Adastra Wines News

Adastra at Pinot Days

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:08:00 -0600

Thu, 17 Jun 2010

Adastra at Pinot Days

Adastra is a major participant in Pinot Days, the San Francisco Bay Area's celebration of "the heartbreak grape." Events featuring Adastra pinot noirs include:

Kick-Off Tasting, Wednesday, June 16, 6 p.m. - MO Bar at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 222 Sansome Street, San Francisco. Adastra is among six producers pouring with pinot-paired hor d'ouevres being served. Tickets cost $28.
Winemakers' "Table Hop" Dinner with Chef Roy Yamaguchi - Monday, June 21, 6:30 p.m. - Roy's Restaurant, 575 Mission St., San Francisco. Adastra is among five wines being sampled at the pre-dinner reception, with the meal featuring an additional eight pinots. Tickets cost $140.
California Wine Merchant Pinot Days Series: Carneros Pinot Noir - Monday, June 21, 6 p.m. - California Wine Merchant, 2113 Chestnut St., San Francisco. Adastra pours at this in-store event associated with the festival. Tickets cost $15.
Wine Spectrum (Santa Rosa) Pinot Days Kick-Off Tasting - Tuesday, June 22, 5 p.m. - Wine Spectrum, 123 4th St., Santa Rosa. Adastra pours at this in-store event associated with the festival. Tickets cost $15.
In "Trivial" Pursuit of Pinot Noir - Saturday, June 26, 3 p.m. - The Fleet Room, Fort Mason Center, Buchanan St. and Marina Blvd., San Francisco. Adastra will join 15 other highly acclaimed pinot producers at this event, which includes the chance to try your palette and your luck at some trivia questions that for some will result in winning some stellar wines. Tickets cost $70.
2008 Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast and Carneros Pinot Noir - Saturday, June 26, 6 p.m. - The Fleet Room, Fort Mason Center, Buchanan St. and Marina Blvd., San Francisco. Adastra previews the 2008 Pinot Noir at this tasting spotlighting our region's producers. Tickets cost $70.
Grand Festival Public Tasting - Sunday, June 27, 1 p.m. - Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center, Buchanan St. and Marina Blvd., San Francisco. Sunday's Grand Tasting will showcase over 220 phenomenal producers of pinot noir. Consumers will be able to sample up to 500 pinots from every important domestic pinot noir region. Local specialty food purveyors will serve delectables that pair well with pinot. Tickets cost $60.

For tickets to all events, visit Pinotdays.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

April in Carneros, April 17-18, 2010

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:53:00 -0600

Wed, 07 Apr 2010

Please join us for April in Carneros on the weekend of April 17th and 18th, 2010 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm -- an event featuring nearly 30 Carneros wineries.

In the rustic splendor of our heritage barn, we will pour our Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Merlot as well as the 2007 Ed's Red ($15.00/bottle), recently rated a "Top Value" in The Wine Spectator.

To maximize your pleasure, you will be able to pair these wines with delicious tapas prepared by Zuzu restaurant of Napa, and several artisan cheeses. We are featuring major discounts on select wines and we will have live entertainment - the old-time Appalachian-style band The Cobb Stompers will be playing throughout the weekend.

Admission to the event is $35.00 for advance tickets and $40.00 at the door, payable at any of the participating wineries. You'll receive an April in Carneros logo glass as well as $5 in "Carneros Cash" which you can apply toward any purchase (excluding the glass) at any of the participating wineries. Be sure to bring a designated driver - we have ample parking but no buses, please.

More upcoming events:

Angel Island Wine Festival, May 1, 2010
CCOF Beer and Wine Tasting, Campbell, CA, June 11, 2010

Find us on Facebook!

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:03:00 -0600

Mon, 15 Jun 2009

Show your love for Adastra by networking with us socially -- become a "Fan" of Adastra today.

You'll find lots of fun extras on the Adastra Facebook page, from wildlife photos to information about upcoming events. And don't hesitate to let us know what you'd like to see more of by posting on our Wall.

