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month | week | day | tableOne of Boise's best celebrations. More than a week of activities surround this event.
The Pittsburgh Wine Festival has announced plans for a spectacular line up of events for the fifth installment of the week-long festival April 22-28, 2007. The Wine Festival, which has been a sold out event every year, is presented by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) and Comcast.
The Wine Festival commences Saturday evening, April 21, 2007 with a magnificent opening dinner at The Carlton Restaurant. During the week there will be informative seminars on wine and food, including the return of Marnie Old, as well as wine dinners in restaurants around town that will pair internationally recognized winemakers with innovative cuisine by local chefs. Private Home Dinners lead up to the signature VIP and Grand Tasting event at Heinz Field.
Wine Camp is a 3 night, 4 day adventure in Long Island's Wine Country. A vacation and life experience.
We provide Wine Campers with a fun environment to learn, while they enjoy wonderful wine and terrific food in an absolutely beautiful setting. The value of the package is quite extraordinary. Use the link below to learn more.
Welcome to l’Ete du Vin, America’s oldest charity wine auction.
Since our inception in 1980, l’Ete du Vin has attracted individuals from around the world with big hearts and a love of wine to gather each summer in Nashville Tennessee to experience and participate in l’Ete du Vin (“a summer of wine”). To date, thanks to the generosity and support of hundreds of donors, wine and food professionals, sponsors, businesses, volunteers and participants, l’Ete du Vin has raised and contributed over $13 million to our cancer related charitable beneficiaries.
Be entertained by guest chefs giving recipe demonstrations, wine seminars, wine tastings and food & wine related exhibitors along with many one-of-a-kind wine dinners held at various restaurants in the surrounding area.
The Friends of the Malden Public Library, in conjunction with Bob McQueen of M&M Liquors of Malden, will hold their 5th Annual Wine Tasting on Friday, April 27th, from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the Malden Public Library, 36 Salem Street, Malden. Sample an incredible array of wines from countries such as Australia, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Chile, and the United States in the Wilfred J. Carr Gallery while enjoying hors d'oeuvres from area restaurants and piano music played by Ed Meradith in the Ryder Gallery. Nonalcoholic drinks will also be available. Wine orders will be taken by representatives of M&M Liquors, with 10 percent of all sales that evening donated to the library.
Tickets are $25 in advance ($30 at the door) and are available at the Malden Public Library Information Desk (781-324-0218) and M&M Liquors (781-322-0033). The event is handicapped accessible.
More than 75 of the world’s top pinot noir producers will gather for one spectacular weekend as Pinot Days visits the East Coast. With 3 days of tasting events, this is a terrific opportunity to try wines you have sought but could not find, all while meeting the winery owners and winemakers.
Corks from more than 200 current release and barrel samples will be popped and ready to taste, along with delicious bites from specialty food purveyors. This is a weekend you do not want to miss. Join us in New York City at the Javits Center Galleria!
Please note: Wine Yakima Valleys 2007 Spring Barrel Tasting weekend will be a ticketed event. To participate in the Yakima Valley Spring Barrel tasting event, simply purchase a Reserve Ticket, which includes your event wineglass. Tickets are $20.00 per person in advance, $25.00 per person at the door. Tickets are non-refundable.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
One of Boise's best celebrations. More than a week of activities surround this event.
The Pittsburgh Wine Festival has announced plans for a spectacular line up of events for the fifth installment of the week-long festival April 22-28, 2007. The Wine Festival, which has been a sold out event every year, is presented by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) and Comcast.
The Wine Festival commences Saturday evening, April 21, 2007 with a magnificent opening dinner at The Carlton Restaurant. During the week there will be informative seminars on wine and food, including the return of Marnie Old, as well as wine dinners in restaurants around town that will pair internationally recognized winemakers with innovative cuisine by local chefs. Private Home Dinners lead up to the signature VIP and Grand Tasting event at Heinz Field.
Wine Camp is a 3 night, 4 day adventure in Long Island's Wine Country. A vacation and life experience.
