Pinot Mom

A sunny day here in the Willamette Valley to end an amazing - but not at all surprising - week.
While our capital was in uproar and our President and his followers were carrying out a seditious and violent conspiracy, the result of which amounted to domestic terrorism and at least two deaths, I was over here on the opposite coast trying to focus on starting the year with some productive work on projects that are important to me. I was moderately successful.
Meanwhile I thought I’d share one of my talented girl’s latest works with you. This one I commissioned her to do as our winery holiday card. An illustration of the hope we have for being able to gather around the table with friends and loved ones again sometime this year. I never knew how much I would miss it.
I absolutely love how this painting turned out and I’m holding it up as a beacon. Better and brighter days are ahead, friends. I’ll see you there ✨☀️

I need a distraction right at this moment, so let’s talk about food!
Last night I made this Pasta with Turkish Style Lamb and Eggplant with Yogurt Sauce. It’s a slight variation of a vintage recipe I loved years ago. Turns out I still love it. It’s the perfect balance of comfort and style. So good that I sent it to my Wine Club members this fall. A lovely match with many of our Pinots.
Watch the Story at to see the step by step and grab the recipe for yourself.
Cheers, friends🍷Keep the faith!