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April in Carneros

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:49:00 -0600

Fri, 27 Mar 2009

On April 18 and 19, Adastra will again participate in April in Carneros. We'll be pouring 2007 Adastra Chardonnay, 2006 Adastra Pinot Noir, 2005 Adastra Merlot, 2006 Adastra Merlot and a little secret in the rustic splendor of our heritage barn. To enjoy with these delicious wines, we'll have scrumptious hors d'oeuvres and specially selected cheeses to enhance your gustatory pleasure! $40 buys a logo glass and is good for admission on both days to Adastra and the twenty other wineries taking part ($30 to participate Sunday only). Proceeds from April in Carneros fund scholarships at Santa Rosa Junior College and Napa Valley College. This is a terrific opportunity to taste some great wines and help a good cause. Start negotiating with your designated driver now! (Full disclosure: we'll be charging a nominal additional fee to taste our extremely scarce wines, the 2006 Proximus Pinot Noir, 2006 Adastra Proximus Chardonnay and the 2006 Adastra Syrah.)

Introducing the 2007 Chardonnay

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:17:00 -0600

Wed, 18 Mar 2009

Introducing the 2007 Chardonnay

March 18: We've just released the 2007 Adastra Chardonnay, a delicious, enticing wine with aromas of apple, pear, freshly-baked pie crust, lemon meringue, honey, mineral and roasted almonds. With only 330 cases made, it's sure to disappear fast! Buy yours today.

2006 Syrah

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:48:00 -0600

Mon, 01 Dec 2008

We are pleased to announce the release of our 2006 Adastra Syrah. It's a beautiful, dark-hued wine with a nose that includes plums, dark cherries, all spice, mineral and tarragon. It has a mouthwatering combination of fruit, spice and earth flavors. We made just 94 cases. Buy Now

2006 Adastra Pinot Noir

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:02:00 -0600

Fri, 19 Sep 2008

2006 Adastra Pinot Noir We recently released our 2006 Adastra Pinot Noir. It tastes terrific. Enticing aromas of strawberries and plums herald a silky-smooth mouthfeel crowned with a long succulent finish. Delicious now and over the next decade! What's more, it's available in 750ml and 375ml formats. Only 194 cases crafted. Buy Now

Holiday in Carneros 2008

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:23:00 -0600

Fri, 19 Sep 2008

Holiday In Carneros 2008 is Approaching - Mark Your Calendars On November 22nd and 23rd, Adastra will again participate in Holiday in Carneros. This is one of the two times in the year when we are open to the general public. In the rustic splendor of our heritage barn, we'll be pouring fabulous wines and serving scrumptious hors d'oeuvres with specially selected cheeses. This event is all pleasure and no pretension. Start negotiating with your designated driver now!

Wine Club Barbecue

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:35:00 -0600

Thu, 12 Jun 2008

We're excitedly looking forward to the first ever invitation-only Adastra Wine Club barbecue this weekend! Carneros Inn Executive Chef Jeff Jake has prepared a terrific menu and we'll be pouring current releases of our wines along with some older vintages. The menu:

Grilled Asparagus Salad with Shaved Organic Parmesan and St. Helena Olive Oil
Spring Lake Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese and Lemon Vinaigrette
Toasted Farro with Pine Nuts, Currant Tomato, Olives and Arugula
Porcini Crusted Lamb Chops
Alaskan Halibut with Salsa Verde
Sweet White Corn
Short Cake

If you'd like an invitation to scrumptious events such as this one, join the Adastra Wine Club today!

Join Us For April in Carneros

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 11:49:00 -0600

Tue, 08 Apr 2008

On April 19 and 20, Adastra will again participate in April in Carneros. We'll be pouring 2006 Adastra Chardonnay, 2005 Adastra Regulus Pinot Noir, 2005 Adastra Merlot, 2004 Adastra Merlot and a little secret in the rustic splendor of our heritage barn. To enjoy with these delicious wines, we'll have scrumptious hors d'oeuvres and specially selected cheeses to enhance your gustatory pleasure! $40 buys a logo glass and is good for admission on both days to Adastra and the twenty other wineries taking part. Proceeds from April in Carneros fund scholarships at Santa Rosa Junior College and Napa Valley College. This is a terrific opportunity to taste some great wines and help a good cause. Start negotiating with your designated driver now! (Full disclosure: we'll be charging a nominal additional fee to taste our extremely scarce wines, the 2005 Proximus Pinot Noir and the 2005 Adastra Syrah.)

Que Syrah, Syrah ...

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:06:00 -0600

Fri, 22 Feb 2008

2005 Syrah is sold out! After receiving high praise from the Wine Spectator, the 2005 Syrah flew off the shelves and is no longer available. Other wines are going fast, so order now to ensure your supply.

