“In the first couple of years, I was just f***ing psyched that we got a wine into a bottle that had a label on it that was legal, and that maybe one restaurant had it on their wine list,” says Andrew, the 32-year-old big brother with steel-blue eyes and chestnut brown hair pulled back in a samurai bun. The hotshot grape farmers who, in 2007, coaxed Scribe to life from the vestiges of a rickety turkey farm, cringe at the arrogance, folly and ambition of their youth. Which is certainly the case for the Mariani brothers, Andrew and Adam, founders of Scribe Winery ( ) in Sonoma, California. But any venture that survives for that long – especially while spanning a great and terrible recession – will be rewarded with some invaluable perspective. It’s also a sufficient period for a high-flying startup to circle the drain and quietly disappear. Seven years is enough time for a child to run through their first set of teeth or for a couple to fall desperately into and hopelessly out of love. You can go look around and finish your tasting in one of their super cute rooms in their hacienda (farm-style) property.Messrs Andrew and Adam Mariani on how two California farm boys turned their Scribe
Pinot Noir is a very well-known varietal in Sonoma County, and Scribe produces some of the best ones!! Nothing Better than Fresh Strawberries and Pinot Noir!! What I love the most about Pinot Noir is that it’s a catch-all food pairing wine because it’s light enough for fish but complex enough to hold up to some richer meats like duck. The next dish served was arancini balls filled with delicious risotto, and grilled vegetables which paired perfectly with another one of their Chardonnays!! My favorite pairing: Arancini Balls + Chardonnay!!Īt the end of the tasting we had sweet organic strawberries with a glass of Pinot Noir. One thing that I absolutely adore about Scribe is the food pairing because most of the wineries in the Valley are not allowed to serve food! Yummy and Healthy Salad!! As you can see, the lunch pairing was healthy, natural, organic, and delicious. The next course was a lovely floral salad paired with a glass of Chardonnay. We were greeted at the entrance with a glass of the Riesling, which I absolutely loved because it is a dry, citrus white wine (I am not big fan of sweet wines), so their Riesling hit the spot! Scribe also provided some almonds, fresh cherry tomatoes, and olives to snack on that came from their gorgeous garden!
Reservations are required in advance to enjoy a wine tasting at this gorgeous winery!! The Entrance of Scribe Winery!! When vinified with non-interventionist methods, the result is a distinct wine that faithfully reflects what the vineyard naturally expresses. Their winemaking is currently managed by fourth-generation California farmers and brothers, Andrew and Adam Mariani.Īndrew and Adam believe the best wines are the result of a healthy relationship between man and nature, and that a vineyard managed in harmony with the greater ecosystem results in more site-specific wines that represent a sense of time and place. The winery was founded in 2007 on a property that pioneered pre-prohibition Sonoma Valley.
Scribe Winery in Sonoma produces many vibrant wine varietals such as Rosé, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and also my favorite red, Cabernet Sauvignon!! Scribe has an organic garden on the property, which allows for a farm to table experience to pair with tasty wines!! The Wine Tasting and Food Experience is something you cannot miss during your visit. As a Napa Valley resident, I’m happy to provide this tip because Scribe was one of the most beautiful properties I’ve ever visited. Napa and Sonoma have numerous outstanding wineries to visit, and it can be overwhelming to choose the best ones if you are visiting for a short period of time. Who else wants to spend a day or at least an afternoon at this wonderful winery called Scribe? I had a such a great time there and I’m so happy to be posting about our experience in the “Hacienda”!! A Beautiful View from the Scribe Hacienda House!!
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