Ceja Vineyards

San Francisco Wine Competition!

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:58:00 -0700

We are thrilled to announce that our 2010 Carneros Chardonnay & 2008 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon won GOLD at the San Francisco Wine Competition!

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Silver Awards:
2009 Carneros Pinot Noir
2009 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
2010 Sonoma Coast Sauvignon Blanc
2008 Late Harvest "Dulce Beso" Dessert Wine

Click HERE to purchase our award winning wines!

Celebrity Spotting at Ceja Vineyards!

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:02:00 -0700

We LOVE our fans!

Blake Beaven, starting pitcher for the Seattle Mariners MLB and his family stopped by our tasting room this afternoon! He loved our Cabernet & Sauvignon Blanc. Blake drinks Ceja wine... so should you!

Refrigeration Method 2012

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:39:00 -0700

Greetings From Lake Tahoe!

New Year's Eve is just around the corner so don't forget to stock up on some sexy Ceja bubbles!

(Sparkling Trio - $60.00/SALE) → Click HERE to purchase!

Happy Holidays!

Ceja Vineyards 2012 Harvest!

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 13:03:00 -0700

Behind the scenes at Ceja Vineyards!

Day 1 harvesting our delicious Carneros Pinot Noir fruit! Stay tuned for more harvest updates!

Hot Off The Press!

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 13:53:00 -0700

I was recently interviewed by Latino Bride and Groom Magazine & our "Dulce Beso" Late Harvest Dessert wine & Pinot Noir were featured in the "Wines for Your Wedding" section.

Happy Friday!

Harvest 2012 is Around the Corner!

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 14:29:00 -0700

Veraison is happening amigos! The change of color in our Pinot Noir grape berries is absolutely stunning! We can't wait to taste the sweet grapes next month. Stay tuned for more harvest updates - Ole!

Olympic Humor!

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:08:00 -0700

Who's up for the challenge? I'm going for the Gold!

11th Anniversary Fiesta!

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 18:22:00 -0700

Come Celebrate our 11th Anniversary with us!!!

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Date: Sunday, July 22nd

Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm

There will be a Mariachi band, Ceja wines, our famous Paellas, y más!

BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE!

For more info call us at (707) 255-3954 or email barbara@cejavineyards.com

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Fiesta Time! Ole!

This is one of the most anticipated events of the year - DON'T MISS IT!

4th of July Wine Essentials!

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:49:00 -0700

Sizzling Summer Specials!!!

Syrah + Rosé + Refreshing White Blend

50% OFF all 3 Fabulous Wines!

{Click on the links to purchase!}

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2007 Syrah: Price $17/bottle - $204/case

2008 "Bella Flor" Rosé: Price $11/bottle - $132/case

2008 White "Vino de Casa" Blend: Price $10/bottle - $120/case

Get ‘Em While They’re Hot!

Monday Musings

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 16:06:00 -0700

I ♥ wine humor! Happy Monday!

Sweet and Savory Fried Plantains

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:38:00 -0700

Let’s talk about snack foods. I am definitely one of those people who likes to be munching on something tasty a few times a day. I typically like to go the “healthier” route and nom on carrot sticks and hummus but once in a while Icrave something fried, something sweet and something salty. That’s where these puppies come into play. I first discovered my love for fried plantains during my backpacking trip to South America and became instantly addicted. There is also the spicy aji salsa, which adds a bit of acid, spice and creaminess to your palate.

Traditionally, fried plantains or {Tostones} are a favorite snack and side dish in Puerto Rico, Cuba and other Latin American countries. Tostones are salted and eaten much like potato chips or French fries but, in my opinion, are so much better. Trust me, you’ll get addicted! Ole!

Sweet and Savory Fried Plantains dipped in a spicy Aji Salsa

{Serves 4 people – Level Easy}

Ingredients for fried plantains:

3 large ripe plantains
Oil for frying
Salt/water mixture
Salt to taste after frying
Preparation:

Heat the oil to 375 degrees. While the oil is heating up, peel the green plantains and then cut them into 3/4 inch slices. Tip: Put the sliced plantains in a bowl of salt water for 5 minutes. This will make them crisp and golden brown when frying.

Fry the slices in the hot oil for 3 minutes. They should be a golden brown in color, crisp on the edges and semi-soft in the center. Remove the plantain slices with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Set aside.

