The Perfect Pairing in Napa Valley

Patrick & KT  |  Napa Valley, CA

2007 was a special year in Napa Valley. It’s the year that produced what became known as “the perfect vintage.” An unprecedented seventeen 100-point scores were issued to the region’s wines by renowned wine critic Robert Parker.

2007 was also the year that Patrick and KT met.

So when it came time to plan their July 4th wedding, what better way to celebrate their perfect pairing than with “the perfect vintage”?

On Independence Day, Patrick and KT gathered their dearest friends and family for a festive wedding weekend at Meadowood Resort in Napa Valley. The handsome duo dreamt up a day which had charming attention to every detail, including an exquisite culinary experience and the perfect collection of 2007 Cabernet. I can’t think of a better way, or day, to celebrate their freedom, their love and their union.

Patrick and KT told Flutter Magazine:

THE NAPA VALLEY WAS ONE OF THE FIRST PLACES WE VACATIONED. WE ALWAYS CONSIDERED IT TO BE A VERY SPECIAL LOCATION, ESPECIALLY GIVEN OUR LOVE OF FOOD AND WINE. WE HAD STAYED AT MEADOWOOD A NUMBER OF TIMES PREVIOUSLY, AND WHEN THINKING OF WHERE TO GET MARRIED, WE BOTH THOUGHT THE MEADOWOOD—AND SPECIFICALLY UNDER THOSE TREES, WOULD BE PERFECT. AND IT REALLY WAS.

The weekend kicked off with an “International Red, White and Blue Tournament.” The guests engaged in a rousing game of croquet and enjoyed an Americana-style outdoor picnic lunch, complete with red enamelware place settings. 

Every refined detail of the weekend was given thoughtful design and attention. The laser-cut wooden cocktail stir-sticks with custom initials were a beautiful and unique idea. And of course, “the perfect vintage” bar was a real treat for all the guests. The couple offered a selection of the best Napa reds from 2007, and a custom wine list included the tasting notes of each selection and their score. A truly rare and exceptional treat for wine aficionados, lovers and hobbyists alike!

The rustic, but elegant driftwood and sola flower table decor, underneath twinkling Edison bulbs, set a warm, authentic ambiance for an exquisite dinner. 

It was such an honor to capture this romantic and elegant July 4th wedding at one of our favorite wedding venues. And a beautiful way to celebrate freedom and Independence Day!

See the full, festive weekend below and find the feature in Flutter Magazine, Issue 08.

WE LOVED KT AND CHAD FROM THE MINUTE WE MET THEM IN NEW YORK FOR OUR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS. THEIR WORKING STYLE IS SO NATURAL AND COMFORTABLE. BY THE TIME WE WERE BEING PHOTOGRAPHED AT OUR WEDDING WE FELT WE KNEW THEM, WERE TOTALLY AT EASE BEING PHOTOGRAPHED BY THEM AND WE LOVED THE WORK THAT THEY PRODUCED.
— Patrick + KT

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