In this series we will track the whereabouts of our intrepid traveler Tripp Donelan. Based in Healdsburg, CA Tripp’s office is really his suitcase + laptop + Blackberry. Think the life romantic? Follow Tripp’s adventures, dining, tastings, and sightings.
While the production team was busy with harvest in October and November, Tripp was on the road – checking in with accounts, expanding Donelan’s relationships with exclusive restaurants, and making a stop at the James Beard Foundation’s Taste of Nantucket.
The Perfect Wife, Manchester, VT
In Vermont, Tripp visited with Chantecleer and Bistro Henry, as well the Dorset Inn and the Perfect Wife, where Donelan wines are now available.
At the Taste of Nantucket in New York City, Tripp sat with Orla Murphy-LaScola from Nantucket’s American Seasons and connected with Scott Osif of the Galley Beach, Tom Barry of the Great Harbor Yacht Club, and Seth Raynor of the Pearl and the Boarding House – all of which were featured restaurants at the dinner. The Donelan 2010 Nancie Chardonnay was served with hors d’oeuvres and the 2010 Two Brothers Pinot was paired with squab, a black truffle marshmallow, and sweet potatoes sarladaise (potatoes cooked in garlic and . . . fat).
Swinging through NYC Tripp caught up with Donelan pals Ruben Sanz Ramiro of Veritas and Trace Conway of the Red Cat before heading home. Stop in, have a glass of Donelan, and say hello!
After a brief return to the winery, Tripp hit the road again – this time for Colorado, making stops in Denver, Vail, and Aspen, where he dined at Donelan supporter Cache Cache. Watch for Donelan’s 2010 Nancie Chardonnay and 2009 Cuvee Christine at the Vail Valley Medical Center Family Dinner Dance on Dec. 28th at the Cascade.
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Recipes for Donelan Wines: American Seasons Pate
We hope you are enjoying a wonderful Fall with your family & friends. With Thanksgiving upon us we thought this rustic, flavorful pate would make a delicious appetizer for holiday entertaining paired with one of our incredible wines. Did you know Syrah and
American Seasons Pate topped w/Foie Gras
Grenache are perfect for Thanksgiving? The layers of complex flavor and fruit surface exceptionally well with roast turkey, dressing and other dishes of the holiday.
As many of you know Nantucket is one of my favorite places on earth and we get away to this beautiful piece of paradise as often as we can. The island is full of charm, history and fantastic food. One of our favorite places is American Seasons. Chef Michael LaScola and his wife Orla Murphy LaScola create fresh creations, like this country pate, and pair them with an equally creative wine list. Orla suggests our 2009 Cuvee Moriah with this pate. The Cuvee Moriah, a blend of 75% Grenache and 25% Syrah, has beautiful balance and structure which pairs well with the meaty flavors of this pate. (Learn More About 2009 Cuvee Moriah)
Enjoy!
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