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“Outside the Box” Winery Activities, Part 2

September 24, 2010 – 8:00 am

Often you will hear about wineries that have Grape Stomps that wine lovers can enjoy. We’ve visited several wineries that host these “Lucy” type events. However, we discovered an unusual twist to grape stomps. Do you ever wonder what happens to the resulting crushed grapes? Perhaps thinking “What a waste to throw it all out?” […]

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Leelanau Peninsula Vineyards

September 17, 2010 – 8:45 am

The weather this week has been unusual on Leelanau Peninsula. We were not sure what to expect so had brought a variety of layered clothing. The only thing we forgot was an umbrella that would have come in handy yesterday. Today is still a question mark. What’s really interesting is the attitude of the winemakers […]

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Preserving American Agricultural Land with Vineyards

September 10, 2010 – 9:37 am

This week we visited an Ohio winery that has an intriguing beginning. The Gammie family owned the land during the Depression. At that time they grew vegetables. They discovered that the property located near Lake Erie was ideal for orchards. A small friendly fruit and vegetable market was thriving on the day of our visit. […]

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How Do You Research Wineries/Vineyards to Visit?

August 17, 2010 – 6:24 am

Heading to any destination, you wonder if there are wineries in the area to visit. How do you research to find wineries or vineyards in the area? There are some simple quick ways to find wineries/vineyards. Use Google maps and type the city and state or country your travels will take you to. For example, […]

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Do Americans Expect to See Vineyards at Wineries?

July 15, 2010 – 8:36 am

I recall being told that South American investors suggested that Brotherhood, America’s Oldest Winery, should plant a vineyard on the property. The vineyard will give them credibility.  Recently a LinkedIn discussion asked the question: Why don’t vineyardists also make wine? Is there a perception out there that if you have a winery that you should […]

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8th Anniversary for Laurello Vineyards

July 8, 2010 – 7:43 am

Congratulations to Laurello Vineyards in Geneva, Ohio! Laurello Vineyards is celebrating its 8th Anniversary this weekend! 8th Anniversary Events: July 10th: A small appetizer will accompany the purchase of the first bottle of in-house wine, plus you will receive a raffle ticket for a gift basket. Drawing will be on Saturday at 9:30 pm. Friday […]

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Fun News! Vineyards, Golf, Sheep and Goats

July 4, 2010 – 2:09 pm

Happy July 4th! Hope you are enjoying a relaxing day, drinking a glass of wine – perhaps a fruity, crisp white Riesling and staying cool. This morning I read one of our local online news stations wtop.com. They feature a section called Watercooler. An article ND golf course brings in weed-eating goats, is about goats eating grass […]

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What are the perks of your job?

July 4, 2010 – 6:53 am

It is always interesting to gage reactions when someone asks me about my job. I tell them that I am a travel writer that travels to wineries and vineyards around the world and write articles about them. You can observe them processing. I know they processed the word travel and from wineries they processed the […]

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American Grape Varieties

June 25, 2010 – 9:07 am

I just finished reading an excellent article suggested by the website Drinklocalwine.com. The article Indigenous American Grape Varieties, A Primer by David Mark Brown is available on Plate Press. The author begins with the question, “Can American Vitis species produce wines that compare with those made from vinifera on a global stage?” In this article, […]

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Why Do You Visit Winery and Vineyard Tasting Rooms?

June 9, 2010 – 1:01 am

Why do you decide stop at winery and vineyard tasting rooms? Is it a decision made in advance or on the spur of the moment? Are you looking to sip and taste new wines or spend some time enjoy a glass of wine? Do you want a winery with a restaurant? Music? Special event? It’s […]

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