We provide Wine Campers with a fun environment to learn, while they enjoy wonderful wine and terrific food in an absolutely beautiful setting. The value of the package is quite extraordinary. Use the link below to learn more.
Welcome to l’Ete du Vin, America’s oldest charity wine auction.
Since our inception in 1980, l’Ete du Vin has attracted individuals from around the world with big hearts and a love of wine to gather each summer in Nashville Tennessee to experience and participate in l’Ete du Vin (“a summer of wine”). To date, thanks to the generosity and support of hundreds of donors, wine and food professionals, sponsors, businesses, volunteers and participants, l’Ete du Vin has raised and contributed over $13 million to our cancer related charitable beneficiaries.
Be entertained by guest chefs giving recipe demonstrations, wine seminars, wine tastings and food & wine related exhibitors along with many one-of-a-kind wine dinners held at various restaurants in the surrounding area.
More than 75 of the world’s top pinot noir producers will gather for one spectacular weekend as Pinot Days visits the East Coast. With 3 days of tasting events, this is a terrific opportunity to try wines you have sought but could not find, all while meeting the winery owners and winemakers.
Corks from more than 200 current release and barrel samples will be popped and ready to taste, along with delicious bites from specialty food purveyors. This is a weekend you do not want to miss. Join us in New York City at the Javits Center Galleria!
Please note: Wine Yakima Valleys 2007 Spring Barrel Tasting weekend will be a ticketed event. To participate in the Yakima Valley Spring Barrel tasting event, simply purchase a Reserve Ticket, which includes your event wineglass. Tickets are $20.00 per person in advance, $25.00 per person at the door. Tickets are non-refundable.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
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Sample the wines from Indiana vines on April 28th. Next Day enjoy Hoosier Cuisine Gone Wild! Black tie optional dinner featuring the top wines in six categories. Proceeds to benefit Brown County Community Scholarships.!
Crushpad is hosting its first open house event outside of San Francisco on Saturday, April 28th at Studio 450 (450 West 31st Street). We are inviting existing clients to taste their barrel samples and those interested in learning more about Crushpad to get a taste of Crushpad's global wine community. While we can't bring out the press and destemmer, we can bring out our winemakers, wines, video and whatever else we can fit in our luggage. You'll taste dozens of wines made by clients in NY/NJ/CT and meet some of the most passionate wine enthusiasts in the country.
We are currently limiting attendance to clients, their colleagues, active prospects and people who are really, really into wine. Please RSVP and we'll confirm asap.
On Saturday, April 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., food and wine lovers are invited to enjoy a very special event. Hosted by the Inn at the Pinnacles, in the heart of the Chalone Appellation, the Pinnacles Wine Festival showcases the finest in wine and culinary experiences. This is the only festival which comprises of every wine producer from a wine appellation, paired with an abundance of five-star restaurants, Hog Island Oysters, and much more. It is a rare opportunity to speak with winemakers, chefs and proprietors. In its fourth year, the Pinnacles Wine Festival looks to be more sensory-provoking and breath-taking than ever.
The 2007 Spring Wine and Cheese Weekend, sponsored by our friends at McCadam Cheese, is an incredibly popular event, combining the classic tastes of wine and cheese into one delectable weekend. It is a self-guided tour around beautiful Seneca Lake and a chance to visit up to 31 unique wineries. Start by picking up your gift item and recipe book at your assigned starting winery and receive your first sampling of a new wine release or perhaps a barrel wine sample!
Wineries up and down Dry Creek Valley celebrate the magic of their valley with wine, food, entertainment, and the hospitality for which Dry Creek Valley is famous during Passport to Dry Creek Valley. Many of the wineries involved in Passport create a theme around which they showcase their wine, paired with food and entertainment.
Passport to Dry Creek Valley is held the last full weekend of April each year, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Two-day Passports are $110 per person; Sunday-only Passports are $60 per person. You must be twenty-one or older to participate and no one under twenty-one is allowed entrance into the Passport areas.
Bar-B-Que & Blues All Day!
