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Blending sessions are where a wine truly starts to Blending sessions are where a wine truly starts to take its final shape. Recently, we spent time with Philippe, tasting through individual lots, comparing components, and evaluating how each parcel contributes to the whole. Small adjustments—sometimes just a few percentage points—can shift texture, balance, and aromatic expression in meaningful ways.This process isn’t about making the wine bigger or louder, but more precise. We look at structure, acidity, tannin, and how the wine carries across the palate, always with an eye toward ageability and a clear sense of place. These thoughtful decisions, made long before bottling, are what allow each Carte Blanche wine to express its vineyard, vintage, and intent.
Long blending days benefit from a quick reset. Bet Long blending days benefit from a quick reset. Between sessions, Nick and Philippe grabbed a coffee and took a walk through St. Helena—clearing the mind before heading back to the cellar. Blending is an art, one we take very seriously and with great intention.  It’s the final piece to the puzzle before the wines are bottled and ready to be sent to your home.
Tonight the CB team got together and enjoyed a din Tonight the CB team got together and enjoyed a dinner at one of our favorite places in Napa Valley - @brasswoodnapavalley - to celebrate the occasion we shared a bottle of 2015 Carte Blanche Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, our first 100 point wine. It was an amazing night, and the wine sang like an epic ballad. It was a night for us to be thankful for all of you who have supported this dream throughout the years. Tonight we raise a glass to you, and thank you…thank you for believing in us, our story, our wines, and what we do. Cheers to you, from the CB crew.
Wandering the vineyards in the early morning and s Wandering the vineyards in the early morning and sometimes you get to see the famous Napa Valley hot air balloons taking off. We have plenty of guests who come to a tasting after a hot air balloon experience and the message is always the same…there’s nothing like a hot air balloon ride then enjoying a tasting experience with us! We encourage you to do the same, tastings are available - reach out, we’d love to see you.#wine #winery #napawines #napavalleywine #nvaloft
Winter, done right. A fire crackling nearby, the n Winter, done right.
A fire crackling nearby, the night slowing down, and a glass of Carte Blanche in hand—Cabernet built for cold evenings, quiet conversations, and that last log on the fire.
Between the quiet rows of dormant vines, the musta Between the quiet rows of dormant vines, the mustard is back—painting the vineyard floor gold across Napa Valley. It’s not just a pretty winter moment. Mustard acts as a natural cover crop, loosening compacted soils, improving drainage, and drawing nutrients up from deep below. When it’s turned back into the earth, it feeds the soil, boosts organic matter, and helps suppress pests and weeds—setting the stage for healthier vines come spring.#vineyards #vines #wine #winery #napavalley
Carte Blanche Beckstoffer Cabernet Sauvignon bring Carte Blanche Beckstoffer Cabernet Sauvignon brings powerful depth, dark fruit, and seamless structure straight from the heart of Napa Valley—crafted to elevate your winter dinner, or to enjoy with friends.Pair it with cast-iron steak, creamy mashed potatoes, earthy mushrooms, and winter greens. Order a couple bottles, savor them this season, and tag us in your photos so we can see how Carte Blanche Beckstoffer fills your table and your stories.#CarteBlancheWine #BeckstofferCabernet #NapaValley #WinterWine #WineAndDinner
Doing Dry January? Did you know Chardonnay is the Doing Dry January? Did you know Chardonnay is the perfect thing for that? No stained teeth, no proof, just good decisions (mostly).Our UV Chardonnay is crisp, fresh, and somehow tastes even better after a workout—call it water’s more interesting cousin…go ahead and have a glass, we won’t tell 😏
It’s 5 o’clock here in Napa Valley. The work week It’s 5 o’clock here in Napa Valley. The work week clocked out, the glass showed up, let Carte Blanche take you right into the weekend.Buy a bottle and enjoy yours this weekend. Head to the link in our bio to acquire your wines today.
Cold nights call for the right kind of warmth. A c Cold nights call for the right kind of warmth. A cozy Carte Blanche hoodie, a glass of Cab, and winter suddenly feels a little more forgiving. It’s the kind of pairing that turns chilly evenings into something worth slowing down for.Stay warm. Drink well.