Wine Club Barbecue is Coming

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:05:00 -0600

Tue, 29 Jan 2008

Adastra's new Wine Club is up and available. Check out the 3, 6, or 12 bottle release options. All members are invited to the First Annual Adastra Wine Club Barbecue on the grounds of Adastra Vineyards in June. Sign up now!

Holiday in Carneros is Nov. 17-18

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 19:58:00 -0600

Tue, 16 Oct 2007

This weekend! Holiday in Carneros, Nov. 17-18

Adastra will once again participate in Holiday in Carneros this coming weekend, Nov. 17 and 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You'll have the opportunity to taste our latest releases, sample artisan cheeses, learn about our organic vineyards, stroll the gardens and have a wicket time on the croquet court.

Admission to the event is $25 (proceeds fund local scholarships), for which you’ll also receive a logo glass and free tasting at more than a dozen of our neighbor wineries. For further event information, visit carneroswineries.org or drop us a line.

New look, same great wines

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 18:33:00 -0600

Mon, 01 Oct 2007

New look, same great wines

We changed our Web site to a design that incorporates Adastra's new logo. You'll still find all the functionality the site offered before, from wine descriptions to email list signup to a searchable list of closest suppliers -- and, of course, secure e-commerce ordering.

Feedback about the new look? We'd love to hear from you!

New Pinot Noir - 2005 Adastra Pinot Noir

Mon, 28 May 2007 13:50:00 -0600

Sun, 27 May 2007

New Pinot Noir - 2005 Adastra Pinot Noir "Regulus" Released

We made two Adastra Pinot Noirs from the 2005 vintage and we are releasing the first of these now. The 2005 Adastra Pinot Noir "Regulus" is a sensational combination of flavors: strawberry, cherry, spice with additional aromas of earth, undergrowth and cinnamon bark. Buy Pinot Noir now

2005 Adastra Chardonnay

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 13:07:00 -0600

Wed, 28 Mar 2007

New Release: 2005 Adastra Chardonnay

This new Adastra Chardonnay is available now. The 2005 is the first Adastra wine to bear the legend "INGREDIENTS... ORGANIC GRAPES" following our vineyard's certification by the CCOF in that year. Only 599 cases of this delicious wine were crafted. Buy Chardonnay now Our 2004 Chardonnay received an "outstanding" rating from the Wine Spectator. Unfortunately, the 2004 wine is sold out.

Other wines in the Adastra constellation continue to shine brightly... The 2003 Adastra Merlot won a Gold Medal at the 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Enhancing its delicious plum, cherry, and blackberry fruit notes, this wine is developing an increasing spice and cedar character... Meanwhile the 2004 Merlot was designated a "highly distinctive wine" by the Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine: "Full, rich and highly ripened smells of cherries, creamy oak and a slightly spicy, clove-like edge highlight this weighty Merlot...remarkably deep and rich in flavor...never lacks for personality," the writer enthused. Buy Merlot now...Also the Wine Spectator Online reviewed the 2004 Adastra Proximus Pinot Noir: "Black cherry, wild berry, and raspberry scents carry over to the palate, giving it a rich mouthfeel. Intense, vibrant and concentrated, finishing with a long, complex aftertaste" and rated it "outstanding." Buy Pinot Noir now

April in Carneros

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 12:50:00 -0600

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 April in Carneros

On April 21 and 22, 2007 Adastra will again participate in April in Carneros. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. A $25 logo glass will give you entry and tasting opportunities at twenty wineries in the Carneros, many of which, like Adastra, are seldom open to the public. We'll be pouring our 2005 Chardonnay, 2004 Merlot, 2003 Merlot and previewing our new 2005 Adastra Pinot "Regulus." A selection of delicious cheeses will be available to pair with the wines. Some library wines may be available for sampling for a small additional fee. Visit carneroswineries.org for additional event information. We recommend using a designated driver if you are attending this event.