North Carolina's finest jazz - food - crafts - fun - wines
Back by popular demand! Join Winemaker John Burtka and Winedog Al Herman as they guide you thru the basics of wine tasting. Five varied Cherry Creek Wines will be paired with appropriate appetizers to emphasize the versitility of wine. A great activity for couples and singles alike.
Price: $15 per person
When: April 28th 7:00pm to 9:00 pm
Where: Cherry Creek Old Schoolhouse Winery
Wine Camp is a 3 night, 4 day adventure in Long Island's Wine Country. A vacation and life experience.
We provide Wine Campers with a fun environment to learn, while they enjoy wonderful wine and terrific food in an absolutely beautiful setting. The value of the package is quite extraordinary. Use the link below to learn more.
Be entertained by guest chefs giving recipe demonstrations, wine seminars, wine tastings and food & wine related exhibitors along with many one-of-a-kind wine dinners held at various restaurants in the surrounding area.
More than 75 of the world’s top pinot noir producers will gather for one spectacular weekend as Pinot Days visits the East Coast. With 3 days of tasting events, this is a terrific opportunity to try wines you have sought but could not find, all while meeting the winery owners and winemakers.
Corks from more than 200 current release and barrel samples will be popped and ready to taste, along with delicious bites from specialty food purveyors. This is a weekend you do not want to miss. Join us in New York City at the Javits Center Galleria!
Please note: Wine Yakima Valleys 2007 Spring Barrel Tasting weekend will be a ticketed event. To participate in the Yakima Valley Spring Barrel tasting event, simply purchase a Reserve Ticket, which includes your event wineglass. Tickets are $20.00 per person in advance, $25.00 per person at the door. Tickets are non-refundable.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Check for details
Sample the wines from Indiana vines on April 28th. Next Day enjoy Hoosier Cuisine Gone Wild! Black tie optional dinner featuring the top wines in six categories. Proceeds to benefit Brown County Community Scholarships.!
The 2007 Spring Wine and Cheese Weekend, sponsored by our friends at McCadam Cheese, is an incredibly popular event, combining the classic tastes of wine and cheese into one delectable weekend. It is a self-guided tour around beautiful Seneca Lake and a chance to visit up to 31 unique wineries. Start by picking up your gift item and recipe book at your assigned starting winery and receive your first sampling of a new wine release or perhaps a barrel wine sample!
Wineries up and down Dry Creek Valley celebrate the magic of their valley with wine, food, entertainment, and the hospitality for which Dry Creek Valley is famous during Passport to Dry Creek Valley. Many of the wineries involved in Passport create a theme around which they showcase their wine, paired with food and entertainment.
Passport to Dry Creek Valley is held the last full weekend of April each year, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Two-day Passports are $110 per person; Sunday-only Passports are $60 per person. You must be twenty-one or older to participate and no one under twenty-one is allowed entrance into the Passport areas.
Are you ready to Swing into Spring? Yes, it is the dead of Winter (such as it is in Southern California), but the 2007 Wine Extraordinaire is right around the corner. Mark your calendar for this upcoming showcase of boutique wineries (those producing 35,000 cases or less per year), incredible culinary delights from local restaurants, great deals on wine-related items, a raffle, and a silent auction with incredible prizes, and live entertainment. Start Spring off right with an afternoon to remember! The 2007 Wine Extraordinaire: Swing into Spring will be held on Sunday, April 29, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Hilton Anaheim.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Taste of the Nation Portland is the city’s premier tasting event, featuring 100+ of the best food and drink the area has to offer, a silent auction of unique travel, food and wine items, and live music. 100% of ticket and auction revenues go directly to our anti-hunger beneficiaries.
Taste of the Nation Portland is the city’s premier tasting event, featuring 100+ of the best food and drink the area has to offer, a silent auction of unique travel, food and wine items, and live music. 100% of ticket and auction revenues go directly to our anti-hunger beneficiaries.
There are still seats left for this Monday’s wine dinner with one of our favorite wine makers, Tim Olson. Tim’s a superstar now that he’s had a full page picture of himself in The Wine Spectator, but he’s still a great wine maker and heck of a lot of fun. He will be here with several of his syrah and pinot noir and we’ll supply the wild boar, spring morels, and beefsteak!
