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Finger Lakes Wine Festival
Celebrate the “Taste of the Lakes”, the event of the summer for 2010!
Sip and savor over 600 wines from 80 plus wineries. This three day event will be held July 17th – 19th rain or shine on the grounds of Watkins Glen International in Watkins Glen New York.
The main festival will be held Saturday July 18th and Sunday July 19th with over 80 wineries pouring over 600 local wines. Enjoy cooking demonstrations and culinary classes while sampling culinary delights along with some great wines. Local artists will display their arts, crafts and jewelry. Regional bands will perform live on three stages. A Champagne Breakfast, Tasters Banquet, Brewers Garden, pace car rides will also be available and much more. The event will kick off Friday July 17th from 6:30pm-9:30pm, with “Yancey’s Fancy Cheese Launch of the Lakes”. Join in a Toga Party along with award winning cheese, wine, live music and fireworks to cap off the night. The Main Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 5pm. For more information, specific event times and to purchase tickets visit the web site at: http://www.flwinefest.com Tickets for some events are limited so make reservations early!
Published by admin on February 10th, 2010 | Filed under Up Coming Events | Comment now »Sonoma Artisan Cheese Festival
California’s Artisan Cheese Festival is a four day event to be held March 26th – 29th celebrating handcrafted cheeses, food, wines and beers from California and beyond. Educational seminars, Artisan Grand Gala Dinner, and festive Sunday market place will all be a part of this great event. Offering consumers a chance to enjoy and learn about fine artisan cheeses. Times will vary so for more information and reservations call 707-283-2890.
Published by admin on February 10th, 2010 | Filed under Up Coming Events | Comment now »20th Annual Savor Valley
Join 21 Sonoma wineries March 20th and 21st 2010, sampling 2009 vintage wines straight from the barrel, taste their new releases and award winning wines paired with culinary creations prepared by local chefs. Come enjoy some of the best wine and food Sonoma has to offer. Tickets are $55 and $20 for the designated driver. Event will be held both days from 11:00am – 4:00pm. For more information and tickets call 866-794-9463
Published by admin on February 10th, 2010 | Filed under Up Coming Events | Comment now »Sonoma 32nd Annual Barrel Tasting
Come taste local Sonoma wine along the wine road. Tastings at over 100 wineries for two big weekends, March 6th - 7th and 13th - 14th 2010. Taste wines from the barrel, talk with winemakers, purchase futures and explore the beautiful Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys. Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door. The event will be held from 11:00am to 5:00pm each day. You must be 21 years of age or older. Advance ticket sales end March 1st. For tickets and winery listings call 800-723-6336 or visit http://www.wineroad.com/annualevents/3
Published by admin on February 10th, 2010 | Filed under Up Coming Events | Comment now »Celebrate Napa Valley’s Mustard Season
Visit downtown Napa along the river front to celebrate the Napa Valley Mustard Season. Taste regional foods, gourmet products and mustards from around the world. The event will take place at the Market Place on Saturday March 13th and Sunday March 14th from 11:00am to 5:00pm in downtown Napa at Riverfront, historic Napa Mill and other river walk locations. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. To purchase tickets call 707-944-1133 or visit the Mustard Festival web site at: http://store.mustardfestival.org/eventtickets.aspx
Published by admin on February 10th, 2010 | Filed under Up Coming Events | Comment now »Napa Valley Lighted Tractor Parade
The 14th annual Napa Valley Lighted Tractor Parade will be held in Calistoga after dark on December 5th. Vintage and modern tractors, antique trucks, human powered vehicles and construction equipment from small to gigantic, decorated with dazzling lights, bearing everything from kids to Santa will parade down Calistoga’s scenic main street. A great holiday event that continues to grow every year is perfect for everyone!
When: Saturday December 5th after dark (6:00pm) Where: Downtown Calistoga, main street
For more information call: 707-942-6333 or visit: http://calistogachamber.com/eventscalendar.html
Winter in the Wineries in Calaistoga
Located at the top of beautiful Napa Valley and known as the hot springs resort and spa destination is Calistoga, California. This week begins Calistoga’s Classic Christmas Season with almost 20 local wineries inviting “passport holders” to tour their wineries and tasting rooms, meet the winemakers and taste some great wines. Discounts at several Calistoga restaurants and lodging venues will also be available to passport holders over the celebration weekend.
Winter in the Wineries will be held December 4-6 from 10am -5:00pm with a $40.00 fee charged for passports which can be purchased in advance.
For more information and participating establishments call: 707-942-6333, or visit: http://www.calistogavisitors.com/winterinwineries.php
3rd Annual New York Wine Expo
DON’T JUST ENJOY WINE – EXPERIENCE WINE at the
3rd ANNUAL NEW YORK WINE EXPO.
The 3rd Annual New York Wine Expo, February 26th – 28th 2010,
(28th for trade only) is an opportunity to swirl and sip wines from around the globe.
French wineries and vineyards will have a significant showing this year,
and as always, attendees can continue to look forward to Italian,
German, Australian, and South American favorites. Not to be missed of
course, local New York, Oregon and California wines. In all, the Grand
Tasting offers attendees a chance to sample more than 600 wines from
over 170 winemakers from around the world.
Attend the Expo not just for the sampling, but for the learning
experience as well. To date, seminar presenters include Gloria Maroti
Frazee and Leslie Sbrocco.
WHAT: 3rd Annual New York Wine Expo
February 26th – 28th
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 26, 2010
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, February 27, 2010
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Trade Only
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
PRICE: Save $10 on tickets purchased before February 19
Friday admission: $75 in advance
Saturday admission: $85 in advance
TO PURCHASE: Go to: http://www.NewYorkWineExpo.com
Check web site for regular updates on Seminar schedules and special
guests.
Boston Wine Expo 2010
Touted as the largest trade and consumer wine event in the country, the 19th annual Boston Wine Expo will be held January 23-24 2010. Over 450 international wineries will be pouring 1,800 wines for sampling. Over 15 celebrity chefs will be in attendance cooking gourmet samples for tasting along with recipes to take home. Guided tastings and seminars will be available too. There is also the Grand Cru Wine Lounge, located in a private setting away from the floor, you can relax and sample in an intimate setting. A Meet and Greet the winemaker will allow you to mingle with your favorite winemaker. The event donates money to local charities. The event will be held at the Seaport World Trade Center and tickets are on sale now. For more information visit their web site at: http://wine-expos.com/boston/
Published by admin on November 22nd, 2009 | Filed under Up Coming Events | Comment now »Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
Now is the time to plan special day trips to New Jersey’s many wineries, November 27, 28, & 29th. The annual New Jersey Holiday Wine Trail weekend will be held over Thanksgiving weekend. Plan your own trail, pick your start and finish point. Enjoy some great award winning New Jersey wine! Pick up some holiday wine and gifts along the way. For maps to winery locations and more information visit http://newjerseywines.com .
Published by admin on November 18th, 2009 | Filed under Up Coming Events | Comment now »
