Journal

Celebrating 25 Years: A Commitment to Sustainability at Schrader Cellars

At Schrader Cellars, our 25th Anniversary is not only a time to reflect on our incredible journey but also to look ahead as we commit to a more sus...

An Update on Vintage 2023 from Jason Smith, MS

As we prepare to unveil our forthcoming offer for the 2023 vintage, we are excited to share a few updates and additions to this year’s release. Thi...

2021 Beckstoffer Las Piedras LPV Cabernet Sauvignon Ranks #25 on James Suckling's Top 100

We are thrilled to announce that our 2021 Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard LPV Cabernet Sauvignon has been named #25 on James Suckling's Top 100 Wi...

2024 Vintage Report

The 2024 growing season at To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville has been exceptional. With a long, wet, dormant season followed by a mild and modest sprin...

2022 Vintage: Perseverance Defined

To be successful with any wine, you have to begin the process of making it with the highest possible quality as the primary goal. If the fruit or t...

The Next Chapter in Elegance: Schrader Cellars and To Kalon Vineyard

In many ways, the origin of Schrader Cellars can be traced back to one day in 2000 when Fred Schrader tasted a barrel sample from a vineyard called...

Holiday Rack of Lamb

Serves 4 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 4 cloves garlic, minced Diamond Kosher salt Freshly groun...

Potatoes Au Gratin with Crème Fraiche and Chanterelles

Serves 6 2 cups coarsely chopped Chanterelles or other wild mushrooms (fresh mushrooms are ideal, or .75 ounces dried chanterelle reconstituted i...

Pork Loin with Fennel Seed, Garlic, and Thyme Rub

Serves 4 2 tablespoons dried fennel seeds, crushed 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes...

Luxe Burger with Wagyu Beef

Serves 2 1 egg and 1 egg yolk, at room temp 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 cloves garlic minced Juice of one lemon ¼ cup + ½-3/4 cup extr...

Duck Breasts with Blackberry Thyme Compote

Serves 2 2 duck breasts ( 4-5 ounces each) Diamond Kosher salt 6 ounces fresh blackberries 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 tablespo...

Spring Pairing: Rosemary Lamb Chops with Spring Vegetables

A delicious take on a classic pairing. Schrader Cellars CCS will complement the sumptuous profile of the lamb chops as velvety tannins cleanse the ...