Reserve your spot today 732.828.4444 or through the website:
This wonderful restaurant sits on Main Street in the heart of beautiful downtown Watkinsville, Georgia. Maison Bleu just won "Best Food" at the recent Taste of Athens event, and owner/chef Anne Miller-Andersen is excited about her first beer dinner coming up on April 30 at 7 PM. Price will be $40 per person - make your reservations today by calling 706-769-6480. Owen Ogletree will pick a superb beer to go with each delightful course and will be on hand to answer questions. The menu is still in the planning stages, but here is a tentative preview...
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
You are invited to join us for a nationally recognized gala evening and wine auction in support of the programs of the Ann Arbor Art Center. This elegant annual event attracts over 600 wine and food enthusiasts from across the country.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
You are invited to join us for a nationally recognized gala evening and wine auction in support of the programs of the Ann Arbor Art Center. This elegant annual event attracts over 600 wine and food enthusiasts from across the country.
• Taste over 500 wines and spirits
• Savor culinary creations from 30 top-rated restaurants
• Experience the glamour of Chicago's Field Museum
• A silent auction of fine wines and accessories--benefiting America's Second Harvest: The Nation's Food Bank Network--will be held at each event.
THEME: “What Will the Wine Industry Look Like In 10 Years?”
Location: Villagio Inn & Spa, Yountville, California
The 2007 MKF Research Executive Wine Summit is the premier forum for the wine business, bringing together top-level executives to focus on the most critical issues confronting their industry.
REGISTRATION: Interested winery principals and senior executives may request an invitation by visiting the MKF website or emailing Kerry Seastrand or by phone at 707.967.5323. The cost is $950 for the summit and $150 for the gala dinner, which cannot be attended separately. After April 3, 2007 the cost for the Summit rises by $100. Last year was sold out. Capacity is limited.
For the first four days in May each year, the Festival offers a tantalizing experience for anyone who loves fabulous wine accompanied by fine cuisine. And what better way to announce the grape growing season than to hold a Festival during bud break!
Nearly fifty world famous distilleries are located in this area of outstanding natural beauty. More of these distilleries this year will be open to the public, especially for the festival.
May 3 - 6th is our Annual Roll Out The Barrels Weekend! Mark your calendars, get your friends together and plan your incredible weekend to San Luis Obispo Wine Country for a weekend you'll never forget!
The world's largest celebration of Rhone variety wines. Twenty-two varieties. One vision. HdR has been recognized by the press for its serious and playful virtues, as well as its efforts to structure seminars that focus on wine regions, varieties and categories.
THE GREATEST CULT CALIFORNIA CABERNET TASTING IN NEW YORK
New York Wine Guild ••• Sit-down tasting ••• $300 per person
One of the country's finest wine collectors is opening his private collection of Cult California Cabernets for this exceptional New York Wine Guild event!
Questions? Call: 917-763-2022 or Email: info@newyorkwineguild.com
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
You are invited to join us for a nationally recognized gala evening and wine auction in support of the programs of the Ann Arbor Art Center. This elegant annual event attracts over 600 wine and food enthusiasts from across the country.
THEME: “What Will the Wine Industry Look Like In 10 Years?”
Location: Villagio Inn & Spa, Yountville, California
The 2007 MKF Research Executive Wine Summit is the premier forum for the wine business, bringing together top-level executives to focus on the most critical issues confronting their industry.
REGISTRATION: Interested winery principals and senior executives may request an invitation by visiting the MKF website or emailing Kerry Seastrand or by phone at 707.967.5323. The cost is $950 for the summit and $150 for the gala dinner, which cannot be attended separately. After April 3, 2007 the cost for the Summit rises by $100. Last year was sold out. Capacity is limited.
For the first four days in May each year, the Festival offers a tantalizing experience for anyone who loves fabulous wine accompanied by fine cuisine. And what better way to announce the grape growing season than to hold a Festival during bud break!
