October Seasonal Dishes at Cultivar San Francisco
New Farm to Table Fall Flavor Seasonal Dishes Are Here
We’re thrilled to present our new fall seasonal dishes, made with the freshest farm-to-table ingredients. From comforting classics to hearty dishes, and a twist on favorite burrata dish our updated menu has something for everyone.
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We look forward to welcoming you to Cultivar San Francisco and sharing our passion for great food and wine!
Cultivar San Francisco
2379 Chestnut Street
Cultivar Ghirardelli Square Featured on Dine & Dish
Spotlight on Cultivar Ghirardelli on KRON4 TV Dine & Dish with Vicki Liviakis
We are proud to announce that Cultivar Ghirardelli was recently featured on KRON4’s Dine & Dish with the renowned Vicki Liviakis! This segment showcased our passion for creating exceptional wine and food experiences right in the heart of San Francisco.
A Taste of Excellence
Cultivar Ghirardelli Square is more than just a wine bar or wine tasting room; it’s a farm to table culinary destination where you can taste the finest wines. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that great food and wine bring people together, creating unforgettable memories. This was beautifully captured in the Dine & Dish segment, where Vicki Liviakis highlighted our dedication to quality and innovation.
The Segment
During the segment, viewers were taken on a visual journey through our elegant space, located at the iconic Ghirardelli Square just steps from the famous Ruth Asawa’s Andrea fountain.
Vicki Liviakis explored our menu, featuring locally sourced ingredients and dishes that perfectly complement our selection of Cultivar wines. From our fresh seafood options to our delectable desserts, every item is crafted with care and precision.
Behind the Scenes
Chef David and team work to ensure that every dish not only meets but exceeds our guests’ expectations. David works with our gardeners at Caspar Estate selecting what produce to grow. He enjoys checking on our culinary garden and tending to the micro-greens and our orchard and olive grove. This was evident as Vicki spoke with our staff, learning about the inspiration behind our seasonal menus and the meticulous process of pairing our dishes with our boutique wines.
Wine & Dine
At Cultivar Ghirardelli, we take pride in our curated wine list, which includes selections from our own Cultivar and Caspar Estate labels. The segment showcased some of our most popular wines, highlighting the unique characteristics and flavors that make them the perfect accompaniment to our cuisine. Whether it’s a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a robust Cabernet Sauvignon, our wines are crafted to enhance your dining experience.
Visit Us
We invite you to watch the full Dine & Dish segment and see for yourself what makes Cultivar Ghirardelli a must-visit destination in San Francisco. Whether you’re a local or visiting from afar, we look forward to welcoming you and sharing our passion for great food and wine.
Thank you to Vicki Liviakis and the KRON4 team for featuring us and helping to share our story with the Bay Area community. Cheers to many more memorable meals, wine tasting flights and bites at Cultivar Ghirardelli Square!
Ghirardelli Square
900 North Point #E 211
San Francisco, California
Cultivar February Wine Club Wines
Announcing our 2022 Cultivar Rosé
Summer in a Bottle: Rosé Wine with Chocolate Pairings
As the sun sets lazily over the horizon, casting a warm glow across the sky, there’s nothing quite like sipping on a glass of rosé wine to encapsulate the essence of summer. Picture yourself lounging by the pool, a gentle breeze caressing your skin, and the tantalizing aroma of ripe strawberries and jasmine lingering in the air. This is the experience that awaits you with every sip of this exquisite rosé wine – a true embodiment of the season captured in a bottle.
A Symphony of Flavors
With each pour, this rosé wine unfurls a symphony of flavors that dance delicately on the palate. Notes of strawberry and jasmine greet your senses, evoking memories of sun-kissed afternoons and leisurely strolls through blooming gardens. But the journey doesn’t end there. As you take another sip, hints of pomegranate, watermelon, white peaches, and nectarines emerge, adding layers of complexity and depth to the tasting experience.
The Perfect Ending: Chocolate Pairings
But what truly takes this wine pairing experience to the next level? Chocolate, of course! The rich, indulgent flavors of chocolate serve as a decadent counterpoint to the light, fruity notes of the rosé wine, creating a harmonious union of flavors that tantalize the taste buds.
For a delightful pairing, reach for a bar of dark chocolate with a high cocoa content. The bittersweet intensity of the chocolate enhances the fruitiness of the wine, while its velvety texture provides a luxurious finish to each sip.
Alternatively, opt for a milk chocolate truffle filled with a creamy ganache – the smooth, melt-in-your-mouth consistency of the chocolate perfectly complementing the creamy finish of the wine.
Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with culinary delights and decadent chocolates, it’s a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of French winemaking. So why should you buy it? Because it’s not just a wine – it’s a celebration of summer encapsulated in a bottle, waiting to be uncorked and enjoyed. Cheers to sunshine, laughter, and unforgettable memories!
