“Brother and sister team, Trent and Kimberly Jackson collaborated with their vintner “green thumb” father to found their first label in 1996. Over time the two identified their unique niche among the next generation wine enthusiasts. Outliers from the dominating short list of old school napa wineries, the two saw an opportunity to buck the “en vogue” winemaking style of their day to focus on the unique terroir of their family vineyard. After all, “change comes first at a small scale driven by the smaller more nimble producers.”
Soon after, cult Winemaker Kirk Venge was recruited to create balanced wines reflecting varietal character and a sense of place. Passionate about our vineyard site, integral to our clone and root stalk selections, and now 15 years in, Kirk has reinforced their instinct that focus should always be on “sense of place” to understand the nuances that allow us to make great wine.”
1st Course
Fried Artichoke Caesar
Wine-Jax Y3 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
“Bursting with layers of Meyer lemon, nectarine and stone fruit, this beauty is iconic of expressive Napa Valley lushness balanced by a lingering acidity on the finish. “
2nd Course
Shrimp Pasta with Pesto Cream Sauce
Wine-Jax Y3 Chardonnay, Napa Valley
“Well framed with expressive citrus, delicate pear and green apple notes, JAX Y3 Chardonnay offers lovely aromatics and fresh acidity. The 2021 vintage reflects the complete expression of a picture-perfect vintage.”
Entrée
Oven Baked Ribs with Chipotle BBQ Sauce
Wine-JaxY3 Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast
“Dark aromas of ripe blackberries, currants, and a hint of spice. This Cabernet Sauvignon coats the palate with dense layers of black cherry, cocoa nib, forest floor and soft hints of cedar. Full-bodied with broad structure, this wine carries through with vibrant acidity and delicate tannins.”
Dessert
Lemon Curd and Yogurt Fool
$45 per person