Ingredients for aji salsa:

1/2 head of romaine lettuce
3 jalapenos, fire roasted and deseeded
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 green onions, coarsely chopped
1/2 bunch of cilantro, chopped
2 garlic cloves
Juice from 2 limes
Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:

Fire roast the 3 jalapeno chiles on a comal or griddle. Then, roughly chop the chiles, lettuce, garlic, cilantro & green onions. Add all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend for 3-4 minutes on a medium level. Lastly, add salt and pepper to taste. Serve the tostones on a platter and put the aji dipping sauce in a little container.

Tip: Pair the scrumptious appetizer with Ceja Chardonnay and enjoy!

DREAMLAND Premiere

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:01:00 -0700

Experience the true California lifestyle!

Two weeks ago my mom and I attended the “Dreamland” movie screening in Sacramento {we attended the world premiere in London last November}. The film features essential elements of California’s lifestyle – cuisine, wine, music, entertainment and film. I’m particularly excited to share this post because my family and I had the unique opportunity to be selected as part of the cast and to represent a wine focused family living in the Napa Valley!

The plot - “DREAMLAND” tells the story of one day in California. Filmed simultaneously from dawn until dusk on November 19, 2010, it follows a remarkable ensemble of Californians who are pushing the bounds of the possible. On this one-day event, a dozen documentary film crews scattered across the Golden State – all working together to tell the story of one day in time by individually capturing unique stories of people and places.

The cast includes entrepreneurs, daredevils, entertainers, scientists, politicians, chefs and technologists who are all in California for the same reason: to make their dreams a reality. Each embodies an adventurous and innovative spirit that symbolizes California.

The film provides detailed snapshots of what makes California so desirable to travelers from around the world – I feel so lucky that I can call this place my home! The film was sponsored by Visit California and will air on PBS this fall and will also be shown on international T.V. channels. Stay tuned for more info! Ole!

Running the Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon!

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:14:00 -0700

My First Half Marathon!

I’ve definitely taken 2012 by storm and signed up to run my first {ever} half marathon in July! A few weeks ago we formed a Ceja Vineyards running team so there will be six of us running the Napa-to-Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon and I must admit, I’m a bit intimidated. Nervous in fact, but excited to get fit and back on track. Let’s get something straight – I don’t consider myself to be a runner. I played soccer for years during middle school and high school but, come on, 13.1 miles. Ay dios mio! I’m learning that running is more than just a mental or physical endeavor. It’s knowing the right shoes to wear, when and what to eat, how to pace yourself and what music to listen to {among many other things}.

It’s also been helpful and encouraging that I have an enormously supportive group at Synergy {my local gym}. These girls {and guys} are not only motivating, but they are also turning out to be good friends who happen to kick ass! Yesterday’s workout marked day 12 of some intense training and let me tell you, I am SORE. Everywhere. It’s such a good feeling and makes me look forward to seeing where I’ll be in a few months. All I know is that I have to keep telling myself that I can and I will… and dammit, I will!

p.s. Does anyone have any good running advice? Please share, I would love to hear your experiences!

Bocce Ball and Wine Anyone?

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:26:00 -0700

We can't wait for Spring!

A few years ago my dad, Pedro Ceja, became infatuated with the game of bocce ball and decided to build not one, but two bocce ball courts at our Ceja Vineyards headquarters in Carneros. It’s a fun and addicting game, especially when you put two highly competitive and energetic teams together. The only major rule {that we really enforce} is that you have to have a glass of {Ceja} wine in your hand when you play. Pretty simple, right?

Check out this video to see my dad explaining the bocce ball court construction process. Ole!

With Spring only a few months away, which outdoor games are you looking forward to playing?

Ceja in Yosemite!

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:12:00 -0700

A few weeks ago my mom and I took a quick trip to Yosemite for the Ahwahnee Vintners’ Holiday Tasting. It was quite an honor to be invited back considering that most of these legendary vintners have been coming for the past 20 years {can you blame them?!}. This place is a nature junkie’s heaven, with its vast array of hiking, waterfalls, biking, lakes, wildlife, breathtaking views and insanely gorgeous scenery.

The wine sessions took up the majority of our time {no complaint here!} but we did have a chance to escape into the forest and explore the park by foot. Despite the freezing chilly weather, it was instantly therapeautic, breathing in the clean and pure smells of pine and fresh rain. We were even lucky enough to see a bear in the middle of our trail, but in the midst of yanking out my camera my mom fled the scene in a yelling panic attack, poor thing {insert laughing here}. Love you mom!

P.s. I could go on for hours about this place but I will leave it up to you to see the beauty of Yosemite… Ole!