Cultivar Wines are available in many retail stores and farm to table restaurants and steakhouses across the country, as well as our large formats online. Join the Cultivar Wine club to get these wines delivered to you.
We are crushing on our February Wine Club wines! From the just released 2022 Cultivar Rosé to the 2020 Cultivar Bordeaux Blend to 2021 Cultivar Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley to the 2021 Cultivar Pinot Noir from van der Kamp vineyard in the Sonoma Mountain….Get out your fav chocolates and nibbles!
Remember, the golden rule: your wine should always be sweeter than your chocolate to avoid a pucker finish.
Opt for white or milk chocolates with lighter wines like Rosés and Chardonnays, and save the rich, dark chocolates for those robust, full-bodied varieties.
Cultivar Wines are available in many retail stores and farm to table restaurants and steakhouses across the country, as well as online (our large formats online are exclusively online or at Cutlivar San Francisco or Cultivar Wine & Kitchen. Join the Cultivar Wine club to get these wines delivered to you.
Photo credit for these photos @Lori_Rice
WIne Pairings for Your Fall Gatherings
Wines Pairings to Celebrate Thanksgiving
We have several menus for you to pick and choose from to make sure that you find just the wines and to pair with your favorite Thanksgiving dishes. We hope you to inspire you and get you thinking about the flavor profiles and combinations.
To find our Cultivar tasting notes click here or go to the media page. You will find additional ideas for wine pairings for our small lot award winning wines.
serve with oysters on half shell
2022 Cultivar Sauvignon Blanc
pair with Goat cheese toast topped with green olives, cheese board with mini peppers
2021 Cultivar Chardonnay, Santa Barbara
pair with a green salad with pears, candied pecans, gorgonzola with champagne vinaigrette
2020 Cultivar Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast or
2020 Cultivar Merlot, Mt. Veeder
Serve with your Turkey with rosemary chestnut stuffing and sides of green beans, Brussels sprouts with bacon, sweet potatoes, or garlic mashed potatoes.
2014 Cultivar Port, Alexander Valley
Serve with pecan pie, pumpkin pie, or baked apples.
Cheers to a glorious Thanksgiving!
Cultivar Brute Rose or Cultivar Sauvignon Large Format
hummus, toasted crustini with Boursin cheese and cucumber
2021 Cultivar Santa Barbara Chardonnay or 2021 Cultivar Russian River Pinot Noir
Turkey dinner with cranberry sauce and all the pot-luck sides including Ina’s mac and cheese
2019 Cultivar Muscat, Anderson Valley
Cheese Plate of Blue cheese, aged Gouda, grilled grapes, chocolate figs
2014 Cultivar Port, Anderson Valley
Pumpkin mini pies
Cultivar Wines are available in many retail stores and farm to table restaurants and steakhouses across the country, as well as our large formats online. Join the Cultivar Wine club to get these wines delivered to you.
For our Caspar Estate allocation members it is time to pull out our Caspar Estate Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc out from your cellar.
Our newly released Cultivar Brut Rosé
First Course
Caviar topped potato chips and crème fresh, oysters on the half shell served with shrimp cocktail sauce.
Caspar Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Second Course
Green salad with melon and prosciutto, roasted pine nuts, tossed with a champagne vinaigrette.
Caspar Estate Cabernet Franc
Main Course
Turkey stuffed with apples, onions, fresh thyme, and rosemary stuffed with a sage and sausage stuffing. Serve with your family favorite side dishes.
Dessert
Chocolate pecan pie, or cinnamon-spiced shortbread and pumpkin pie topped with rum whipped cream and apple pie and vanilla bean ice cream.
Caspar Estate is the pinnacle of our wine making program. Sourced strictly from our Caspar Estate Vineyard, this ultra-premium label features our best expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc.
Organically and sustainably farmed, in the hills overlooking the Napa Valley with Julien Fayard, of Fayard Winemaking as our winemaker.
These wines are available by allocation only to a limited audience.
Cheers to a glorious Thanksgiving!
Stunning Harvest of Sauvignon Blanc Grapes at Caspar Estate
Harvesting the 2023 Caspar Estate Sauvignon Blanc Grapes
The morning sky had a slight haze, making everything look rosy. Before harvest our vineyard team trimmed back the leaves to expose the grapes.
Our Eastern exposure in the early morning sunlight shows our rocky loam serpentine soil. With just one acre of Sauvignon Blanc we have a very small production, giving our vineyard team time to give each vine the attention it needs. Our small production wines are carefully crafted, starting in the vineyard.
The clusters of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes were beautiful – see for yourself. We wish you could taste them, but it is just a matter of time.
