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	<description>Family-owned Napa Valley winery in the Stags Leap District &#8212; winemaking, food and wine pairings, and vineyard notes from the Baldacci team.</description>
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		<title>Wild Mushroom &amp; Rosemary Polenta</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A creamy Parmesan polenta topped with rosemary-scented wild mushrooms.]]></description>
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		<title>From the Cellar: The 2026 Vintage Introduces Itself</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We were picking Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in August this year, and if you know the typical rhythm of a Napa Valley harvest, you know how strange that is.]]></description>
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		<title>From the Cellar: Into the Bottle</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The 2024 Cabernets have been aging in barrel for nearly two years. The blends are completed and the wines are ready. And yet, when the bottling truck pulls up and we connect the hoses, I find myself bracing a little.]]></description>
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		<title>Strawberry Burrata Salad</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kellie Duckhorn]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A quick summer salad of heirloom tomatoes, ripe strawberries, basil and fresh burrata, finished with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Ready in about 20 minutes and made to pair with our 2024 Elizabeth Pinot Noir.]]></description>
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		<title>Napa Wine Tasting: A 2026 Visitor's Master Guide</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A working winemaker's guide to Napa wine tasting in 2026: reservation reality, honest fee math, how many wineries to book, and the best season to go.]]></description>
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		<title>Napa Valley Appellations Explained: A Winemaker's Guide to All 17</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Baldacci]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is my handbook to all 17 Napa Valley appellations, written from my perspective as a Stags Leap District winemaker. We'll explore the soils, the climate, and a flavor you can pick out for yourself in the glass.]]></description>
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		<title>Best Wineries in Napa for First-Time Visitors: A Winemaker's Top 10</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Baldacci]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A winemaker from the Stags Leap District shares his top 10 favorite Napa wineries for first-time visitors. He explains who to book, what to ask for, and who each winery is best suited for.]]></description>
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		<title>The Baldacci Cave Experience: A Private Underground Wine Tasting</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Baldacci]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What a Napa winery cave tasting is really like: inside Baldacci's working cave in the Stags Leap District, barrel tastings, cost, and how to book.]]></description>
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		<title>Private Wine Tasting in Napa Valley: What You Get for $100+</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Baldacci]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What a private Napa wine tasting includes for $100+: dedicated host, library wines, cave tours. A Stags Leap winemaker explains the nuances.]]></description>
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		<title>Yountville Wineries: A Local Guide from a Yountville Winemaker</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Baldacci]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A winemaker's local guide of Yountville wineries: the tasting rooms you can walk into on Washington Street, plus Stags Leap District estates on the Silverado Trail.]]></description>
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		<title>Los Carneros: The Cooler-Climate Sibling of Napa Valley</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Baldacci]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Where is Los Carneros (or, locally, just Carneros), and why does its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir taste so different from the rest of Napa? Since I farm here, I'm excited to share what makes this place special.]]></description>
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		<title>How Cabernet Is Made: A Winemaker's Walkthrough From Grape to Bottle</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[How is Cabernet made? Michael Baldacci shares the journey from vineyard to bottle, including harvest timing, cold soak, fermentation, élevage, and final blending.]]></description>
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		<title>Growing Organic Grapes in Napa Valley: The Baldacci Approach (Including the Sheep)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What does it take to grow organic grapes? Michael Baldacci on CCOF certification, cover crops, and the sheep that graze our Stags Leap District vines.]]></description>
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		<title>Grilled Salmon &amp; Prawn Pasta Alfredo</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kellie Duckhorn]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There’s really not much of a story to this one, other than figuring out what to do with some leftover salmon. And in my house, leftovers frequently get turned into a]]></description>
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		<title>Write Your Own Wine Review</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kellie Duckhorn]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:42:15 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you remember Mad Libs? We thought it would be fun to use this format to create your own whimsical reviews of some common wine varietals!]]></description>
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		<title>From the Cellar: The Barrel I Couldn’t Stop Coming Back To</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kellie Duckhorn]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 17:43:03 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is one barrel of 2024 Brenda’s Vineyard Cabernet in our cave that I keep coming back to. When I am walking the cellar, tasting lots, and evaluating]]></description>
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		<title>Smoked Lamb Shank</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kellie Duckhorn]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 01:16:55 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I think if you ask people about their wine pairing preference with lamb, most will answer Cabernet. While I’m not going to tell you that’s wrong, (2018]]></description>
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		<title>Backyard Burgers &amp; Black Label</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kellie Duckhorn]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 00:48:17 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to entertaining, there can be a certain pressure that comes with being the host, but the secret lies in strategic simplicity. I’ve always said]]></description>
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		<title>From the Cellar: Notes from the Master Cooper Trip</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Baldacci]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:08:58 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the fourth time in eight years, I joined the Master Cooper trip, a small group of winemakers who are hand selected and hosted by French cooper Quinn]]></description>
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		<title>Stags Leap Sourdough Starter</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Diana Bender]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 23:22:46 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Create a foolproof sourdough starter using wild yeast from grapes. Our Stags Leap Sourdough method is simple, quick, and inspired by our Napa Valley estate.]]></description>
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		<title>Ask the Somm: Why Is There Sediment in My Wine?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Diana Bender]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 22:56:28 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sediment in Wine: What It Is, Why It Happens, and Why It’s Actually a Good Thing]]></description>
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		<title>How to Properly Open and Enjoy Aged Wines: Expert Tips</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Diana Bender]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 22:03:10 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here’s your expert guide to handling, opening, and serving aged wines like a pro.]]></description>
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		<title>Valentine's Day Recipes &amp; Wine Pairings</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Diana Bender]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 22:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Planning a romantic date night, celebrating Galentine’s Day, or toasting to self-love? Here are a few of our favorite Valentine's Day recipes and wine pairings.]]></description>
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		<title>An Insider's Guide to Planning Your Next Napa Valley Trip</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Diana Bender]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Sep 2024 06:00:48 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Planning a visit to Napa Valley? We’ve rounded up our top tips on hotels, restaurants, and more to help you create the perfect Napa Valley itinerary.]]></description>
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		<title>Low-ABV Chardonnay Spritz</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Diana Bender]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This Prickly Pear Margarita Spritz combines tequila, lime, triple sec, and sparkling wine for the perfect Cinco de Mayo or anytime cocktail.]]></description>
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