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Monthly Archives: September 2011

Open House at Tin Lizzie Wineworks

September 11, 2011 – 4:45 pm

Last week I wrote about Tin Lizzie Wineworks in Maryland. I just learned that Dave Zuchero, owner of Tin Lizzie Wineworks, is hosting an Open House next Saturday, September 17 from 9 to 5. Dave will be there in person to describe the winemaking experience. This gives you the opportunity to check out this boutique […]

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Riverside Winefest to Help Sotterley Plantation

September 11, 2011 – 7:46 am

Despite the damage caused by Hurricane Irene to Sotterley Plantation, the annual Riverside Winefest at Sotterley Plantation will take place October 1 – 2 from 12:00 Noon to 6:00 pm.  Ticket proceeds will go to the plantation towards restoring the plantation. Southern Maryland is a beautiful area of the state to visit. Sotterley Plantation built […]

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Will the Rain Train Effect Grapes?

September 10, 2011 – 6:10 am

Some on the east coast were introduced to a meteorology term “training” also called the “rain train.” From southern Virginia to New York, a narrow swatch of land witnessed a few inches to a few feet of rain that kept on pelting the area for several days. This rain system came on the heels of […]

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Shrimp, White Wine, Endive and Avocado Recipe

September 10, 2011 – 1:01 am

This weekend while relaxing at home, why not enjoy some time in your kitchen and prepare a special meal. Maybe enhance the dinner experience and eat by candlelight. Cheers! Kathy Shrimp, Endive and California Avocado Salad Ingredients 2 c water 1 c dry white wine 2 t coarse salt 1 dried bay leaf 1 lb […]

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The Wine Festival at The Plains in Virginia

September 9, 2011 – 3:05 pm

This weekend, Virginia which has about 210 wineries, is hosting a large wine and polo festival at The Plains, Virginia. The rainy weather, which has plagued the East Coast all week, is not stopping the festival. So plan to travel to The Plains, Virginia to enjoy this extravaganza. The festival is a celebration of Virginia […]

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Winery Events for this Weekend!

September 9, 2011 – 1:02 am

Below are events at a number of wineries. For any events, you should check ahead of time to make sure they are happening. Currently the East Coast is being inundated with rains from tropical storm Lee still pounding away while Texas is hurting from fires. Our thoughts, prayers and hopes are with any wineries and […]

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Driftwood Estate Winery Taking Up a Collection for Texas Families Affected by Fires

September 8, 2011 – 1:02 am

Driftwood Estate Winery, a Texas Hill Country winery in Driftwood is collecting items to help people in Bastrop, Texas who have been devastated by the devastating wild fires. According to a Facebook post, “Driftwood is collecting the following items to help the families affected by the fires in Bastrop: Items that we are collecting are: […]

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A Wine’s Pleasant Surprise

September 7, 2011 – 1:26 pm

An interesting note about wine is that often one can be pleasantly surprised. In July we bottled the Muscat that Kathy and I made from juice sourced from Lodi. At the time of bottling we were not very enthused about the wine. A month later and we were disappointed in the wine. The aroma was […]

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Travel to Blue Slip Winery in Tennessee

September 7, 2011 – 12:11 pm

Enjoy reading about Blue Slip Winery and planning a visit to this boutique, urban winery. Summary: Blue Slip Winery, an urban winery, is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. It is the first winery in Knoxville. Blue Slip also has the distinction of being the first urban winery in Tennessee. (more) Cheers! Kathy          

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Maryland’s Tin Lizzie Wineworks Offers Winemaking Opportunities with Grapes Sourced from Stagecoach Vineyards

September 7, 2011 – 7:33 am

This is the right time of year to decide to start your winemaking experience. A winemaking experience is also a great gift for anyone who enjoys wine – think birthdays, anniversaries, holidays. Tin Lizzie Wineworks is starting its fourth year as a winemaking school just outside Clarksville, Maryland. Tin Lizzie offers wine enthusiasts the opportunity […]

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