Thursday, August 31st they were picked and taken to the winery to be made into our 2023 Caspar Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
Caspar Estate is the pinnacle of our wine making program. Sourced strictly from our Caspar Estate Vineyard, this ultra-premium label features our best expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc.
Organically and sustainably farmed, in the hills overlooking the Napa Valley with Julien Fayard, of Fayard Winemaking as our winemaker.
These wines are available by allocation only to a limited audience.
Cultivar Wine Wins Gold at 2023 SF Chronicle Wine Competition
2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
For those looking for a treat amidst the sea of reds and whites, we highly recommend giving rosé a sip. Cultivar Wine’s Rosé, in particular, is a standout. Made from hand-selected grapes grown in the picturesque Sierra Foothills of California, this wine embodies a perfect balance of juicy fruitiness and crisp acidity since it is made from 71% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 4% Cinsault Noir grapes.
But it’s not just the delectable taste that makes Cultivar Wine’s Rosé a must-try. The winery’s dedication to sustainable farming practices ensures an environmentally-friendly harvest. Additionally, Cultivar Wine’s commitment to producing small batches means that each bottle of Rosé has been carefully crafted with quality in mind.
Julien Fayard has brought a Provencal flair to this incredible blend of southern Rhone varietals, mostly sourced from the unique terroir of the Sierra Foothills in California. Rosé is one of the most food-friendly wines you can find, so pair this with everything from seared scallops to grilled pork chops.
As we move from Rosé to Pinot Noir, it’s important to understand that this grape is notoriously difficult to cultivate. However, when grown successfully, it produces some of the most exquisite wines.
Let’s start with the Santa Lucia Highlands. This small appellation, located in Monterey County, boasts a unique climate that produces elegant and complex Pinots. The 2023 competition saw a standout performer in the 2021 Cultivar Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir. This wine has a beautiful garnet color and is bursting with flavors of black cherry, raspberry, and spice. It also has a silky texture and a long, satisfying finish.
Moving north to Napa Valley, we find another region that excels in producing top-quality ruby color and is loaded with flavors of ripe blackberries, cherries, and a subtle hint of smoky oak. It also has a smooth and velvety texture.
Leaky Lake
The Leaky Lake vineyard is in the Napa Valley in hills between Rutherford and St. Helena. The winery’s dedication to sustainable farming practices ensures an environmentally-friendly harvest. Additionally, Cultivar Wine’s commitment to producing small batches means that each bottle of wine has been carefully crafted with quality in mind.
Whether you’re a fan of Santa Lucia Highlands’ complexity and elegance there’s a wine for every preference at the 2023 SF Chronicle Wine Competition. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass of one of these exceptional wines.
Join the Cultivar Wine Club for first choice of these highly desirable small production wines delivered to your door!
Behind the scenes -glasses of wine laid out waiting for the judges at the SF Chronicle Wine Competition – photo from SF Chronicle.
The 2023 SF Chronicle Wine Competition has revealed the best wines of the year, and they are not to be missed. From the award-winning taste of Cultivar Wine’s Rosé to the exquisite flavors of Leaky Lake’s Cabernet Sauvignon, there’s a wine for everyone. These winning wines are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our winemaker Julien Fayard who strives for excellence. So why not treat yourself to a bottle or two and experience the greatness for yourself? As one of the judges put it, “Wine is bottled poetry.” Cheers to the beauty of wine and the art of winemaking.
Just Released Chardonnay from Santa Barbara
Just released Cultivar Chardonnay from Santa Barbara!
Unlock the Magic of 2021 Cultivar Santa Barbara Chardonnay. This California gem is distinct in every way; from its radiant golden hue to its depth of flavor— it’s a wine to be savored. Get ready for a journey of discovery – where you’ll explore its tantalizing aromas, crisp flavors and indulgent texture. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or simply want to experience a unique bottle, Santa Barbara Chardonnay is sure to please.
Cultivar Wines are thoughtfully crafted to pair well with food.
2021 Cultivar Santa Barbara Chardonnay’s golden hugh color is reminiscent of rays of sunshine peaking between the clouds. This is a California glass of sunshine. Aromas with hints of tropical fruits mix with a whiff of tangerine float up to greet you.
Crisp Golden Delicious apple and fresh juicy pear flavors with a kiss of vanilla keeps your mouth wanting more. Fresh and lovely with a rich and creaminess, textured but not too weighty.
Lively acidity balances a mineralility with smooth luscious mouth feel. Our Chardonnay is an easy drinking, food friendly wine. Pair it with everything from roasted or barbequed chicken, risotto, lobster, crab, shrimp, roasted peppers with goat cheese.
Pour yourself a glass and experience its sunshine-y yellow color; it hints at the flavor and aroma-rich journey ahead. Get ready to be whisked away to a beach paradise with just a whiff — notes of tropical fruit and tangerine swirling around your senses. And then comes the sip — the creaminess of the wine coating your palate in extravagant flavor. Notes of apple and pear add complexity, while its smooth finish will leave you wanting more.
