Monthly Archives: May 2007

Favorite Wine Links: Wine Grape Varietal Table Here’s a direct

Favorite Wine Links: Wine Grape Varietal Table Here’s a direct link to Steve De Long’s delightfully geeky new wine-grape chart, a must-have gift for the serious wine hobbyist on your list.

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New Ad Campaign Features Idaho’s Wine Country (FOX 12 Idaho)

New Ad Campaign Features Idaho’s Wine Country (FOX 12 Idaho) Canyon County, Idaho — Idaho is known for its mountains, rivers and lakes, but what some might not know is the Gem State is also a great wine growing region.

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Sangria Recipes Summer is almost here and with it come

Sangria Recipes Summer is almost here and with it come the sizzlin’ summer Sangrias! Sangria, a super summertime wine “punch” with its traditional heritage well rooted in Spain. Typically, Sangria is…

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Brunch for any Occasion- Hands On Cooking Class Sat Jun

Brunch for any Occasion- Hands On Cooking Class Sat Jun 2nd, 2007, Los Angeles Need ideas for Sunday Brunch or want to cook a great meal for friends on a beautiful weekend? Our brunch class is for that late morning … Continue reading

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Sonoma State University to offer wine MBA (KSBY San Luis

Sonoma State University to offer wine MBA (KSBY San Luis Obispo) Associated Press – May 31, 2007 5:34 PM ET SANTA ROSA, Calif. (AP) – Sonoma State University plans to offer a wine MBA starting this fall.

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Alliance Francaise 20th Anniversary Celebration at Chateau Ste Michelle Winery.

Alliance Francaise 20th Anniversary Celebration at Chateau Ste Michelle Winery. Sun Jun 3rd, 2007, Woodinville Alliance Francaise de Seattle, a Center for French Language and Culture, celebrates its 20th anniversary with a gala French menu, lots of Chateau wine, dancing, … Continue reading

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Brunch for any Occasion- Hands On Cooking Class Sat Jun

Brunch for any Occasion- Hands On Cooking Class Sat Jun 2nd, 2007, Los Angeles Need ideas for Sunday Brunch or want to cook a great meal for friends on a beautiful weekend? Our brunch class is for that late morning … Continue reading

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Oregon Wine Grape Industry Growing (AP via Yahoo! Finance) The

Oregon Wine Grape Industry Growing (AP via Yahoo! Finance) The Oregon wine grape industry is raising a glass to itself. According to a new report by Oregon State University released Wednesday, wine grape gross sales increased a record 27.6 percent … Continue reading

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Champagne Masterclass Thu Apr 20th, 2006, Glasgow An indulgent evening

Champagne Masterclass Thu Apr 20th, 2006, Glasgow An indulgent evening comparing ten different styles of Champagne – from grower Champagne, non vintage brands to top Prestige Cuvee labels.

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Wine of the Week: Swanson Vineyard’s Napa Valley Pinot Grigio

Wine of the Week: Swanson Vineyard’s Napa Valley Pinot Grigio 2006 (CA) $21 Swanson Vineyard’s 2006 Napa Valley Pinot Grigio has a light yellow hue and expresses the aromatic nuances of citrus fruits wrapped in honeysuckle. This Pinot Grigio will … Continue reading

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