Charity

Napa Meets Texas. An Elevated Culinary Experience Crafted by VillaMontez

by Javy on 2023-06-05 in Filed Under: Charity

We are overjoyed to extend a special invitation to you, as a prelude to the highly anticipated Tyler’s Cattle Barons’ Gala. Join us for a fantastic evening of exclusive wine pairings and tastings, featuring luxurious Napa wines, hosted by VillaMontez and key Napa insiders. Prepare to elevate your wine appreciation and discover limited new releases that will leave a lasting impression.
Date: Friday, June 9th
Time: 5:30 PM
Venue: Villamontez Bar
At this exclusive event, you will have the pleasure of a guided tasting led by sommelier Javier Calderon, accompanied by esteemed winemaker Alex Llamas and Napa hospitality expert Flako Calderon. Immerse yourself in the world of fine wines as you sample four meticulously selected hand-picked wines, expertly paired with handcrafted Latin-inspired bites.
As you savor each sip and bite, your taste buds will be treated to an exquisite journey:
Terraces Chenin Blanc paired with a black garlic and ghee shrimp skewer.
Aonair Pinot Noir paired with chicken breast, Masrhoom and demiglace
Post Parade Cabernet Franc paired with Taco de Beef and Bone Marrow.
Llamas Cabernet Sauvignon paired with salt & pepper grilled Cut Beef NY Strips (Localy Raised) on a freshly harvested roasted bell pepper melody.
In addition to the exceptional wine and food pairings, this event provides an exclusive opportunity to pre-order limited-allocation wines not yet released to the general public. It’s a chance to secure your favorite bottles and expand your cellar with rare finds.
We are proud to announce that a portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to support the charitable initiatives of Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala. By attending, you will not only indulge in an extraordinary experience but also contribute to the important work of this charitable organization.
Please note that there are only 20 spots available for this intimate gathering. Tickets are priced at $125 each, offering tremendous value for the exceptional wines, delectable bites, and unique insights that await you.
To secure your spot and embark on this remarkable wine pairing and tasting journey, we encourage you to purchase your tickets promptly. Simply contact Mundo at Villamontez to reserve and pay for your spot.
Get ready to delight your senses and elevate your wine appreciation to new heights. We cannot wait to share this remarkable evening with you.
Cheers to an extraordinary experience!
Warm regards,
Javy

Napa Private Tours Presents The Grand Napa Reserve

by Javy on 2023-05-22 in Filed Under: Charity

In partnership with Mundo Villapudua and in support of The Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala fundraising for The American Cancer Society we have the pleasure to present a delightful and exclusive Napa adventure. We have partnered with the best of the best to offer you two days full of incomparable and priceless experiences not available to the public.

Without further ado this is the auction item of your dreams:

Welcome Libations by Mixologist Izzy Carriero

Izzy has made a name for himself by designing beautiful and complex cocktails featured in many prestigious Napa venues. He has also served as a consultant for 1836 Texas Kitchen.

Two Day Stay at The Terraces Winery Guesthouse

We can’t even put a price that will honor the majestic beauty of this property. Normally only available to members our friends at The Terraces are generously extending hospitality to the winner of this package. This residence houses six guests in luxury and style. You can get to know The Terraces better here

Bespoke Luxury Transportation by Napa Private Tours

Your very own sommelier Javy Calderon will take care of every single detail. You and your five guests will travel in luxury enjoying Javy’s warm personality in the comfort of his 2023 Cadillac Escalade.

Unlimited Concierge Services by the Renowned Cynthia Vega

Cynthia is queen. Her attention to detail and large Rolodex are the gifts that keep on giving. Cynthia can open doors that others can’t even find.

Local Artisanal Amenities by Flako Calderon

Flako knows his stuff. During your stay you will be spoiled with a constant stream of treats and culinary surprises from the best purveyors in the valley. Prepare to be impressed.

Upgraded Barrel Tasting & Tour at Aonair

You and your guests will enjoy a private customized tour and tasting at Aonair. You will venture into the vineyards like a true farmer on board of their Polaris all-terrain fleet. You will also have access to a special barrel tasting in their caves. You can learn more about Aonair here.

Luxury Paired Picnic by Picnics & Pairing & Memento Mori

The Instagram moment of your dreams. All of your friends will be envious. In partnership with Memento Mori, Chef Alma from Napa Picnics & Pairings will deliver a most memorable and abundant feast.

Private Tasting at Post Parade

The extraordinary and beautiful Georgia Taylor will guide you through a tasting experience beyond anything you have ever experienced before. Georgia’s theatre background shows through. We promise you will not want to leave.

