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Domaine Carneros and Humphry Slocombe Create Sparkling Ice Cream

8 November, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kimberly Noelle Charles or Erin Hunt Moore  Charles Communications Associates 415.701.9463 | press@charlescomm.com   Domaine Carneros and Humphry Slocombe Create Sparkling Ice Cream    Domainecarneros.com | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Humphryslocombe.com   SAN FRANCISCO November 8, 2018 - Time to pop some bottles—Humphry Slocombe is upping the ante for holiday parties this season with its newest ice cream creation, Cherry Fizz, its second flavor collaboration with acclaimed sparkling wine house Domaine Carneros. This holiday sparkling cocktail-turned-frozen delight is made with Domaine Carneros’ Brut Vintage Cuvée, ice cream, a splash of Brandy, Amarena cherries and a hint of orange zest, creating a sweet and bubbly dessert. Launching December 3rd, the festive flavor will be available at all Humphry Slocombe locations and online at Goldbelly.com as part of an $89 special edition holiday six-pint pack that also includes Tahitian V*n!ll@ and POG Sorbet (passionfruit, orange and guava sorbet), a perfect ingredient for sparkling wine floats. MASTERS OF BOOZY ICE CREAM As a follow-up to the runaway success of 2017’s Rosé All Day, its previous flavor collaboration with Domaine Carneros, Humphry Slocombe’s Cherry Fizz is another example of the company’s dedication to partnering with high quality artisanal brands to deliver unique, elevated flavors to its customers. Masters of boozy ice cream, Humphry Slocombe co-founders Jake Godby and Sean Vahey add Cherry Fizz to an innovative list of adult-only flavors, including best-seller Secret Breakfast (bourbon and cornflake cookies), Jesus Juice (red wine and Coca-Cola), and Anchor Steam Cream. Domaine Carneros also tapped nationally-renowned, wine country-based author and mixologist Scott Beattie to create a sparkling Cherry Fizz cocktail, made with Domaine Carneros Brut Vintage Cuvée, Luxardo, raspberry gum syrup, fresh lemon juice, Fee Brothers Whiskey Barrel-Aged Bitters and orange zest to serve as a festive complement to the flavor. (Recipe available here.) ABOUT DOMAINE CARNEROS  Founded in 1987, Domaine Carneros reflects the hallmark of its founder, Champagne Taittinger, in creating a vision of terroir-driven sparkling wine while preserving the quality tenets of the traditional method production.  Located entirely within the Carneros AVA, between Napa and Sonoma counties, the six estate vineyards total approximately 400 acres with 125 acres planted to Chardonnay, 225 acres planted to Pinot Noir, with the remaining acres currently in development. The winery focuses on making ultra-premium Carneros sparkling wines and limited production Pinot Noirs. Domaine Carneros' château has become a landmark and symbol of the region. The architecture and interior design were inspired by the 18th century Château de la Marquetterie, the Taittinger family residence in the Champagne region.  The winery also places a high value on preserving the environment and has farmed sustainably since the late 1980s. The roof of the pinot noir winery adjacent to the château hosts a solar array that was the largest on any winery in the world when it was installed. Eileen Crane, CEO & Founding Winemaker, has overseen 31 harvests at the château and in 2018 celebrates the 20th anniversary of the release of the winery’s luxury cuvée, Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs.   ABOUT HUMPHRY SLOCOMBE Since opening its first shop in San Francisco’s Mission District in 2008, Humphry Slocombe has amassed a cult following for its “out-of-the-carton”, culinary-driven ice cream. Its innovative and tongue and cheek flavors—such as Elvis the Fat Years and Government Cheese—have earned numerous industry accolades, including recognition as a ‘Top 5 Ice Cream in America’ by the Food Network.  Most recently, the brand won a Sofi Gold Award for their Black Sesame ice cream.  Additional flavors by Humphry Slocombe are available at Whole Foods Markets in California, Hawaii and the Rocky Mountains. Current scoop shop locations include San Francisco outposts in the Mission District, Ferry Building, Oakland, and a newly opened shop in the Venice neighborhood of Los Angeles. ABOUT SCOTT BEATTIE  First establishing himself at the legendary Michelin-starred Cyrus restaurant in Healdsburg, CA, Beattie’s use of fresh, natural ingredients soon earned him fame throughout the country as a master mixologist. He is also considered one of the early proponents of farm-to-bar mixing, using local ingredients whenever possible. His first book, Artisinal Cocktails, was published in 2008 to much acclaim. The New York Times called it “the indispensable cookbook of farm-to-glass cocktails.” In recent years, Scott has served as Beverage Director at acclaimed Meadowood Napa Valley, where he creates beautiful, local ingredient-driven cocktails for the property’s exclusive private events and weddings.  MEDIA CONTACTS:   Domaine Carneros/Charles Communications Associates  Please contact Kimberly Noelle Charles or Erin Hunt Moore at press@charlescomm.com or call 415.701.9463. Instagram | Twitter | Facebook    Humphry Slocombe/Bread & Butter Public Relations  Tara Woodall                                      Talya Mirkin                                       909.786.9756                                      323.443.4691 Tara@breadandbutterpr.com             Talya@breadandbutterpr.com Instagram | Twitter | Facebook                ###
