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Monthly Archives: December 2009

Gifts for the Wine Lover that Won’t Break the Bank: Candles, Soaps & Stoppers

December 12, 2009 – 10:02 am

For my final recommendation of economical holiday gifts for the wine lover, consider visiting a winery tasting room and spend some time browsing the gifts available. Many of the gifts are affordable. The wine enthusiast will enjoy many of these gifts. Many are reasonably easy to ship to relatives and friends, especially in states that […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary, Wine Notes | Comments (0)

Gifts for the Wine Lover that Won’t Break the Bank: Wine Journals

December 11, 2009 – 8:50 am

Wine journals provide a great way to remember a wine that you have enjoyed. Unless you drink only one or two particular wines, a journal helps one to remember why one enjoyed a particular wine, what the aroma, taste and finish were like. It also can tell you where you enjoyed the wine and what […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine Notes | Comments (0)

Gifts for the Wine Lover that Won’t Break the Bank: Corkscrews

December 10, 2009 – 10:31 am

Despite that corkscrews have one purpose and that is to open a bottle of wine, corkscrews come in a wide assortment of styles and prices. There are a variety of corkscrews available for between $4 and $20. While any wine enthusiast is likely to have a corkscrew in his kitchen, it’s always a good idea […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine Notes | Comments (0)

Gifts for the Wine Lover that Won’t Break the Bank: Domestic and International Wines

December 9, 2009 – 11:38 am

How much are you willing to spend on a gift of a bottle of wine? What do you consider to be a good reasonably priced wine? A couple of years ago, I was at a grocery store and saw Yellow Tail on sale for $4.99 a bottle. Many consumers consider Yellow Tail to be a […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine Notes | Comments (0)

Gifts for the Wine Lover that Won’t Break the Bank: Grapevine Wreaths

December 8, 2009 – 12:06 pm

While at this time of year, when one mentions a “wreath” many people immediately think of a Christmas wreath. This is where your creativity can come in and help you create a delightful year round wreath for yourself or to give as a gift. Grape wreaths are available at craft stores and are relatively inexpensive. […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Comments (0)

Gifts for the Wine Lover that Won’t Break the Bank: Wine Jelly

December 7, 2009 – 8:24 am

Although many have their Holiday shopping completed, there are others who haven’t started yet. Buying gifts for you wine lover friends is not a daunting task. This week we’ll feature some ideas of gifts that won’t break the bank. If you are no stranger to a kitchen, consider making wine jelly. You will need two […]

By Terry | Posted in Wine/Food/Recipes | Comments (2)

A New AVA in Napa Valley

December 5, 2009 – 11:49 am

There is good news for wineries in Calistoga, California. Since 2004 the Calistoga region of Napa Valley has sought to have its own AVA. This week the TTB has given final approval for this newest AVA.  The decision was based on many references to the Calistoga region in numerous sources dating back many years. A […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Comments (0)

A Christmas Tea in Wine Country

December 4, 2009 – 8:14 am

Palisade, Colorado is a delightful wine region to visit any time of the year. Just remember to dress for the weather. Palisade will be celebrating an Olde Fashioned Christmas the weekend of December 11 to December 13. The events begin on Friday with the Art & Chocolate Walk. This is followed by the Annual Christmas […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Comments (0)

Holiday Wine Trail Event this Weekend

December 3, 2009 – 8:24 am

Enjoy a visit to four Virginia wineries located on the Heart of Virginia Wine Trail. The “Heart of Virginia Jingle Bell Wine Trail takes place Saturday and Sunday (December 5 & 6) from 11 to 5. Cost is $10 per person. The event includes wine tastings, a souvenir glass and a gift for completing the […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Comments (0)

Places to Travel to and Enjoy During December

December 1, 2009 – 12:22 pm

Wine and events are happening throughout this holiday season. If you are looking for fun events to participate in consider some of these activities. More December activities will be listed on the blog so keep watch. Cayuga Wine Trail, New York 16th Annual Holiday Shopping Spree December 4-6 Friday 1:00-5:00PM?Saturday & Sunday 10:00AM-6:00PM Details: http://www.cayugawinetrail.com/cwt_register.taf […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Comments (0)

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