One of the unique elements O'Brien Estate offers our guests is a set of wines which tell a story of a deepening relationship between 2 people.  The story is told through the names of each wine and the poetry on the back of each label written by either Bart or Barb O'Brien.

During your tour, if you are interested and would like to hear the poetry, Bart or one of the tour guides will recite this poetry for you.  Great for romantic occassions such as anniversaries, engagements, and great dates in Napa Valley!

Here is the poetry from our Romantic Portfolio of wines:

Fascination

Sauvignon Blanc

 (when you first see the love of your life)

Suddenly

I am touched by your presence

Swiftly

I awaken to you

 Attraction

Chardonnay

 (when you actually meet your love)

When our eyes met

My heart said hello

Are you the one for whom I long?

Are you?

Flirtation

Rose of Merlot

 (those joyful moments of conversation)

Our dry rose reveals alluring aromas 

of strawberries and cream with

bright, teasing acidity,

a long, silky finish

and just enough grape skin contact to make it blush!

 Romance of the Heart

Merlot Bordeaux Blend

 (when you are falling in love)

Extend to me

The hand of conversation

Twirl me with laughter

Embrace me with kindness

Will you be mine for a moment?

Or for a lifetime?

Seduction

Cabernet Bordeaux Blend

 (need we say more?)

Romance of the heart

Passion of the soul

A voluptuous wine with sensual flavors

And a velvet kiss.

Enjoy in good company

Passion of the Soul

Cabernet Sauvignon

 (for the proposal stage when you decide to spend the rest of your life with this person)

You are the one

I want to become one with

To intermingle our footsteps

On the sands of time

Will you join

With me?

Devotion

Cabernet Franc/Merlot

(for the years of marriage together)

Day upon day

Year upon year

A beautiful life is built

Together

 Reflection

Late Harvest Cuvee

(eventually one of the partners passes on - the remaining partner reflects on their love and the life they built and shared together.

 Memories of you

Swirl in my glass

Wine on my lips

You in my heart

All the poetry was written by Barb and Bart O’Brien.