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Domaine Carneros and Noted Cocktail Alchemist Scott Beattie Kick Off Holiday Season with a Signature Cocktail

8 November, 2018

      Mixologist Scott Beattie's* Domaine Carneros "Cherry Fizz" Cocktail The perfect sparkling cocktail for your holiday entertaining   SAN FRANCISCO - Coinciding with Domaine Carneros’ collaboration with Humphry Slocombe on a brut-based “Cherry Fizz” ice cream, author and mixologist Scott Beattie created a cocktail also based on sparkling wine and cherry flavors. Perfect for holiday entertaining, the cocktail is easy to prepare and refreshingly light because of it’s sparkling base. Useful as both an aperitif or digestif, the “Cherry Fizz Cocktail” is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.    Cherry Fizz Cocktail (single serve) 5 oz Domaine Carneros Brut Vintage Cuvée  .5 oz Luxardo .25 oz Raspberry Gum Syrup (Small Hands Foods makes a wonderful one!) .5 oz fresh lemon juice 1 dash Fee Brothers Whiskey Barrel-Aged bitters Zest of orange Preparation:  Chill all ingredients prior to mixing. When chilled, combine the Luxardo, Raspberry Gum and lemon juice in cocktail glass. Add the Brut and finish with a dash of the bitters. Stir very gently to mix ingredients (without breaking the bubbles).  For garnish, using a paring knife or citrus peeler, cut a long, thin piece of orange rind. Twist over the drink to release oils, run the peel around the rim of the glass, form into a curl and set on the edge of the cocktail.    For larger parties, Scott recommends pre-batching the ingredients (other than the wine) and chilling in advance to make preparation incredibly simple and ensure that you spend more time with guests and less time in the kitchen or behind the bar! (Please see below for batching instructions for 25)   Base For 25 Cherry Fizz Cocktails 12.5 oz Luxardo 6.25 oz Raspberry Gum Syrup 12.5 oz fresh lemon juice .75 oz Fee Brothers Whiskey Barrel-Aged bitters Zest of orange (Chill this base down to very cold prior to use)   To make the drink in the glass for guests using base ingredients pre-mixed: Add to the glass 1 oz chilled Base Add 5 oz Domaine Carneros Brut Vintage Cuvée over the base ingredients Stir gently to mix, twist orange zest over the drink to release oils, run the peel around the rim of the glass, form into a curl and set on the edge of the cocktail.    ABOUT DOMAINE CARNEROS Founded in 1987, Domaine Carneros reflects the hallmark of its founder, Champagne Taittinger, in creating a vision of terroir-driven sparkling wine while preserving the quality tenets of the traditional method production.  Located entirely within the Carneros AVA, between Napa and Sonoma counties, the six estate vineyards total approximately 400 acres with 125 acres planted to Chardonnay, 225 acres planted to Pinot Noir, with the remaining acres currently in development. The winery focuses on making ultra-premium Carneros sparkling wines and limited production Pinot Noirs. Domaine Carneros' château has become a landmark and symbol of the region. The architecture and interior design were inspired by the 18th century Château de la Marquetterie, the Taittinger family residence in the Champagne region.  The winery also places a high value on preserving the environment and has farmed sustainably since the late 1980s. The roof of the pinot noir winery adjacent to the château hosts a solar array that was the largest on any winery in the world when it was installed. Eileen Crane, CEO & Founding Winemaker, has overseen 31 harvests at the château and in 2018 celebrates the 20th anniversary of the release of the winery’s luxury cuvée, Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs.     About Scott Beattie First establishing himself at the legendary Michelin-starred Cyrus restaurant in Healdsburg, CA, Beattie’s use of fresh, natural ingredients soon earned him fame throughout the country as a master mixologist. He is also considered one of the early proponents of farm-to-bar mixing, using local ingredients whenever possible. His first book, Artisinal Cocktails, was published in 2008 to much acclaim. The New York Times called it “the indispensable cookbook of farm-to-glass cocktails.” In recent years, Scott has served as Beverage Director at acclaimed Meadowood Napa Valley, where he creates beautiful, local ingredient-driven cocktails for the property’s exclusive private events and weddings.   Photography by ClubSoda Productions/Henry Dombey
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Domaine Carneros Announces Debut of its Jardin D'Hiver

