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A New Zealand Recipe from Seresin Estate

April 9, 2011 – 12:01 am

Many thanks to Seresin Estate a winery and vineyard in New Zealand, for providing this recipe. Seresin Estate is an organic and Biodynamic winery. Cheers! Kathy Marcia’s Coq Au Vin – via Seresin Estate Serves 4 A perfect match with a glass of Seresin Rachel Pinot Noir. Ingredients 1 bottle Pinot Noir 1 carrot, roughly chopped 1 celery […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine/Food/Recipes | Tagged biodynamic, chicken, cognac, Coq Au Vin, New Zealand, organic, Pinot Noir, recipe, Seresin, winery | Comments (0)

Too Much Government Legislation for the Wine Industry

April 8, 2011 – 7:06 am

It’s amazing what local, state and federal governments can do to put a stranglehold on wineries and vineyards. One only needs to look at the federal legislation (H.R. 5034) that was supported by many representatives last year but fortunately the winery industry learned about it in time to stop the legislation. However a very similar […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Tagged H.R. 1161, H.R. 5034, Howard County, industry, laws, Maryland, wine | Comments (0)

Visit a Winery this Weekend – Enjoy a Wine Event

April 7, 2011 – 10:09 am

As the days get warmer, its great to get outside more and one perfect way to do that is to visit a winery. Check ahead and see if you are allowed to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on their grounds. Many wineries have a small selection of cheese and crackers to purchase. Do buy […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Tagged events, picnic, wine, winery, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Comments (0)

Winery Creativity and an Earth Day Event

April 6, 2011 – 12:45 pm

Earth Day is April 22, 2011. With Earth Day falling on the Friday before Easter (Good Friday) it may be difficult to find wineries that offer Earth Day events. Some wineries may be closed on Friday or busy preparing for an Easter event on Sunday. A unique Earth Day celebration is taking place at Southbrook […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary, Winery Events | Tagged biodynamic, Earth Day, organic, Southbrook Vineyards, vineyards, wine, Wineries Unlimited, Wineries/Tasting Rooms, winery, yoga | Comments (0)

Travel to a Wine Festival – April 15-17

April 5, 2011 – 5:03 pm

Check out the many wine festivals and events for the weekend of April 15-17. Look for events in Texas, California, Washington, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, and Georgia. Wherever you travel on a weekend look for local wines. Cheers, Kathy April 15-16 Michigan International Wine Expo Novi, Michigan Website Information + a $5 discount coupon […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Tagged April 15, April 16, April 17, events, festivals, wine, winery, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Comments (0)

Orfila Vineyards and Winery’s “Lotus” Wine

April 4, 2011 – 12:02 am

This past weekend we enjoyed a wine from Orfila Vineyards and Winery located in Southern California, a few miles from San Diego. We opened the Orfila “Lotus” wine; it was a blend of Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne. This wine offered an aroma and taste of peach, honeysuckle and tropical fruit on the aroma and taste. […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine Notes | Tagged Julian, Lotus, Orfila, San Diego, tasting room, wine, winery | Comments (0)

Côtes du Coeur International Fine Wine & Celebrity Chef Dinner

April 3, 2011 – 7:48 am

Check out the 20th Annual Cotes du Coeur in Dallas, Texas on April 9, 2011. This event features fine wines and a celebrity chef dinner. The American Heart Association Dallas Division hosts this very special black-tie event at Hilton Anatole. The event benefits The American Heart Association including research and programs that promote healthier living. […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Tagged AMA, American Heart Association, auction, chefs, Cotes du Coeur, Dallas, fine wines, Hilton Anatole, wines | Comments (0)

Vegetarian Rice Salad with Red Wine Recipe

April 2, 2011 – 8:13 am

This weekend why not enjoy Aromatic Rice Salad with Mango Chutney? This vegetarian recipe includes ¼ cup of red wine, mangos, aromatic rice, celery and green peppers. Enjoy the remainder of the red wine with family and friends! Cheers! Kathy Aromatic Rice Salad With Mango Chutney Servings: 8 servings. Ingredients 2 mangos, peeled and diced […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine/Food/Recipes | Tagged aromatic rice, recipe, red wine, rice, salad, USA Rice Federation, vegetarian, wine | Comments (0)

Celebrate April at Wine Events

April 1, 2011 – 12:02 am

Welcome April with a visit to a wine event at a winery. The beginning of April brings more wine events scheduled at winery tasting rooms. Be sure to check the winery in your own backyard to see what they are offering. Below are numerous events to enjoy this weekend in Virginia, Ohio, Michigan. Check the […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Tagged events, Michigan, music, Ohio, Virginia, wine, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Comments (0)

Monthly Archives: April 2011

A New Zealand Recipe from Seresin Estate

Too Much Government Legislation for the Wine Industry

Visit a Winery this Weekend – Enjoy a Wine Event

Winery Creativity and an Earth Day Event

Travel to a Wine Festival – April 15-17

Orfila Vineyards and Winery’s “Lotus” Wine

Côtes du Coeur International Fine Wine & Celebrity Chef Dinner

Vegetarian Rice Salad with Red Wine Recipe

Celebrate April at Wine Events

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