The Bonterra Edit

A journal by Bonterra Organic Estates

Easy Rosemary Recipes and the Wines That Make Them Better

“We have rosemary planted all over the ranches, especially along our pollinator rows between our vineyards,” says Bonterra Executive Chef Olan Cox. “Plants like rosemary support a host of native pollinators, beneficial insects that help naturally balance the ecosystem of our farms.” As Olan can attest, rosemary has range. It can make a tray of…

What Is Organic Wine? A Guide to Organically Farmed Grapes and What They Mean for Your Bottle

Organic wine starts with what happens in the vineyard: how the soil is tended, how the vines are cared for and how the grapes are organically grown. The label captures part of that story. A closer look reveals the choices behind the bottle and why they matter in your glass. At Bonterra, organic grapes are…

Fresh Ways to Cook with Bonterra Sauvignon Blanc

There’s something beautifully simple about cooking with a wine you’d happily pour into a glass. Bright, crisp, and full of fresh character, Bonterra Sauvignon Blanc brings a lively lift to the kitchen, whether it’s simmered with honey, whisked into a dressing, folded into butter, or reduced into a silky sauce. These recipes from our Executive…

Ranch Wine Cocktail Guide

Ranch Wine brings a point of view to the glass, then leaves the next move to you. Add a rim, a little citrus, or a pass through the blender, and it becomes something entirely new without turning into a full bar project. That flexibility makes Ranch Wine a natural base for wine cocktails. These cocktail…

Best Picnic Food Ideas (And the Wines to Pair)

A picnic earns its charm before anyone takes a bite: a blanket in the shade, a bottle keeping cool and a spread that looks considered without feeling overworked. The best summer picnic ideas leave room for improvisation. A wine picnic does not depend on an elaborate menu; pack food that travels, pour a picnic wine…

How to Upgrade Your Backyard Wine Party This Summer

There’s a certain kind of magic to summer backyard entertaining: cold wine on the table, food that tastes like the season and conversations that stretch long past sunset. The best backyard wine parties aren’t overly styled or overly planned. They feel easy, generous and spontaneous enough that guests settle in quickly and linger. At Bonterra,…

Introducing Spicy Sauvy B: A Bold New Take on Wine

Spicy Sauvy B is the internet-famous wine twist that actually deserves the hype: crisp Sauvignon Blanc finished with fresh jalapeño slices for a pour that’s citrusy, herbaceous and just a little unexpected. Spicy Sauvy B is Bonterra’s take on the trend that took over feeds everywhere, as featured in Forbes, and stuck around for good…

Wine for Brunch: Expert Pairings from Chef Olan

Brunch is, at its best, an act of exhaling. It’s the meal where the morning slows down and opens up: where a table set for friends becomes less about the food itself and more about the permission to linger. For the ultimate brunch, a wine, chosen well, is the thing that makes that lingering feel…

The Best Wines for Mom: A Mother’s Day Gifting Guide

Mother’s Day is a rare chance to give the woman who holds everything together a moment that’s truly hers. And while flowers fade and brunch reservations come and go, a thoughtfully chosen bottle of wine, paired with a few unexpected or indulgent extras, can invite her to pause and simply enjoy, no planning required. Looking…

Refreshing White Wines: Crisp, Crowd-Pleasing Picks for Every Occasion

There’s a reason refreshing white wines hold a permanent place at the table—they’re versatile, approachable, and effortlessly enjoyable. Whether you’re hosting a sun-drenched gathering, sitting down to a weeknight dinner, or simply unwinding on the patio, a crisp, refreshing white wine has a way of making the moment feel just right. This is especially true…

Brunch Hosting Ideas: Upgrade Your Brunch with Ease

There’s something beautifully unhurried about brunch—the late-morning light, the easy conversation, the freedom to blend breakfast favorites with something a little more indulgent. The best brunch hosting ideas focus on creating that relaxed, welcoming atmosphere without leaving the host buried in the kitchen. It’s a style of gathering that pairs naturally with Bonterra’s approach to…

Taste With Intention: A Guide to Slowing Down With Wine

There’s a growing interest in slowing down at the table—shifting from autopilot pours to a more thoughtful approach rooted in mindfulness. Tasting wine with intention isn’t about rules or restrictions. It’s about focusing on aroma, flavor, texture, and pace. At Bonterra, where every bottle reflects careful organic farming practices, we believe wine is best appreciated when you take the time to notice what’s in your glass.…