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Gingerbread Biscotti Recipe – Pair with Late Harvest Sémillon

December 7, 2011 – 10:04 am

Check out this recipe for Gingerbread Biscotti from B.R. Cohn Winery & Olive Oil Company. Since it stores for several weeks, make it soon to enjoy for Christmas and the holidays. The biscotti recipe calls for two tablespoons of B.R. Cohn Unfiltered Extra Virgin Olive Oil. The suggested wine to pair with the Gingerbread Biscotti […]

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Celebrate the Holidays and Enjoy the Virginia Food and Wine Festival on Saturday

December 6, 2011 – 9:24 am

On Saturday, December 10 enjoy Virginia products at the Virginia Food & Wine Festival. Sixty plus vendors and 15 Virginia wineries will participate. According to the festival website, “Products include meats direct off the farm, cheeses, seafood, spices and sauces, variety of cakes and candies, specialty gifts and holiday décor.” This is a good opportunity […]

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Charity Case Foundation Creates Napa Valley Wines

December 5, 2011 – 9:12 am

A group of Napa Valley winemakers has worked together to create The Charity Case Foundation. The charity benefits Napa Valley families and children. This year the foundation will donate funds to Aldea Children & Family Services, Cope Family Center, Foster Kids Receiving Center and the Wolfe Center Teen Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program. The wines […]

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The Heart of Virginia Wine Trail Celebrates with a Jingle Bell Wine Trail

December 3, 2011 – 8:40 am

This weekend the Heart of Virginia Wine Trail has a Jingle Bell Wine Trail event. Participants, who can purchase passport tickets online, will received a souvenir wineglass and the opportunity to taste wine at each winery.  At each winery there will be munchies to enjoy while tasting wine. Craft vendors will be available.  Those who […]

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First Weekend of December Wine Events

December 2, 2011 – 1:01 am

Many wineries are offering special  events in anticipation of Christmas and the holidays in December.  A long list of events is below. Check the website or contact the winery in case any changes are made or reservations are needed. Enjoy browsing the list and finding a holiday event to attend this weekend! Cheers, Kathy Friday, […]

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Peking Duck Recipe from Cakebread Cellars

December 1, 2011 – 9:00 am

The last time we were in California we enjoyed peking duck. We also visited Cakebread Cellars, a delightful friendly winery with impressive wines. Cakebread Cellars provided the recipe for Peking Duck below which may be a recipe you want to use for the coming holidays. Cheers! Kathy Peking Duck with White Wine, Garlic and Picholine […]

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Travel to Ohio’s Northeast Region for Tannenbaum Wine Trail Weekends!

November 30, 2011 – 7:57 am

Make plans to visit wineries in the northeast region of Ohio in December and enjoy Tannenbaum Wine Trail Weekends. On the first three weekends of December, 15 Ohio wineries are celebrating Christmas and holidays with a Tannenbaum Wine Trail. Tickets are only $45 per couple or $35 per person and good for more than one […]

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Holiday Gifts: Wine Stemware

November 29, 2011 – 6:51 am

Many different types of stemware are available for the wine enthusiast. When looking for stemware for someone who is new to wine or already an experienced wine drinker, the wine glass does make a difference. Think of it like a cup of coffee, does the same coffee taste as good in a paper, Styrofoam cup, […]

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A Recipe for Biscotti with Cognac, a December Treat

November 28, 2011 – 9:22 am

December is almost here with all the holidays that people celebrate! During this time I will focus on events at wineries, charities and gift ideas and special recipes that may just be what you need for the holidays! Check out this recipe for Biscotti. The name and list of ingredients alone make this treat mouthwatering. […]

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A Search for the Oldest Charles Krug Wine Bottle

November 23, 2011 – 1:02 am

Charles Krug is celebrating its 150th birthday. Charles Krug now owned by the Mondavi family is searching for the oldest bottle from the winery. Charles Krug started in 1861, so there should be plenty of wine bottles around. If you have an old Charles Krug wine bottle contact the Charles Krug winery in Napa Valley, […]

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