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“Planting Redtree Across America” – Using Social Media

June 3, 2011 – 7:22 am

Check out this upcoming contest involving Redtree Wines. (July 1-September 30.) Starting July 1, Cecchetti Wine Company is sponsoring a promotion using social media to promote the Redtree wine brand. Cecchetti Wine Company also produces Line 39 and Backhouse brands. For the contest, sales representatives and distributors are encouraged to create inspiring Redtree wine displays. […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Backhouse, brands, Cecchetti Wine Company, Line 39, Redtree, social media, wines | Comments (0)

Southern France is Planting Sangiovese

June 1, 2011 – 12:01 am

One of the first Sangiovese wines I tasted was while visiting Tuscany. I still remember the wine, the experience and the beautiful Italian lifestyle. Now whenever, I have a glass of Sangiovese to enjoy, I look into that glass of red wine and remember Italy, wine, food and a way of life. I was rather […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged grapevines, Italy, Sangiovese, southern France, Tuscany | Comments (0)

English Wine Week, May 28 – June 5

May 31, 2011 – 12:02 am

May 28 thru June 5, 2011 is English Wine Week focusing on celebrating English wines with vineyard tours, wine tastings and food. EnglishWineProducers, The Marketing Association of the English Wine Industry, is featuring this week of English wine. Numerous vineyards will be open for tours. Restaurants and hotels will also feature English wines. Look for […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged British wine, England, English wine, English wine week, House of Commons, vineyards, Wineries/Tasting Rooms | Comments (0)

Wine Century Club Celebrates 6th Anniversary

May 26, 2011 – 8:15 am

The Wine Century Club marks its 6th anniversary today. The club is free to join and worldwide membership has climbed to 1,023 members up from the 635 members when Kathy and I joined a couple years ago. Joining the club is easier said than done. Applicants have to complete the application form where they identify […]

By Terry | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged Wine Century Club | Comments (0)

Memorial Day Weekend Events at Wineries

May 24, 2011 – 7:41 am

If you haven’t made your plans for this Memorial Day weekend, here are numerous winery events from our featured advertisers. On a long weekend, check out a winery and have an enjoyable day! Cheers, Kathy All Memorial Day Weekend Barrel Oak Winery, Virginia Event: Celebrate Barrel Oak’s 3rd Anniversary – Friday thru Monday?(Saturday: Music/ENVee) Web […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged California, events, memorial, memorialday, Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, Wineries/Tasting Rooms, winery | Comments (0)

Save Your Corks!

May 23, 2011 – 8:57 am

After opening wine bottles with different types of closures, it can be difficult to decide which one I like the best. Natural cork, synthetic cork, and screw caps are all commonly found in stores and wine tasting rooms. Less usual to discover are Zorks and plastic/glass push in button-like closures. For me, I really like […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Amorim, closures, cork, natural cork, recork, recycle, wine bottle | Comments (0)

28th Annual Wine & Roses Charity Wine Tasting in San Diego

May 22, 2011 – 8:42 am

Enjoy attending and helping others by attending the 28th Annual Wine & Roses Charity Wine Tasting. Attending the Wine & Roses event will help charities in San Diego County. These charities included Camp Oliver in Descanso, Bayside Settlement House and the Campership Council. This year the event takes place on June 12. Tickets are available […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged charity, food, San Diego, Wine & Roses | Comments (0)

Tennessee Wineries

May 17, 2011 – 8:42 am

We have spent the last one and a half weeks exploring the Tennessee wine industry. The more we learn about wineries and the wines produced in Tennessee the more we want to know. We visited 18 Tennessee wineries and spoke with owners and winemakers from Sevierville (pronounced severe-ville) to Nashville. Along the way we visited […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Also tagged Tennessee, Wineries/Tasting Rooms | Comments (0)

1st Annual Blue Ridge Vineyard Jazz Fest in Virginia

May 15, 2011 – 4:37 pm

Save the date May 28, 2011! The Annual Blue Ridge Vineyard Jazz Fest begins this year. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Grown Locally, Inc. The focus of Grown Locally is support for local artists and local produce providers. The Jazz Fest will take place at Blue Ridge Vineyard on May 28, 2011. Several […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine Notes, Winery Events | Also tagged Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge Vineyard, Eagle Rock, event, Jazz, Jazz Fest, Virginia | Comments (0)

How to Make a Wine Reduction Sauce

May 14, 2011 – 7:45 am

Have you ever wondered how to make a Wine Reduction Sauce? At a recent visit to DelMonaco Winery in Tennessee we received the directions on how to do just that. Keep these directions handy for the next time you need a wine reduction sauce. DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards is delightfully, friendly winery to visit located in […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine/Food/Recipes | Also tagged Blackberry wine, DelMonaco, recipe, Tennessee, vineyards, wine reduction sauce, winery | Comments (0)

Tag Archives: wine

Southern France is Planting Sangiovese

English Wine Week, May 28 – June 5

Wine Century Club Celebrates 6th Anniversary

Memorial Day Weekend Events at Wineries

Save Your Corks!

28th Annual Wine & Roses Charity Wine Tasting in San Diego

Tennessee Wineries

1st Annual Blue Ridge Vineyard Jazz Fest in Virginia

How to Make a Wine Reduction Sauce

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