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One of the best parts of wine is what happens when One of the best parts of wine is what happens when it meets the table.Thoughtful pairings. Seasonal dishes. Long conversations that stretch well past the last pour.At Carte Blanche, we love bringing wine and food together—and we’re happy to host your own private wine dinner or luncheon, tailored just for you and your guests. From curated pairings to an intimate setting, this is where great bottles and great meals do their best work.Interested in hosting something special?
Email Will at will@carteblanchewine.comLet’s set the table.
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Start the new year off right with a tasting at Car Start the new year off right with a tasting at Carte Blanche Winery.Dry January? Let’s not be dramatic.Do what actually feels right—come taste wine with us instead. Incredible handcrafted wines, beautiful surroundings, and wines worth breaking your New Year resolutions for.Grab a friend, make a plan, and kick January off the delicious way.Book a tasting and let’s make the new year a little less dry.
As the needle lifts on 2025, we’re feeling nothing As the needle lifts on 2025, we’re feeling nothing but gratitude—and a great soundtrack playing in the background.This past year was filled with incredible moments shared over wine and music, laughter echoing through the caves, and so many unforgettable tastings at Brasswood. To the entire Brasswood team—thank you for the warmth, the hospitality, and for creating a space where friends old and new could gather, reconnect, and raise a glass together. It truly felt like home.To our friends near and far—those who joined us in person and those who opened a bottle from miles away—thank you for being part of the Carte Blanche story. Every visit, every shared playlist, every message, every pour reminds us that wine, like music, is meant to be experienced together.At Carte Blanche, we believe the best nights have a soundtrack: a record spinning, a bottle open, and good company leaning in. As we step into the new year, we’re excited for what’s next—new vintages coming into focus, new songs on repeat, and many more moments worth pressing play on.Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with great wine, great music, and even better company. We’ll see you in 2026—volume up, glasses full.Cheers,
The Carte Blanche Team
Winter in the vineyard arrives with rain—and purpo Winter in the vineyard arrives with rain—and purpose. Seasonal storms replenish groundwater, allowing nutrients stored deep beneath the valley floor to move back into the root zone. While the vines rest in dormancy, their roots remain active, absorbing water and essential minerals that will fuel budbreak and early shoot growth in the months ahead. After the rains, rainbows often follow—a quiet reminder that this slow, soaking season is doing the most important work of the year.📸: @garretmurphyphotography
This time of year has a way of bringing people tog This time of year has a way of bringing people together—gathered around the table, pouring something special, and leaning into the moments that matter most.From all of us at Carte Blanche, thank you for being part of our story. For sharing our wines with friends and family, celebrating milestones big and small, and supporting the quiet work that happens in the vineyard and cellar long before a cork is pulled.We wish you a holiday season filled with warmth, beautiful meals, deep conversations, and glasses raised with the people you love most. However you celebrate, may it be generous, meaningful, and full of joy.Happy Holidays from our family to yours.
Winter is here. ❄️ In the vineyard, everything slo Winter is here. ❄️
In the vineyard, everything slows down—and that’s the magic. The vines slip into dormancy, conserving energy, sending their roots deeper, quietly preparing for what’s next. Pruning shapes the future vintage, cold nights reset the soils, and the land gets the rest it deserves.It’s a season of patience and promise—one that reminds us great wines are made long before the first budbreak. 🍷
We’re honored to count @rexpickett, author of @sid We’re honored to count @rexpickett, author of @sidewayswine, as a true Carte Blanche fan. His novel—and the film it inspired—played a huge role in shaping modern wine culture, shining a light on the places, people, and conversations that come alive around a great bottle.In his glass: Carte Blanche Chardonnay. Sourced from cool-climate vineyards and crafted with care, it’s a wine built for balance, texture, and lingering evenings.Because the best way to spend an evening?
A great book. A great glass of Carte Blanche. And time well spent.
Carte Blanche hits The Mark every time. Thoughtful Carte Blanche hits The Mark every time. Thoughtfully crafted, quietly luxurious, and meant to be shared around a table full of good stories. It’s the kind of bottle that doesn’t need wrapping paper—just good company and the right moment.When you’re looking for a gift that feels personal, timeless, and unmistakably special… Carte Blanche.
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