This year we’ve been working our way across Sonoma County one release at a time. Winter took us to the Petaluma Gap, spring to the Russian River Valley. For fall, we’re heading west to the Sonoma Coast, and it’s the release I’ve been looking forward to most. A big name for a lot of […]
Our first Cabernet Sauvignon, and how a Pinot guy ended up in the middle of the Napa Valley floor. I’ve had Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon in the back of my mind for years. I never chased it. Partly because I’ve always been too busy, and partly, honestly, because I was a little intimidated by […]
Our 2024 Petaluma Gap Pinot Noirs When people ask what most shapes a wine, there are a lot of good answers. Vintage. Farming. Winemaking choices. Time. But if you spend enough years walking vineyards and tasting fruit from different sites, you start to realize that place is the thread that runs through everything. That’s why […]
The holidays always remind me that good evenings do not need much. A few thoughtful bites, wines you are excited to share, and the right people around the table can turn an ordinary night into something special. I wanted to put together a small pairing menu that feels easy for any home cook, but still […]
The holidays have always been about connection for me. Good food on the table, people you love around it, and a few bottles you have been waiting for the right moment to open. And if you want to bring a little extra fun to your hosting this year, I have two easy wine games that […]
There are a few things that make a Thanksgiving table feel complete, like a great stuffing. At Vaughn Duffy Wines, we love a dish that’s earthy, comforting, and made to shine alongside a beautiful glass of Pinot Noir. This Wild Mushroom and Herb Stuffing does just that. It’s rich and aromatic, with layers of […]
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite days of the year. Good food, great company, and plenty of wine. Around here, we keep it simple with thoughtful pairings, easy hospitality, and a table that feels inviting, not intimidating. Whether you are hosting for the first time or have your traditions down, here are my five […]
It’s been a year since we bottled our 2023 vintage Pinot Noirs, and these wines have surpassed every expectation. From the moment we first tasted them in the cellar, to sharing them with guests in our tasting room, we’ve seen the magic of these wines unfold. Now, Wine Enthusiast has confirmed what we’ve been feeling […]
The Scene of the Crime It was somewhere between my 75th and 80th wine tasted of the morning when it really started to sink in. No, not the wine. I was spitting all of that. It was the fait accompli that had taken place two years ago in this very room. That was when Pinot […]
Our three new release wines for Summer 2021: Bricoleur Vineyard Pinot Noir, Kick Ranch Sauvignon Blanc and Bartolomei Brothers Vineyard Carignane.