Domaine Carneros Announces New 2021 Offerings

Domaine Carneros Announces New 2021 Offerings

Winery Launches New Iteration of Fan Favorite “Bubbles & Bites” Experience, and Gifting Ideas Abound!

WHO: Founded in 1987, in the Carneros appellation of Northern California by the Champagne Taittinger family, Domaine Carneros is a grower producer of ultra-premium sparkling wines and limited production pinot noirs, Domaine Carneros has become the benchmark for California sparkling wine, reflecting both the individuality of the Carneros’ terroir and the craftsmanship of its French legacy.

There is always something new and exciting happening at the winery, so we thought we would round some of that information up here:
WHAT:  The Art of Sparkling Wine Pairing: Bubbles & Bites
Experience the versatility of sparkling wine in this unique food & wine pairing specially curated to highlight the flavors of Morocco! The third showcase menu in the winery’s popular “Bubbles & Bites” tasting experience transports guests on a palatal journey to Northern Africa with five “bites” – four savory, one sweet – each expressing the rich, layered flavors of Moroccan cuisine, and thoughtfully paired with four vibrant sparkling wines:

• Roasted Beets with Fromage Blanc and Avocado Mousse, dressed with a delicate Rosewater Dressing; Paired with 2016 Domaine Carneros Ultra Brut
• Harissa Crusted Mahi Mahi on a Chickpea and Red Pepper Stew; Paired with 2016 Domaine Carneros Estate Brut Cuvée
• Moroccan Spiced Pork with Date Chutney and Orange Relish; Paired with 2017 Domaine Carneros Brut Rosé
• North African Spiced Beef Short Rib served on a Crispy Cous Cous Cake; Paired with 2016 Domaine Carneros Vermeil Demi-Sec
• Creamy Panna Cotta infused with saffron and topped with spiced mandarins; Also paired with 2016 Domaine Carneros Vermeil Demi-Sec

Led by their most seasoned wine educators, this experience will open your eyes to a new side of sparkling wine.

WHEN:
Appointments begin November 1 (but are available to book now) Until the 1st, the Mexican Bubbles & Bites is still available to book
60-minute experience
$95 / Club Members $76 (cost does not include gratuity or sales tax)
Reserve online or by contacting the winery directly: 707-257-0101 x 150 or reservations@domainecarneros.com
Available for groups sized 2-6, guests 21 years and older
48-hour cancellation
WHAT: Domaine Carneros Holiday Gift Shop
Bring sparkle to your favorite wine lovers-both near and far. Delight everyone on your list with luxuriously boxed wines, small-batch gourmet treats, and stylish accessories from Domaine Carneros:

Cheers to You! ($110)
The winery’s ever-elegant salmon hued 2017 Brut Rosé sparkles with notes of fresh peach and pink grapefruit. We’ve paired this blushing beauty with four whimsical hand-etched flutes, each glass a unique work of art. The ensemble is beautifully boxed and perfect for that one-of-a-kind friend who deserves a true one-of-a-kind gift.

Sugar Cookie Sparkle ($79)
The perfect recipe for togetherness, this delectable gift set is sure to spark a new family tradition. Red Velvet’s baking kit includes pre-measured gourmet ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and all the darling decorations to create a scrumptious sugar cookie tree. Simply add eggs, butter, and invite your favorite sous chefs. A bottle of 2016 Vermeil Demi-Sec, with its luscious flavors of apple cobbler and marzipan, will be ready to uncork as the nibbling begins.

Merry Cocktail ($170)
Make the hour happy indeed! Our rich, complex 2016 Estate Brut is presented with chic mixology accoutrements: a pair of glimmering vintage coupes, a gold brushed aluminum 4-piece bar toolset with marble base, a sleek stainless-steel shaker in glossy gold, gold rimming sugar, and a jar of decadent French brandied Cherry Griottines. An ideal gift for the sophisticated sippers on your list or a stylish addition to your home bar.

WHEN:
Holiday gift items and gift sets will be available early November.  
Please visit the winery’s online marketplace for additional information and to make a purchase.
WHAT: Domaine Carneros Corporate Gifting Options + Virtual Tastings
Delight clients or colleagues with a luxurious wine gift from Domaine Carneros! They carefully box each wine gift in their Carneros cellar, complete with personalized words of cheer on a customized holiday card, always ensuring a winning presentation. This is a wonderful option for Domaine Carneros fans who might be looking to customize gifts or place large orders. Looking for a way to connect across the miles? Guests can consider gifting a Personal Virtual Tasting Experience,  

WHEN:
Corporate gifting sets are now available year-round.
More information is available on their corporate gifting page.
Customers are encouraged to contact the winery directly 1.800.716.2788 ext. 128 or businessgifts@domainecarneros.com to build their custom gift sets.
WHAT: Domaine Carneros Gift Cards Now Available
Giving the gift of sparkle has never been easier! A gift card is the perfect answer when you simply can’t decide. A personalized Château greeting card will be sent to the recipient’s mailbox; OR customers can choose to send a virtual e-gift card straight to the recipient’s inbox.

WHEN:
Available now.
Visit their gift card page for additional information or to make a purchase.

ABOUT DOMAINE CARNEROS 
Founded in 1987, Domaine Carneros reflects the hallmark of its founder, Champagne Taittinger, in creating a vision of terroir-driven sparkling wine and preserving the quality tenets of the traditional method production.  Located entirely within the Carneros AVA, between Napa and Sonoma counties, the six estate vineyards total approximately 400 acres with 125 acres planted to Chardonnay, 225 acres planted to Pinot Noir, with the remaining acres currently in development. The winery focuses on making ultra-premium Carneros sparkling wines largely estate grown and limited production Pinot Noirs. 

Domaine Carneros' château has become a landmark and symbol of the region. The architecture and interior design were inspired by the 18^th century Château de la Marquetterie, the historic Taittinger family residence in the Champagne region.  In March of this year, the San Francisco Chronicle named Domaine Carneros one of the top 25 Best Bay Area Wineries to Visit. 

The winery also places a high value on preserving the environment and has been a leader with respect to a vast array of environmental undertakings. The roof of the pinot noir winery adjacent to the château hosts a solar array that was the largest on any winery in the world when it was installed and this year, a state-of-the-art microgrid system will be installed which will help the winery with 85% of its energy needs.  Two of the most recent awards, were the California Green Medal for Domaine Carneros’ demonstration of “Smart Business through efficiencies, cost savings and innovation from implementing sustainable practices," and in 2020, the Napa Climate Now Climate Champion in the Business category.

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