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Monthly Archives: May 2008

Collectors and Wine

May 7, 2008 – 11:28 pm

What is the oldest bottle of wine you own? I am curious because as a wine enthusiast I have met those who collect wines and cellar them as a hobby. Now this can get to be an expensive hobby. Therefore, I have a difficult time understanding why someone would choose to invest a substantial amount […]

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May Newsletter

May 7, 2008 – 1:11 am

The May Wine Trail Traveler newsletter is now online. Click here to read this recent issue.  Find out what some wineries are doing to enhance wine tastings. Remember Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11. Check the newsletter for ideas your Mother might enjoy. Not sure what to pair with spring entrees? Read Spring Wine & Food […]

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Mother’s Day Reminder

May 5, 2008 – 11:55 pm

Don’t forget Mother’s Day is May 11th! You still have time to send a Mother’s Day card by snail mail or email. Better yet, if you will be seeing your mother why not take her a gift or cook dinner for her. Recipes with wine as an ingredient are available at http://winetrailtraveler.com. The Wine Trail […]

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Coping with Climate Change

May 2, 2008 – 11:51 pm

Unlike most agricultural products once established, vineyards can produce quality fruit for 80 to 100 years. Not surprisingly, the first few years are the most difficult for vineyards just starting out. Financial investment is considerable before the benefits begin to pay off. What happens when the climate begins to change after 15, 20 or 30 […]

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Wine and Wineglasses

May 1, 2008 – 10:09 pm

Shortly before dinner the other night, we decided to open a bottle of wine that we had purchased at a Virginia winery. Noticing a spot on one of the glasses, I washed one of the glasses and proceeded to pour the wine. Minutes later as I began to enjoy my wine and describe how good […]

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Black Star Farms – an agricultural destination

May 1, 2008 – 12:37 am

Congratulations to Black Star Farms in Michigan who received a Psychologically Healthy Workplace Award this spring. Black Star Farms is a unique winery. It is an agricultural destination with much to offer visitors including a winery and tasting room, creamery, inn and stables. The award was based on evaluation of employee involvement, work and life […]

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