Private Dinner With Private Chef at Lerner Mansion

Chef Carlos Villapudua will fly from Tyler to host you and your friends at Lerner Mansion. Your custom-designed multi-course meal will include hand-picked pairings. You can learn about Lerner here

Cigars & Bourbon Under The Stars

Our beloved Mundo is flying down to Napa during your stay and he brings the best from his personal bourbon library and humidor.

Limited Edition 3L Bottle of Cabernet From Desparada Paso Robles

To help you commemorate the adventure of a lifetime

We can’t put a price tag on this auction item because many of the experiences we are creating for you are not available for sale.

Terms & Conditions

Subject to availability, must book within a year of the date of the auction. Certain holidays are blacked out.

Joining Us For Flavor? Don’t Forget to Shake Hands with Alejandro Castillo Llamas

by Javy on 2016-03-13 in Filed Under: Charity

Flavor Napa Valley is just around the corner and we are beyond happy to be part of this amazing effort to fundraise for the Culinary Institute of America. Here in Napa there are are people and wineries that are very near and dear to our heart. They are family to us, and their achievements fill our hearts with joy.

We heard it through the grapevine that our dear Alex Castillo Llamas had been selected as a panelist for the wine classes to be held during The Festival at COPIA in the Napa Rudd Center on March 18-19.

There is plenty to be said about Alex. He has a generous heart, he is an outstanding communicator but most importantly he is a fine winemaker whose sensibilities allow him to produce beautiful, complex and memorable wines. During the classes Alex will be pouring a 2010 Llamas Family Wines “Stagecoach Vineyard” Syrah. Alex personally selected this wine and we know you are going to love it. Here is a teaser from the tasting notes:

“Ripe plum, black cherry and baking spice greet the nose. Underlying notes of black olive, char, black pepper and dried meats unravel as the wine breathes. On the palate, this round, soft wine confers flavors of dried red and black fruit, violet, and distant caramel complimented by a fresh touch of acidity. Fine, earthy tannins and a core of minerality lead to a medium long finish.”

Both the man and his wines are among our favorites. You don’t want to miss him if you are coming our way.

About Alex:

Alex grew up in the fields. As migrant workers, his parents followed the same route each year, travelling with their children and a troop of assorted family members from outside the city of Guadalajara, Jalisco in Mexico all the way to Portland, Oregon and back. Along the way, they would harvest fields, orchards and vineyards – everything from Thompson Seedless and Concord grapes in the Coachella Valley to pears in Fairfield, California to cherries in Oregon and olives in Corning, California. Although only a child, Alex, like many migrant children, worked side by side with his parents before and after school. His early exposure to the cultivation of crops helped to instill a sense of connection to the land.

When Alex’s family finally settled in Napa, his father and many of his uncles took jobs working the vineyards of Napa Valley – ultimately planting and managing the first acres of what would later become the famed Stagecoach Vineyard which they still oversee today. Alex continued to work alongside and learned firsthand the meaning of terroir and the effect of the environment and management practices on winegrape quality.

Driven to take his experience in the fields a step further, Alex began exploring the world of wine and developed a love for fine dining. Working at restaurants such as The French Laundry and Per Se, Alex learned the importance of precision, care and detail and was exposed to some of the great wines of the world. His passion for wine ignited, Alex decided to pursue his own winemaking venture, honoring his heritage by exclusively sourcing grapes from vineyards farmed by his family. In his free time, Alex can be found fishing, hanging out with his beautiful Blue Heeler, cooking gourmet meals for his fiancé and drinking incredible wines!

Alex, you always make us proud and we are lucky to be able to call you a friend!

The NPT Team

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Meet Aurita: The Magic Behind Back to the Vine!

by nptadmin on 2014-11-29 in Filed Under: Charity

We are less than 24 hours away from hosting our third annual Back to the Vine event. Words cannot express how thrilled we are to have the opportunity once again to give back to the Napa community that has given so much to us.

Tomorrow, friends from a variety of local enterprises, along with the NPT family will meet at The Boys & Girls Club and will pour our hearts out loving and serving children from economically disadvantaged families. What an honor!

Before we get crazy busy with the hustle and bustle of the event I wanted to pause and give credit where credit is due. While there are many hands that make this event happen there is a very special woman whose drive, determination and love for others truly drives each of our events.

Meet Aurita Vega: For almost two decades, Aurita has poured her heart into making sure that thousands of children in the most vulnerable communities in California welcome the winter holidays with the joy and love that comes from receiving a toy and appropriate winter clothing.

Aurita’s organizational skills, endless energy and passion to serve is an example worthy of imitating. Aurita, we are thankful for what you do; you never cease to amaze us.

As for the rest of the team, we love you more than words can express and we are looking forward to spending a beautiful love-saturated and fun-filled day with each of you.

Javy