2004 Pinot Noir: Available, for now

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 15:41:00 -0600

Thu, 30 Nov 2006

2004 Adastra Pinot Noir "Proximus": Only ~~119~~ 80 40 20 15 5 4 0 cases available!
The 2004 Adastra Pinot Noir "Proximus" is now sold out. As one connoisseur remarked at a recent tasting "This is as fine a wine as any young Burgundy anybody will ever taste." We hope you had chance to enjoy this wine.
What is "Proximus"? | Buy Pinot Noir now

Adastra Winemaker Pam Starr

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 12:23:00 -0600

Thu, 23 Nov 2006 Adastra Winemaker Feted in Thanksgiving Feature Article
Adastra winemaker Pam Starr was the subject of an in-depth feature article by renowned Napa Register wine writer Jack Heeger on Thanksgiving Day. Click here to read what he wrote.

Holiday in Carneros

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 10:35:00 -0600

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 Holiday in Carneros
Adastra is only open to the public four days per year, and two of them are coming right up! On November 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Adastra will be participating in Holiday in Carneros, a charity fund-raiser benefitting local education programs. A $25 logo-glass purchase enables tasting at eighteen wineries, many of which are also seldom open to the public. Adastra will be pouring Chardonnay and Merlot, and for a small additional fee, the 2004 Pinot Noir. For more details, visit www.carneroswineries.org

New releases - 2004 Pinot Noir 2004 Merlot

Thu, 25 May 2006 16:47:00 -0600

Thu, 09 Nov 2006

New Releases
The 2004 Adastra Pinot Noir and 2004 Merlot are now available and tasting great.
Buy wines now

Harvest is Over, Finally

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 12:24:00 -0600

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 With yesterday's harvest of 1.84 tons of Syrah, Adastra's harvest 2006 finally came to a close. Protracted rains early in the year kept the vines cool and delayed the onset of shoot growth. In some years heat spikes speed ripening along, but this year, very hot weather was confined to a few days in July. The vines started slowly and refused to be rushed.

Although heat was not a problem, humidity was. Beginning with later than usual rains, abnormally high humidity continued to be a factor later in the year. This resulted in high rates of botrytis cinerea fungus. This fungus develops as mold on berries and other green tissue. Although botrytis is desirable on grapes for late harvest dessert wines, when it is called "noble rot," it is not desirable on grapes for most other wines, when it is known as plain "rot." To combat botrytis, we made several passes through the vineyard during the growing season to remove botrytisized fruit and ensure only the best grapes were harvested to make wine.

It's too early to say how wines from 2006 will turn out, but so far, we taste reasons to be optimistic.

It's harvest time at Adastra

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 19:28:00 -0600

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 Harvest is still in full swing at Adastra. Longtime family friend Celeste Langstaff, an accomplished photographer, braved the pre-dawn chill on several mornings and put together this nice photo blog.
Taste what the vineyards produce: buy a bottle today!

Welcome to adastrawines.com, version 2.0

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 15:28:00 -0600

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 We've upgraded our Web site! Among the new features:

Shop Adastra. Browse, select and purchase Adastra wines using a secure order form, from the comfort of your own home.
Find Adastra Near You. Enter your ZIP code to see restaurants and retailers near you that serve or sell Adastra wines. Or you can browse supplies by state or type.
Mail List Signup. Sign up to receive our twice-yearly newsletter by email, along with notices about new releases and events in your area.
News Updates. The latest news from Adastra, posted as it happens.

Drop us a line and let us know what you think of the new features -- and thanks for visiting!

Adastra is officially organic!

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 15:19:00 -0600

Sun, 30 Jul 2006 Adastra Wines recently received certification from the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) and the International Federation of Organic Agricultural Movements (IFOAM) -- thereby making official our organic farming practices, which we initiated in 2002. Since mid-1998 Adastra had used no herbicides in its vineyards, and our new certification is testament to our believe that organic farming produces better quality grapes and has a positive environmental impact.
More Adastra history | Taste the difference - buy our wines!

What happened to the (800) number?

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 15:11:00 -0600

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 Adastra has decided to discontinue our (800) number. It was very similar to that for an insurance firm, and calls we received intended for the insurance firm greatly outnumbered calls related to our business. You can still reach us at (707) 255-4818 or drop us a line via email. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Adastra makes dynamite merlot in cool Carneros -- Houston Chronicle

Thu, 25 May 2006 16:54:00 -0600

Tue, 19 Apr 2005

Merlot - "A Popeye merlot, flexing its muscles ... strong, black-red fruit, a touch tannic"; Chardonnay - "mostly pedal to the metal, with deep, buttery flavors"
Read the full article