Our Journal
Laura’s Tasting Notes: The 2017 Paloma Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2017 Paloma Cabernet Sauvignon is unlike other Napa Valley Cabs; its tannins are present, but they don't “hit you in the face” as they say. This mountain Cab uncoils its cranberry pomegranate depth right from the rim of the glass. A deeper inhale brings a...
Laura’s Tasting Notes: The 2013 Paloma Merlot
Considered by Winemaker Sheldon Richards to be one of the most complex wines he has ever made and considered by Robert Parker to be deliciously textured and opulent—see Robert’s Review below. The 2013 vintage was a great year for Paloma, as well as the rest of...
Laura’s Tasting Notes: The 2010 Paloma Merlot
As of October 10, 2023 The 2010 Merlot has a lovely round mouthfeel with a lush plum and strawberry seed finish. It lets the drinker know that it still has aging potential. At thirteen years, it shows no signs of the all too common "candied" profile or thinning out....
The Art of Charcuterie
Charcuterie, like wine, is an art. Making it is an art and assembling it is an art. Subtle little adjustments can make a world of difference and the right pairing can make an experience that much more memorable. We are going to focus on three main ideas:...
Our Practices: Paloma Vineyard’s Regenerative Farming Journey
If you are unfamiliar with the practice of Regenerative Farming, we highly recommend reading this short breakdown! What is Regenerative Farming? In 2021, shortly after the devastating fire season of the previous fall, and after numerous years of drought...
What is Regenerative Farming?
Regenerative Farming or Regenerative Agriculture is a diverse ecological system that revitalizes the beneficiary relationships of the plant life and nature that live within the ecosystem. While we tend to focus on what we see above ground, regenerative farming...
A Wine Pairing Guide: How to Pair Wine with Food
Selecting a bottle of wine to decompress from a hard day’s work is a luxury we all enjoy. On hot summer days, most reach for a refreshing bottle of white. But what happens when you are in the mood for something red? Or when you want to drink your wine with a meal? The...
A Winemaker’s Concerns during Fire Season
Fires have ripped through the Napa Valley over the last six years. Underneath all the rubble that was left from the wake of those fires has been a superior fire response and prevention system, greater inter-neighborhood cooperation, and a deeper understanding...
Outdoor Adventures: The Best Hiking in the Napa Valley!
While most people visit the Napa Valley for the wine, many come for the outdoor adventures. It’s a favorite playground of Bay Area residents looking to escape the hustle and bustle. With quieter trails and calmer roads, hiking and cycling are fantastic options...
Second Customers to Ever Visit Jim, Barb, and Paloma
By Curt Sandman and Jennifer Barron Jenny and I were educating ourselves about wine. We had begun to appreciate the companionship between good food and great wine, and since we did a fair amount of cooking, we decided it was time to start collecting wine that...