Recently, we were recommended to visit Wheeler
Farms by James from Theorum Winery on Diamond Peak. We were not disappointed.
Wheeler Farms has a rich history that started in
1871 by Charles Wheeler. In 2014, Bart and Daphne Araujo led a group that
purchased this historic property and continued the tradition of making world
class wines. The property includes beautiful gardens, a fruit tree
orchard, olive trees, edible gardens, chickens and bees. The winery on the
property includes the most advanced technology for winemaking for Wheeler as
well as other wine brands.
Our host today was Patrick whose passion and
knowledge of wine made for a very special wine tasting experience. We enjoyed a
great pairing of food that was paired perfectly with renown winemaker Nigel
Kinsman’s heavenly creations.
We began with the 2019 J.H Wheeler Cabernet Franc
Rose that was crisp, refreshing and perfectly paired with a Salmon and Ocean
Trout Rillette, served on house made crackers
Next, was the JH Wheeler 2020’Sauvignon Blanc. It had fresh aromas of lemon, lime and apricot and was paired with shrimp salad with cucumber, nectarine, pickled red onion and tarragon.
We then enjoyed the 2018 JH Wheeler Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon. It was a blend of 90%Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc
and 5% Merlot. It was paired with crispy duck confit with flageolets and
huckleberry jus.
Finally, we tasted the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
from the famed Beckstoffer George’s III Vineyard. The wine was ‘sensational‘
and perfectly paired with prime beef sirloin with roasted garlic pomme purée
and caramelized onion.
In conclusion, we would highly recommend you add
this winery to your ‘must do’ Napa Valley bucket list. The tasting room
is stunning and the ambience brings a wonderful relaxed feeling. We look forward to returning soon.
For more information and to make a reservation, go
to:
https://www.wheelerfarmswine.c
