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Wine Trail Traveler’s Impressions of Georgia (Sakartvelo)

October 4, 2013 – 8:12 am

Impressions of Georgia (Sakartvelo)…

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Georgia, IWINETC, Sakartvelo, travel, wine | Comments (0)

So Many Wineries, So Many Events

October 1, 2013 – 12:33 pm

In the northern hemisphere, fall is a wonderful time to visit wineries and vineyards. Whether you are looking for a specific winery event or craving the ambiance of a wine tasting….

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged events, travel, winery, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Comments (0)

Day 11 in Georgia (Sakartvelo): Birthplace of Wine

September 21, 2013 – 12:49 am

On Day 11 of our visit to Georgia (Sakartvelo) we visited three wineries in the Georgian region of Racha-Lechkhumi. To reach these wineries from the second largest city in Georgia, Kutaisi, rough roads added more drama to the sights of the beautiful river and the Caucasus Mountains.

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Georgia, Sakartvelo, travel, wine, winemaking | Comments (0)

Days 9 and 10 in Georgia, Sakartvelo: Birthplace of Wine

September 20, 2013 – 1:08 am

On day 9 we visited Shavnabada Monastery of Saint George Wine Cellar a short distance outside of Tbilisi.

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Georgia, qvevri, Sakartvelo, travel, wine, winemaking | Comments (0)

5th Day in Georgia (Sakartvelo): Birthplace of Wine

September 15, 2013 – 11:47 pm

After a quick breakfast at Chateau Mere, we were on our way to the first of four Georgian wineries. Kindzmarauli Marani is a winery with a large vineyard “library” of well maintained grapevines. Currently the vineyard has 420 grape varieties that can be found in Georgia.

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged cradle of wine, Georgia, Sakartvelo, travel, wine | Comments (0)

Our First Day in Tbilisi, Georgia (Sakartvelo): Birthplace of Wine

September 11, 2013 – 6:00 am

Our first winery in Georgia was Tbilivino followed by Bagrationi 1882.

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Georgia, Radisson, Tbilisi, travel, wine, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Comments (0)

Introducing the Wine Tourism Club

May 8, 2013 – 10:24 am

On Wednesday May 8, Wine Trail Traveler, LLC announced the establishment of the Wine Tourism Club. This club is free and for people who visit wineries and wine tasting rooms while traveling.

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Also tagged wine, wine tourism | Comments (0)

First Wine Tourism Day: Maryland Wineries Offer Special Events

May 7, 2013 – 8:12 am

The first Wine Tourism Day takes place Saturday, May 11. According to the Wine Tourism Day website, “Wine Tourism Day is designed to feature the many wineries offering events through North America, promote the concept of traveling to wine regions on vacation, and highlight the economic impact of wine tourism. Most of all it is about you, a lover of wine and travel, having fun.”

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary, Winery Events | Also tagged travel, Wine Tourism Day, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Comments (0)

Croatia’s Olive Oil Production

March 5, 2013 – 12:01 am

One of the joys of traveling is the food connection. While in Croatia later this month, we are looking forward to learning about the cuisine as well as the Croatian wine varieties and olive oil varieties.

By Kathy | Posted in Wine Notes | Also tagged Croatia, olive oil, travel, Zagreb | Comments (0)

Winter Spotlight on Croatian Wine

February 15, 2013 – 7:27 am

A 2,500 year old wine region will take center stage at two events this winter. The Ancient Greeks brought vines and winemaking to the coastal region of Croatia while the Ancient Romans forged through the mainland with their vines and winemaking. For thousands of years, wines were crafted by families for families. Recently, Croatia is […]

By Terry | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Croatia, IWINETC, wine | Comments (0)

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