Saturday is the first day of spring and I know that we are looking forward to a wonderful day while hoping for continuing warmer weather. It seems that many organizations are looking forward to a great spring weekend with a variety of wine events. Check the websites for specific information.

California

Barrel Tasting Weekend
March 20-21
Livermore, California

Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival
March 19-21, 2010
Paso Robles, California

Florida

The Florida Wine Festival
March 19-20
Tallahassee, FL

8th Annual Boca Bacchanal
March 19-21
Boca Raton, FL

Wine, Dine & Design
March 20, 2010
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Meet vintners, artists, chefs and designers

Missouri

Grape Arts XVIII
March 21, 2010
St. Louis, Missouri
(Fund raiser for Art Saint Louis, its exhibits and programs)

Canada

The Toronto Wine and Cheese Show
March 19-21, 2010
Toronto

Not looking for a big event? Then plan to visit a winery in your own backyard and purchase a wine to pair with Sunday’s dinner!

Cheers, Kathy