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Overall impressions of Premiere Napa Valley 2026
Seven vintages, one trip to Premiere, and a clear point of view on where to put your money. Matt's overall impressions from Napa 2026.
Not Harlan. Not Bond. Just Promontory.
Maligned vintages have a way of aging quietly into something special. Matt's Promontory blind tasting made a compelling case for the wines everyone gave up on.
Peaks and Valleys: Our Trip to Napa in 2026 – Day 3
Staglin may be one of the greatest estates in Napa. Keenan will change your mind about Merlot. Day three had a few revelations before a Michelin-starred finale.
Peaks and Valleys: Our Trip to Napa in 2026 – Day 2
Promontory, the Oakville tasting event, Philip Togni on Spring Mountain — day two of Premiere Napa was, somehow, even better than day one.
Peaks and Valleys: Our Trip to Napa in 2026 – Day 1
Matt's a Napa veteran. Chris is a first-timer. My first Premiere — and day one started at OVID on Pritchard Hill. The bar was set before lunch.
Day 3: A Tale of Two Visits
Keenan had dogs. Lokoya had a Picasso. Both were on Spring Mountain, less than half a mile apart. I loved each in their own way.
Day 2: You Can’t See it From Here
It was my second day in the Napa Valley ever and I…
Day 1: A Castle in the Sky
A steep road, an overcast sky, and a mountaintop tasting room with an original Picasso on the wall. My first day in Napa did not disappoint.
The Wines Were Fine. Now Feed Me.
Yes, there was wine. But the real story from this PNV trip is everything we ate along the way.
While the World Watches the Games, We’re Pouring Lombardy’s Best
Alpine slopes, medal-worthy precision, and world-class performance—we're talking about Lombardy's wines, not the Olympics.
Small Tables, Big Flavors, and Seriously Thoughtful Wine Service
A memorable Philadelphia dinner defined by smart cooking, confident flavors, and wine service that elevates every course.
A Hidden Piedmont Gem: Tasting Cieck Erbaluce di Caluso
If you’re curious about Italian whites that don’t live in the usual suspects club, this video is your gateway to one of Piedmont’s most expressive hidden gems.
