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Monthly Archives: July 2009

July Wine Events in the US

July 21, 2009 – 12:22 pm

Are you looking for a wine event, perhaps a wine festival this weekend? At this time of year there are so many wine events across the country that below are just a few I have located. Check out individual winery websites for more information about their specific events or contact your local wineries to see […]

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Garganega – an Italian Grape

July 20, 2009 – 7:37 am

In an effort to taste a new wine varietal, while at a Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro, I chose to taste a white wine from Italy. Iname Vin Soave 2007 Garganega with a yellow straw color offered a fruit aroma with a taste of mineral notes and and a touch of honey.  The wine is […]

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A South Africa Red Wine

July 18, 2009 – 8:13 am

Last night while at Tastings, a Wine Experience Wine Bar & Bistro establishment, I noted a wine I was not familiar with “Boekenhootskloof –chocolate block.” Ken, the manager, said that it was from South Africa. As far as price goes it wasn’t expensive but more than I will pay for a bottle of wine. However, […]

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Connecticut Wine Festivals in August

July 17, 2009 – 9:17 am

If you will be near Goshen, CT on the first weekend of August, consider attending The Connecticut Wine Festival in northwest Connecticut. Some of the wineries involved include Bishop’s Orchards Winery, Chamard Vineyards, Jonathan Edwards Winery, Sharpe Hill Vineyard, Priam Vineyards, Gouveia Vineyards, Rosedale Farms & Vineyard, Land of Nod, Miranda Vineyard, Sunset Meadow Vineyards, […]

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Subscription Based Websites – Appellation America

July 16, 2009 – 8:58 am

If you haven’t heard yet, Appellation America has now changed from a free wine and winery information online service to being subscription based. Ow! That hurts and yet I understand. It hurts because I consider it a great resource and a good way to fact check items. As owners of the Wine Trail Traveler website, […]

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“Buy Local Challenge”

July 15, 2009 – 9:33 am

A couple of years ago, Southern Maryland started a “Buy Local” campaign. Since that time the program has spread throughout Maryland. Whether you live in Maryland or another state, consider taking the  2009 “Buy Local Challenge.” Participants try to eat one product from a local farm each day. Remember to include local wine as one of […]

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Wine Tasting Notes Booklet by Gormaya

July 14, 2009 – 8:11 am

A few days ago we received a sample of the TasteNote Wine booklet that Gormaya has published. This thin paperback is perfect for your pocket, purse or glove compartment. Take it to a restaurant and discreetly record tasting notes for the wine you enjoy with dinner. TasteNote Wine booklet is designed with two opposing pages […]

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Berks County Wine Trail, Pennsylvania – Winery Event

July 13, 2009 – 8:53 am

Berks County Wine Trail is located in Pennsylvania. The eight wineries are in the region surrounding Reading, PA. When you plan your visit, locate lodging and plan to spend a couple of days. On August 8th and 9th, the eight wineries on the trail will be hosting “Cool Wine Treat Weekend.” This is your chance […]

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Obama Presents Italian President with Gift of Wine

July 12, 2009 – 7:29 am

I was delighted to discover that last week while President Obama was visiting Italian President Giorgio Napolitano, he presented a gift box of wines produced in the US. One of the wines was from a delightful winery in North Carolina. The Raffaldini wine included in the box of wines was Raffaldini Vineyards Vermentino 2008. I […]

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South Coast Winery – Winery of the Year

July 11, 2009 – 8:05 am

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa won Winery of the Year at the California State Fair for the second consecutive year in 2009. Qualifications to enter include several stipulations. Any participating winery must enter at least 10 wines for tasting. In 2008, South Coast entered 29 wines. The winery won 24 medals. The 2009 award […]

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