses -
Any conversation about French cuisine is incomplete without the luxurious cheeses, loved all over the world. For your cheeseboard, offer a range of characteristics! We recommend Camembert or Brie for a soft cheese, both of which are especially good when baked and paired with a tart berry jam. Cheeses like Munster and Comté offer approachability and pair perfectly with just about everything. If you’re craving something with some funk or earthiness, go for a Roquefort or Chèvre. If you're focusing on cheese, then wine is non-negotiable.
Select the wines you love -
Many of your favorite wine varietals find their roots in France. Some of these wines retain their old-world style, while others have taken on a unique Californian flair. Either way, these wines are ideal for occasions of all kinds and will pair well with the foods explored above!
White Wines -
It’s warm outside! We recommend reaching for a crisp and tropical Sauvignon Blanc or a refreshing and buttery Chardonnay.
Bordeaux Classics -
The Bordeaux varietals are among the most famous. To honor these, open up a Reserve or Jewel Cabernet Sauvignon or a Jewel Petit Verdot.
Bordeaux Blends -
We take inspiration from the many delectable blends borne by the Bordeaux varietals. We recommend our Cuvee Dray, which is a Cabernet-forward Bordeaux-style blend. Alternatively, you can elevate your spread with the elegant and exclusive Odyssey Red Wine, a blend created in the style of right-bank bordeaux blends and celebrating the history of the Ruby Hill estate.
Other French Varietals -
We would be remiss to exclude other French varietals. There is still much to enjoy outside of Bordeaux! Enjoy a Petite Sirah from our Reserve or Jewel Collection, or open a Riverbed Red, our club-exclusive blend of Cabernet, Syrah, and Petite Sirah.
We invite everyone to explore the food and drinks above to find their favorite combinations! Let us know your Bronze, Silver, and Gold @rubyhillwines on Instagram.
A July Sunrise in the Vineyard
Every year, July brings sunshine and heat into the vineyard. This week, we stepped into the vineyard in the picturesque morning hours to catch the beauty of this season as the sunrise spread across each block of the estate. Scroll along this gallery to join us!
These young Cabernet vines are thriving. Later on in the growing season, we will drop fruit from the vines and leave only a few clusters so the vines can concentrate the flavor and health of the clusters that remain.
Across the estate, the fruit has set into healthy green clusters, which will continue growing before turning into their mature colors later on in the season.
Most of our blocks still have a full canopy of leaves. We will strategically remove leafy growth later in the season to aid ripening, but during our current heatwave, the fruit has shelter!
The vineyard is a place of peacefulness and serene movement. We captured this pinwheel of morning light bursting through one row, dappling sunshine across the soil.
These healthy Zinfandel clusters have a beautiful vantage point on the estate, nestled in between owl boxes and the peacock patch.
It is always a delight to see vines as happy as this Cabernet Sauvignon, growing without hesitation.
These juvenile Petite Sirah clusters are right at home in the sparkle of light in the morning haze.
What’s a California vineyard without a deliciously reliable Cabernet Sauvignon? These gorgeous vines help make it possible.
These robust Sangiovese vines are full of potential and promise for the harvest season. Sangio lovers, rejoice!
A closer look at the Sangiovese shows just how prolific and happy this varietal is in our vineyard.
The golden glow of sunrise brings out the best in our vineyard, particularly in this season. Thank you for joining us for this virtual walk!
Want to see the beauty up close for yourself? Our popular MCVE Bus tour takes you behind hte scenes and into the vineyard. Learn more here.
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