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Tasting Room Wine Notes

September 15, 2010 – 1:04 am

What kind of tasting room notes do you like? Most if not all winery tasting rooms offer visitors a tasting guide of the wines they have available for tasting. Some wineries offer as much information as possible on a list. The font can get very small to include all these details. Information frequently includes what […]

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. […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged land, Ohio, Orchard Country Winery & Market, orchards, preservation, Quarry Hill Winery, vineyards, Wisconsin | Comments (0)

Winery Events for August 27, 28 and 29

August 26, 2010 – 8:56 am

Thursday is the day I enjoy posting events at wineries for the coming weekend. Check the winery website sfor times and descriptions. Enjoy a visit to one of our WTT partners. Cheers! Kathy Lorimar Winery August 28 Music/Naomi Balcombe Sax/Jazz Lorimar WineryWebsite Tesoro Winery Temecula, California August 27 Hot Summer Nights in Old Town – […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged events, Ohio, Temecula, Texas, Virginia, wine dinner, Wineries/Tasting Rooms, WTT | Comments (0)

Events at Wineries this Weekend

August 19, 2010 – 1:05 am

Winery events to think about attending this weekend are listed below.The events are from some of Wine Trail Traveler’s winery partners. Check the event details online. Have a wonderful weekend! Cheers! Kathy Tesoro Winery, Temecula, California Friday, August 20th – 7-10 p.m. Hot Summer Nights in Old Town – Kenny Marquez Info: Tesoro Winery Thornton […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged Barrel Oak Winery, California, Chateau Chantal, events, Ferrante Winery, Michigan, Ohio, Pearmund Cellars, Tarara Winery, Tesoro, Thornton Winery, Three Fox Vineyards, Virginia | Comments (0)

Laurello Vineyards this Weekend

August 13, 2010 – 8:47 am

Laurello Vineyards is a delightfully, friendly winery to visit with friends and family. Food, music and wine all play a large part of the visitor’s experience. The tasting room is also part of a bistro type facility with menu available. This summer they are offering a new appetizer, Lucy’s Caponata. The recipe includes eggplant, celery, […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged events, Laurello Vineyards, Ohio, pizza, wine | Comments (0)

Mutt Lynch Winery Donates to Dog Charities

August 8, 2010 – 4:45 pm

Mutt Lynch Winery located in Healdsburg, California is open by appointment only and for special events. Wine varieties available include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah. Visitors are encouraged to bring their dogs. This winery is centered on dogs; even the wine club is named Club Mutt. Visitors are encouraged […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, California, chardonnay, charities, dog, donation, Mutt Lynch, Petite Sirah, Sauvignon Blanc, wine | Comments (0)

Weekend Winery Events at WTT Featured Partners

July 29, 2010 – 12:31 pm

Enjoy a weekend event at one of these wineries this weekend! Cheers! Kathy Chateau Chantal Traverse City, Michigan Friday, July 30, Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1 Tapas Tours Details at http://www.chateauchantal.com/winery_tasting_room/escal/calendar_of_events.php Chateau Chantal Traverse City, Michigan Saturday, July 31 Winemaker’s Dinner Details at http://www.chateauchantal.com/winery_tasting_room/escal/calendar_of_events.php Lorimar Winery Temecula, California Saturday, July 31 Deek & […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged Chateau Chantal, events, Ferrante, Laurello, Lorimar, Messina Hof, Tarara Winery, Thornton, wine, Winery Tasting Rooms and Cellar Doors | Comments (0)

Dedication Four – A Cougar Crest Estate Wine

July 21, 2010 – 11:07 am

Yesterday, we enjoyed a wine called, Dedication Four 2007 produced by Cougar Crest Estate Winery in Walla Walla, Washington. Dedication Four was a blend of Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The aroma had nuances of fruit with hints of plum. The fruity finish was crisp with mild tannins. Suggested pairings included grilled chicken, grilled […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine Notes | Also tagged Cabernet Franc, charity, Cougar Crest, Dedication Four, Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Syrah, Walla Walla, Washington, wine | Comments (0)

New Commemorative Design for Charles Krug Winery’s 150th

July 19, 2010 – 1:05 am

The Charles Krug Winery is looking forward to celebrating its 150th Anniversary, which will occur in 2011. The winery has been in the Mondavi family for three generation. Today Peter Mondavi Sr. and his sons Marc and Peter, Jr own the Charles Krug Winery. In anticipation of this 150th important event, the Mondavis chose Michael […]

By Kathy | Posted in Wine News/Commentary | Also tagged 150th Anniversary, California, Charles Krug, Michael Schwab, National Historic Landmark, Peter Mondavi | Comments (0)

A Few Winery Events to Visit this Weekend

July 15, 2010 – 9:53 pm

What winery event are you attending this weekend? Below is a sampling of a few winery events. Of course, check out the local wineries in your own backyard to discover what is happening this weekend. Have fun planning your weekend and enjoy summer with friends, family and a glass of wine. Cheers! Kathy Lorimar Winery in […]

By Kathy | Posted in Winery Events | Also tagged Barrel Oak, Chateau Chantal, events, Ferrante, local wine, Lorimar, Lorimar Winery, Messina Hof, Tesoro Winery, Three Fox, Vezer, Wineries/Tasting Rooms | Comments (0)

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Tasting Room Wine Notes

Preserving American Agricultural Land with Vineyards

Winery Events for August 27, 28 and 29

Events at Wineries this Weekend

Laurello Vineyards this Weekend

Mutt Lynch Winery Donates to Dog Charities

Weekend Winery Events at WTT Featured Partners

Dedication Four – A Cougar Crest Estate Wine

New Commemorative Design for Charles Krug Winery’s 150th

A Few Winery Events to Visit this Weekend

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