Apple Pie

AN AMERICAN CLASSIC There are two tips I’ll share for making truly great apple pie. The first is to mix the dough by hand, a technique learned from a local pastry chef, many moons ago. Contrary to the popular method of mixing the dough in a food processor—where...

Turkey with Lapsang Souchong Tea

AN AMERICAN CLASSIC We chose this twist on Thanksgiving turkey because we wanted to build on the earthier tones in our 2018 Lange Estate Pinot Noir. The effect is both subtle and elegant, adding depth of flavor where it’s not quite expected. When we first tested this...

Duck with Figs & Port

A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN For this elegant fall recipe, Duck with figs and a port reduction sauce, we’ve paired the dish with our 2016 Liberty Bell Pinot Noir. The richness of the seared duck skin is lifted by the bright acidity of the wine, and the autumnal forest floor...

Wild Mushroom Pappardelle

AN HOMAGE TO TUSCANY Pasta in a wild mushroom ragù is a rustic and soulful Italian dish that is blissfully versatile—don’t be afraid to experiment with a variety of wild mushrooms. We like to use a mix of fungi that’s locally available and in-season. If...