27 August, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kimberly Noelle Charles or  Erin Hunt Moore  Charles Communications Associates 415.701.9463 | press@charlescomm.com     ***MEDIA ALERT***   Domaine Carneros Announces the Debut of its Jardin d'Hiver with Asian Inspired Five-Course Pairing Experience and Expanded Hospitality Offerings August 27, 2018   WHO:   Domaine Carneros, a benchmark for California sparkling wine, reflecting both the terroir of the Carneros region and the craftsmanship of its French legacy, celebrates the completion and opening of its garden conservatory, Jardin d’Hiver, with an expanded hospitality space and five-course pairing experience.   WHAT:   This week marks the opening of the beautifully-designed Jardin d’Hiver – an Art Nouveau conservatory-style addition to the north terrace of the renowned Domaine Carneros château, which will allow guests to immerse themselves in the beauty of Carneros and surrounding vineyards while being shielded from the winds that define the region’s cool prevailing climate, perfect for sparkling wine production.   In keeping with the 18th century French design of the landmark château, which was modeled after the Taittinger family’s famed residence, the Château de la Marquetterie, the Jardin d’Hiver takes its inspiration from the glass buildings created by Gustave Eiffel in the mid-late 1800’s to protect plants and citrus trees on the Place de la Concorde in Paris.  With its custom-crafted, gracefully-curved glass walls, skylights, white marble tables, indoor-outdoor fireplaces and majestic new fountain, the Jardin d’Hiver offers guests an inviting and warm, yet elegant space to enjoy the fine wines, gracious hospitality and sweeping views for which Domaine Carneros is known. With the opening of the Jardin d’Hiver comes an expanded and unparalleled gustatory experience called “The Art of Sparkling Wine Pairing: Asian Bites with Bubbles," an Asian-inspired, seasonally-driven five course food and wine pairing designed to showcase the versatility of sparkling wine. With vibrant, yet delicate flavors, Domaine Carneros sparkling wines are a perfect complement to Asian cuisine. The experience is offered once a day at 11:00 a.m. for $85 per person Monday-Friday. Reservations are required no later than 48 hours in advance and available for groups of no more than 8 guests. Wine club members enjoy a 20% discount.  Pairings are subject to change based on the seasonal availability of ingredients.   OPENING PAIRING EXPERIENCE Bay Scallops in Spicy Yuzu Sauce Paired with Ultra Brut Sautéed bay scallops with a yuzu citrus sauce, chiles and cilantro ~ Fresh Spring Roll with Daikon, Mango and Mint Paired with Estate Brut Cuvée Rice noodles, mango and carrots rolled in a rice wrapper with fresh mint, cucumber and Daikon radish sprouts ~ Sesame Ahi Tuna Poke Wonton with Avocado Mousse Paired with Brut Rosé Sashimi-grade ahi tuna mixed with English cucumber, wakame seaweed, scallion, cilantro and sesame seeds presented in a fried wonton and garnished with avocado mousse ~ Soba Noodle and Chicken Salad with Spicy Peanut Sauce Paired with Verméil Demi-Sec Buckwheat soba noodles, shredded chicken breast, red bell pepper, purple cabbage and cilantro tossed with a spicy peanut sauce and presented in a lettuce cup ~ Green Tea Pudding with Black Sesame Tuile Paired with Verméil Demi-Sec Creamy Matcha grean tea pudding accompanied by a tuile cookie made with tahini and black sesame seeds     ABOUT DOMAINE CARNEROS  Founded in 1987, Domaine Carneros reflects the hallmark of its founder, Champagne Taittinger, in creating a vision of terroir-driven sparkling wine with the quality tenets of the traditional method production and extended aging.  Located entirely within the Carneros AVA, between Napa and Sonoma counties, the six estate vineyards total approximately 400 acres with 125 acres planted to Chardonnay, 225 acres planted to Pinot Noir, with the remaining acres currently in development. The winery focuses on making ultra-premium Carneros sparkling wines and limited production Pinot Noirs.   Domaine Carneros' château has become a landmark and symbol of the region. The architecture and interior design were inspired by the 18thcentury Château de la Marquetterie, the Taittinger family residence in the Champagne region.  The winery also places a high value on preserving the environment and has farmed sustainably since the late 1980s. The roof of the pinot noir winery adjacent to the château hosts a solar array that was the largest on any winery in the world when it was installed in 2003. Eileen Crane, CEO & Founding Winemaker, has overseen 31 harvests at the château and in 2018 celebrates the 20th anniversary of the winery’s luxury cuvée, Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs.   For More Information  The stunning Domaine Carneros château and terrace are open to visitors for tours and tastings by appointment only from 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. daily. For more information, please call 800.716.2788 or visit www.domainecarneros.com.   For Press information Please contact Kimberly Noelle Charles or Erin Hunt Moore at press@charlescomm.com or call 415.701.9463.               ###
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