Nearly fifty world famous distilleries are located in this area of outstanding natural beauty. More of these distilleries this year will be open to the public, especially for the festival.
May 3 - 6th is our Annual Roll Out The Barrels Weekend! Mark your calendars, get your friends together and plan your incredible weekend to San Luis Obispo Wine Country for a weekend you'll never forget!
The world's largest celebration of Rhone variety wines. Twenty-two varieties. One vision. HdR has been recognized by the press for its serious and playful virtues, as well as its efforts to structure seminars that focus on wine regions, varieties and categories.
Sip & Savor ticket holders will be given a complimentary Art Walk wine glass. After stopping to see us at ASHER take time to tour the rest of the Art Walk through downtown Traverse City. There will be appetizers, coffee, chocolate fountains and more. You will also find a little more wine along the way. HOWEVER, some intended revamping of this event may be realized - check the website:
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
You are invited to join us for a nationally recognized gala evening and wine auction in support of the programs of the Ann Arbor Art Center. This elegant annual event attracts over 600 wine and food enthusiasts from across the country.
For the first four days in May each year, the Festival offers a tantalizing experience for anyone who loves fabulous wine accompanied by fine cuisine. And what better way to announce the grape growing season than to hold a Festival during bud break!
Nearly fifty world famous distilleries are located in this area of outstanding natural beauty. More of these distilleries this year will be open to the public, especially for the festival.
May 3 - 6th is our Annual Roll Out The Barrels Weekend! Mark your calendars, get your friends together and plan your incredible weekend to San Luis Obispo Wine Country for a weekend you'll never forget!
The world's largest celebration of Rhone variety wines. Twenty-two varieties. One vision. HdR has been recognized by the press for its serious and playful virtues, as well as its efforts to structure seminars that focus on wine regions, varieties and categories.
Sip & Savor ticket holders will be given a complimentary Art Walk wine glass. After stopping to see us at ASHER take time to tour the rest of the Art Walk through downtown Traverse City. There will be appetizers, coffee, chocolate fountains and more. You will also find a little more wine along the way. HOWEVER, some intended revamping of this event may be realized - check the website:
Join six different wineries in and around Calistoga at this fabulous, annual open house event. Each winery will be celebrating with wine tasting (of course!) in addition to something special such as: barrel sampling, food, live music and/or special deals!
A Culinary Evening with the California Winemasters benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - 2007
One of the nation's largest single-day charity wine auction showcases celebrated chefs and restaurateurs, winery owners and winemakers. Extraordinary silent and live auctions with anticipated net proceeds of $1,200,000 going to benefit cystic fibrosis research programs. Numerous Appellation St. Helena wineries will be pouring their wines, and have donated fabulous wine and event auction lots.
Location: Streets of New York back lot at Paramount Studios, Hollywood, CA
Visit all four Vineyards of Swan Creek on Saturday and Sunday and catch some entertainment, light refreshments, taste new spring wines and shop our wine specials!
Both days
Laurel Gray will celebrate the opening of the expanded tasting room and English gardens and the release of 2005 Sultry,
2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Viognier, Rose 1773 and 2006 Scarlet Mountain wines.
Windy Gap will be offering special sales on merchandise and gift items.
Raffaldini will celebrate the release of 2005 Bella Misto wine.
In Addition – MUSIC on Saturday…
At Buck Shoals
The Lesley Gaither Trio ~ Swing and Jazz Standards ~ 1-5 pm
At Laurel Gray
Scottie and Clyde~ Pop and Cover Tunes ~ 1-5 pm
At Raffaldini
Elena de Angelis and Jeffrey Carlson ~ Opera Duets ~ 1-4 pm
In Addition – on Sunday…
At Buck Shoals
Craft demonstrations by local weavers, painters and other crafters
Craft items available for purchase
At Windy Gap
A guy on the porch pickin’ guitar
Come spend a gorgeous spring weekend with us and experience the award-winning wines of the Temecula Valley wine region. Let our winemakers delight you as they present their favorite wines and the foods that match them perfectly. Sure to exceed your expectations, you're likely to find great Zin, Cab, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Italian & Rhone blends, and more. We're leaving it up to the winemakers to decide! Have fun discovering their unique choices.
