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Report on the Cost of Establishing a Vineyard in Napa Valley

April 20, 2012 – 4:41 pm

Cost of establishing a vineyard in Napa

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November Vineyards Color Spectacular

November 19, 2011 – 10:06 am

We have been enjoying the autumn show of vineyard colors for some time now. Last week in the Lake Erie North Shore wine region of Ontario, the last colors of vineyards were beginning to fade. This week in Sonoma and Napa counties in California, the vineyards are putting on their show. Although we spotted a […]

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Where is Wine Made?

October 26, 2011 – 1:01 am

Anyone who has visited many winery tasting rooms has probably heard, “Wine is made in the vineyard.”  Wait a minute! Is the speaker trying to tell you that you can just squeeze a pound for so of grapes in the vineyard and you’ll have your glass of wine! No, I don’t think so…. The problem […]

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Historic Vineyard Society for California Vineyards

October 17, 2011 – 1:01 am

One may not quite know what will happen when posting a question on the Internet. Mike Dildine asked, “California’s great old vine Zinfandel vineyards … What are your favorites?” The result was the creation of the Historic Vineyard Society. Mike’s question prompted others to gather together and eventually start the Historic Vineyard Society which also […]

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The Common Elements of Wine and Olive Oil

September 12, 2011 – 7:03 am

Many wine lovers talk about wine  and enjoy discussing where the grapes are from, the variety of grape, the nuances and the aftertaste of the wine. The same can be said of olive oils. There are numerous types of olive trees. Some olive oil making facilities concentrate on producing single varietal olive oils, just like […]

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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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Stomp Grapes and Support the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children!

August 14, 2011 – 1:01 am

Casa Larga Vineyards located in Fairport is near Rochester, New York. This year the winery is offering three days of Grape Stomping. Dates for the Grape Stomp Sundays are September 25, October 2 and October 9. Times are 11am to 4pm. The cost per person is $3. The proceeds will be donated to charity. This […]

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Destiny Bay Wines Receive High Praise

August 10, 2011 – 6:52 am

Destiny Bay Vineyards located on Waiheke Island near Auckland, New Zealand is focused on producing high-end wines. The vineyards feature five Bordeaux varieties including Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Petit Verdot. In a recent press release, Mike Spratt owner and winemaker at Destiny Bay, announced that Gerard Bassett “reserved special praise for the […]

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Visit Thousand Islands Winery this Summer!

July 7, 2011 – 8:33 am

The Thousand Islands region of the United States and Canada is home to a variety of attractions for tourists. The official tourism bureau for the region is http://www.visit1000islands.com/visitorinfo/  Check it out! Interstate 81 that starts in Tennessee goes through Syracuse New York and finally ends in the Thousand Islands region. Shortly before the Interstate ends, […]

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DelMonaco Winery & Vineyard Event to Support CASA

June 5, 2011 – 12:01 am

On June 24, DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards located in Baxter Tennessee, is hosting a special event, CASA ROCKS – Voices for Children Gala. This charity event is from 7pm-11pm. All proceeds will benefit CASA: Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children. Dinner is provided by O’Charley’s and a live band, LEGACY will perform. Tickets are available […]

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