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Central Oregon Vineyard Event Supports Cancer Research Center

September 7, 2014 – 11:00 am

Usually when we think of wineries in Oregon we consider Willamette Valley and the Columbia Gorge areas. However several wineries are also located in Central Oregon. Wine lovers will find Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards and Events Center in Terrebonne, Oregon about a 2.5 hour drive from Portland. The Vineyards and Events Center is a bit unusual as they are in the process of creating a resort on 315 acres.

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Should the Special Anniversary Have Celebrated with Italian or Swiss Wine?

September 6, 2014 – 11:13 am

At one time, I considered traveling to Switzerland to discover what the Swiss wine industry has to offer. I put it on the back burner for a while.

However, the idea came back to me as I read an article on Wine-Searcher, “Swiss Air Force Drops a Bomb Over Italian Wine.” It seems that the Swiss are very proud of their wines.

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Quiche á la Coquard Recipe with Prairie Fumé Wine

September 6, 2014 – 8:41 am

Yes, wine is produced in Wisconsin. We visited Wisconsin a few years ago and in addition to cheese discovered some delightful wineries to visit and write about. One of the largest wineries is Wollersheim Winery in Prairie du Sac which also offered us a wonderful experience. Don’t miss a visit to Wollersheim Winery if you have the opportunity. The recipe below is from Wollersheim Winery.

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Like Wine? Make Your Own Wine at a Winery in 2014

September 5, 2014 – 4:23 pm

If you want to be a “winemaker” at a winery this year, it’s probably a good idea to contact the winery of your choice as grapes are being harvested now. Wine lovers who want to learn more about how wine is made and want to have a sense of ownership in winemaking can do so at several wineries around the country. On the East Coast several wineries offer winemaking opportunities at their facilities.

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Visit the Vintner’s Collective in Napa Valley

September 5, 2014 – 9:01 am

The Vintner’s Collective in Napa Valley has survived since 1875. Last month’s earthquake did some heavy damage to this 19th century building; however, they will be able to rebuild. According to their Facebook page, until the building is repaired they will operate around the corner at their office/warehouse.
Check out this special: The ReBuilding 3 Pack

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Chile Pepper Wine in New Mexico

September 3, 2014 – 2:50 pm

A recent news article about what is happening in New Mexico. Recently U.S. Senator Tom Udall announced that the St. Claire Winery in Deming, NM is to receive a grant that is intended to increase the production of their unusual Hatch chile-infused wines.

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Movimento Turismo del Vino, A Gateway to Italy’s Wine Tourism

September 3, 2014 – 8:27 am

If you are planning a visit to Italy and enjoy wine you will want to check out the Movimento Turismo del Vino website while making your plans.

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Texas Foods with Messina Hof

August 27, 2014 – 5:33 am

Kathy and I spent a wonderful week in Texas. Four days were spent with Paul and Merrill Bonarrigo at both their Messina Hof Winery locations in Bryan and Fredericksburg. In addition to fantastic wines, we ate wonderful meals. We have many fond memories of the wine, food and friends. It was a great experience to […]

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Crowdsourcing Winemaking: Is it Possible?

August 22, 2014 – 4:18 pm

At least two wineries are experimenting with using the concept of crowdsourcing to provide wine lovers with a virtual experience of producing a wine.

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Two Pinot Grigio Wines from Attems

August 12, 2014 – 9:01 am

I attended a wine conference in Virginia a few years ago. A panel of winemakers were discussing the grapes that do well in Virginia. When the name Pinot Grigio was introduced, each of the panel’s four winemakers said that Virginia Pinot Grigio wines are boring. We received two bottles of Pinot Grigio from Attems a […]

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