Each winery will entertain you in their own special way, which could include live music, bocce ball, barrel tasting, barbeques, organic garden tours, book signings, reserve and future tastings and much more - -come and find out for yourself! Phone toll-free to 800-433-3689
or connect to the website:
Held annually on the grounds of Montpelier, the lifelong home of James Madison, the 4th President of the United States and "Father of the Constitution."
A celebration of wine and art, located on Historic Downtown North Wilkesboro's Main Street
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
For the first four days in May each year, the Festival offers a tantalizing experience for anyone who loves fabulous wine accompanied by fine cuisine. And what better way to announce the grape growing season than to hold a Festival during bud break!
Nearly fifty world famous distilleries are located in this area of outstanding natural beauty. More of these distilleries this year will be open to the public, especially for the festival.
May 3 - 6th is our Annual Roll Out The Barrels Weekend! Mark your calendars, get your friends together and plan your incredible weekend to San Luis Obispo Wine Country for a weekend you'll never forget!
Join six different wineries in and around Calistoga at this fabulous, annual open house event. Each winery will be celebrating with wine tasting (of course!) in addition to something special such as: barrel sampling, food, live music and/or special deals!
Visit all four Vineyards of Swan Creek on Saturday and Sunday and catch some entertainment, light refreshments, taste new spring wines and shop our wine specials!
Both days
Laurel Gray will celebrate the opening of the expanded tasting room and English gardens and the release of 2005 Sultry,
2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Viognier, Rose 1773 and 2006 Scarlet Mountain wines.
Windy Gap will be offering special sales on merchandise and gift items.
Raffaldini will celebrate the release of 2005 Bella Misto wine.
In Addition – MUSIC on Saturday…
At Buck Shoals
The Lesley Gaither Trio ~ Swing and Jazz Standards ~ 1-5 pm
At Laurel Gray
Scottie and Clyde~ Pop and Cover Tunes ~ 1-5 pm
At Raffaldini
Elena de Angelis and Jeffrey Carlson ~ Opera Duets ~ 1-4 pm
In Addition – on Sunday…
At Buck Shoals
Craft demonstrations by local weavers, painters and other crafters
Craft items available for purchase
At Windy Gap
A guy on the porch pickin’ guitar
Come spend a gorgeous spring weekend with us and experience the award-winning wines of the Temecula Valley wine region. Let our winemakers delight you as they present their favorite wines and the foods that match them perfectly. Sure to exceed your expectations, you're likely to find great Zin, Cab, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Italian & Rhone blends, and more. We're leaving it up to the winemakers to decide! Have fun discovering their unique choices.
Each winery will entertain you in their own special way, which could include live music, bocce ball, barrel tasting, barbeques, organic garden tours, book signings, reserve and future tastings and much more - -come and find out for yourself! Phone toll-free to 800-433-3689
or connect to the website:
Held annually on the grounds of Montpelier, the lifelong home of James Madison, the 4th President of the United States and "Father of the Constitution."
Wine on the River at The Springs Restaurant
444 E. San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, Tx
May 6, 2007 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Wines from around the world, hous d'ouevres from local restaurants, silent auction, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations and located on the Comal River.
The cost of the event is $30.00 in advance and $35.00 at the event.
The center website is www.wor.nb-csc.org, our email is communitysvcenter@sbcglobal.net.
Tickets can be purchased and held at the door in will call. The phone number is 830-625-3439.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Nearly fifty world famous distilleries are located in this area of outstanding natural beauty. More of these distilleries this year will be open to the public, especially for the festival.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Join us at Pelican Ranch to celebrate the release of two very special wines, each a blend of three grapes. Trois Amis Blanc and Trois Amis Rouge are Rhône-style wines made in very limited quantities. Be among the first to sample these very special wines. Featuring: Music by classical guitarist Ken Constable & Food by Peggy Crews & Peg Hart. Reservations are not necessary but feel free to phone for more information (831-426-6911).
