With blue-green waters on both sides of the peninsula, this AVA might be one of the most romantic in America.

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(named after their children Chloe and Jeremy), Napa Valley blends they've been making consistently since 1996.. During my visit, we tasted the.2016 Mekerra La Mekerra Vineyard Proprietary White ($145),.a zippy, floral Sauvignon Blanc with tremendous richness and energy from a high-elevation Sonoma vineyard above Peter Michael; a.

2016 Métisse Martinez Vineyard Cabernet ($225).from the Pritchard Hill area teeming with violets, dark chocolate, crushed stones, and fine-grained textures; a.

2017 Métisse Jumping Goat Vineyard Cabernet from Saint Helena ($195).

, which offered flashy dark fruit, elegant cedar, and vivid layers of bright fruit and spices; finishing with a.Transfer brown butter to a small bowl; set aside.. Bring lobster stock to a boil over medium-high.

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 1 quart, about 50 minutes.Add 1/3 cup Cognac; cook until mixture has reduced to 1 quart, about 5 minutes.

Add cream, brown butter, and piment d’Espelette; stir to combine.Adjust heat to maintain a gently simmer.