This Cultivar Chardonnay was aged in French Oak Barrels. It was then aged in a Clay Amphora. Half of the chardonnay was aged 14 months in barrel and the other half was aged 6 months in barrel then 8 months in an amphora as an experiment. Barrels were stirred daily during active fermentation, then once every week until the wine was racked.
The 2021 Chardonnay is part of our Cultivar Wine Club offering for February. Cultivar Wine produces and curates small lot wines that express terroir from the best California wine appellations. These sought-after wines with typically less than 200 cases available, are offered first to our Cultivar Wine Club members and our Cultivar SF wine bar & restaurant. With regular acclaim from critics like James Suckling and featured in Wine & Spirits, Wine Enthusiast, and more these wines sell out quickly.
Join the Cultivar Wine Club for first choice of these highly desirable small production wines delivered to your door!
Discover the magic of Santa Barbara Chardonnay. Let the golden hue, aromas and flavors transport you to the heart of California wine country and enjoy a unique taste you won’t soon forget.
Thanksgiving with Cultivar Rosé, Pinots, and Port
What to pair with your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving Meal?
Cultivar makes your moments become memories! We recommend these wines for your late fall celebrations.
To start your meal we will be serving our 2021 Cultivar Rosé, a great wine for any celebration and to toast your friends and family while nibbling on cheese and charcuterie platters. Julien Fayard has brought a Provencal flair to this incredible blend and it was named “50 Best”.
From there we move to our 2021 Cultivar Russian River Pinot Noir. Our tasting of this wine made it clear that it is a very versatile wine. The ruby color brings to mind fresh raspberries and Gala apple peel. On the nose: delicate aromas of blackberry, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, mint, and cracked pepper. Your palate is rewarded with strawberry, cranberry, and bright red fruits, but with a light & fruity body. The finish is dry and delicate, featuring medium acid and just a hint of tannins. Serve this pinot with your stuffed turkey, mushroom and rice dish.
Looking for something a little different? Try our 2019 Cultivar Napa Valley Syrah, a gorgeous and opulent Napa Valley Syrah. Dark, bold, and brilliant describes both the color and the nose, as pepper, allspice, and smoked meats explode from this dark purple wine. Waves of black currant, juicy blueberry, and boysenberry greet the palate, capped by a lingering finish of cherry, smoke, graphite, and anise. Pair it with curry dishes, Kung Pao chicken, pork belly bao, mushroom risotto, and duck.
Then for dessert we love the 2014 Cultivar Port! Created in the Tawny Port style, this decadent dessert wine greets the nose with layers of caramel, dulce de leche, and orange peel. Warm waves of spun sugar, maple, and dark chocolate roll across the palate, ending with a creamy, mocha finish that seems to linger forever.
If you need Cultivar Wines and are in the Bay Area you can stop in and purchase at 2379 Chestnut Street at Cultivar San Francisco.
We wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!
Fall Favorites at Cultivar
At Cultivar San Francisco our chef David works closely with Katana at our Caspar Estate culinary garden to bring all the fresh flavors of the Napa Valley to us.
From kale to carrots, radishes, cauliflower and so much more are grown at Caspar. Wine taste with us in San Francisco! Enjoy our Cultivar Wine Club flight or dishes paired with our wines.
Mixed Greens
Caspar Estate lettuces and kale with Feta, apples, pears, caramelized walnuts, bacon, pear & balsamic dressing
Pair it with 2021 Cultivar Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
Caspar Estate is located in the Mayacamus Mountains overlooking the Napa Valley. The day time heat and overnight moderate temperatures make it a wonderful place to organically farm a large variety of vegetables.
Root Vegetables
taro root, sweet potato, russet potato, carrots, beets
Pair it with 2019 Cultivar Syrah, Napa Valley
Squash and Burrata
Pomegranate, pepitas, micro arugula, balsamic reduction, lava salt
Pair it with 2019 Cultivar Cabernet Franc, Oak Knoll
Lobster Ravioli
Handmade ravioli filled with Ricotta, fontina, tomato sauce
Pairs exquisitely with 2019 Cultivar Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
Octopus and Shrimp
Octopus, prawns, polenta, chorizo pamboa, micro herbs
Pair with 2021 Cultivar Rosé or Chardonnay
Mushroom Risotto
Hen of the Woods, Portobello, Parmigiano Reggiano
Pair it with 2021 Caspar Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
We look forward to seeing you at Cultivar San Francisco to taste Chef David’s seasonal dishes paired with Caspar Estate and Cultivar Wines. Located in the Marina District of San Francisco, near the Presidio and the Palace of Fine Arts and minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge.
2379 Chestnut Street
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