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Join us at our Ferry Plaza Wine Bar on Wednesday, May 9th, from 4:30 to 7:30, when we welcome Yves Cuilleron, Francois Villard, Yves Gangloff, Jack Edwards, and Morgan Clendenen for our own Hospice du Rhône intensive. These fun-loving French wine producers will be pouring a stunning selection of their Rhône wines as well as some lovely wines that were made in collaboration with Jack, of Miner Family Winery, and Morgan, of Cold Heaven Wines.
FINAL PROGRAM OF THE SEASON: L'Ecole Seven Hills Estate
We know you'll enjoy the great wines and food at the Seattle Wine Society final program of the season. An all L'Ecole Nº 41 tasting card of all outstanding wines - five of the seven rated 90+ - is what one expects from this Regional Winery of the Year.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
The adventure continues with exciting seminars, food prepared by some of the nation's top chefs and wine from the world's best vineyards as well as the live and silent auctions where guests may bid on exclusive travel opportunities, dining experiences and rare and exceptional wines.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
The adventure continues with exciting seminars, food prepared by some of the nation's top chefs and wine from the world's best vineyards as well as the live and silent auctions where guests may bid on exclusive travel opportunities, dining experiences and rare and exceptional wines.
Hosted by Sterling Vineyards, Merlot in May has become an eagerly anticipated annual event for trade, media and wine lovers. No other tasting has a global array of distinctive Merlots in a festival setting, promoting the public’s knowledge and appreciation of Merlot as a varietals. Merlot in May 2006 featured more than 230 Merlots from 130 vintners, representing the wine regions of 9 countries.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
The adventure continues with exciting seminars, food prepared by some of the nation's top chefs and wine from the world's best vineyards as well as the live and silent auctions where guests may bid on exclusive travel opportunities, dining experiences and rare and exceptional wines.
Special offers at participating wineries & lodgings every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Culinary Showdown, Celebrity Chef Demos & Wine Tasting
Sample hundreds of wines from some of the finest Sonoma wineries paired with tastes from Sonoma’s renowned artisan food producers. Enjoy sultry Russian River Pinot Noir, chocolaty Alexander Valley Merlot, earthy Sonoma Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Zinfandels from Dry Creek Valley and rich ripe Carneros Chardonnay with fine cheeses, charcuterie, artisan breads and more. Plus, enjoy the music of Sonoma’s own Bluegrass great, Ed Neff.
Commemorative glass and spring gift at each winery.
This day long street festival will include 100+ fine crafters and a variety of delicious food spread over East and West Main Street. Sit and enjoy wine sampling from many fine Virginia wineries in our wine garden.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Commemorative glass and spring gift at each winery.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Invitation to the trade and media to join us for the only comprehensive tasting of California Cabernet available. Nearly 100 wineries will be pouring samples of their current vintage and offering a sneak preview of what's in the barrel.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Making their first appearances on the West Coast, Austrian winemakers Michael Gross, Franz Hirtzberger, Emmerich Knoll and Claus Preisinger will attend the dinner to provide education on Austrian wines.
Reservations are required.
Call Nell's Restaurant at (206) 524-4044 to make reservations,
or make an online reservation at www.opentable.com.
Follow the "Wine & Wildflower Trail" through the Texas Wine Country in its finest hour. Enjoy the spectacular vistas along with the wines born among the bluebonnets, don't forget your camera, maybe a picnic basket and a few friends. Dally on patios overlooking vineyards while enjoying a picnic with a glass of wine and take in the scenery of vineyards and flowers. Spring in the Texas Hill Country makes you glad you are alive. There is no charge for this trail event.
Over the past ten years the Nantucket Wine Festival has blossomed into one of the region's most celebrated wine and food events. This year's event will be staged entirely in the heart of downtown Nantucket, making all the events within walking distance, including the Festival's most celebrated event - the Grand Tasting. The schedule of activities over the four day period is posted along with the Nantucket Wine Festival auction catalogue.
Join us from 4:30-7:30pm, when we welcome Karen Culler, winemaker for Wolf Family Vineyard