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Cheers 2 Wine News - February 2007 Issue March 03, 2007 |
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"Now and then it is a joy to have one's table red with wine and roses." Wine of the Month
Domaine Alfred is a young winery whose first vintage was in 1998. They have quickly become known for producing world class wines. In addition to their delicious Pinot Noir, they produce fantastic Syrah and Chardonnay as well. The tasting room, located at 7525 Orcutt Rd., San Luis Obispo, California, is open daily from 10 AM - 5 PM with a $6 charge for sampling their award winning wines. ![]() ![]() Wineries are scattered throughout Lodi and nearby communities. From Interstate 5 go west on Turner Road into Lodi. Your first stop will be Jessie�s Grove Winery. This winery is in a secluded spot where you can taste wine, picnic and even enjoy a concert on summer evenings. They have a big buttery Chardonnay and many other fine wines to sample. Just around the corner on Davis Road, you will find The Lucas Winery. Taste some their wines and enjoy a short tour of their vineyard and barrel room. Back on Turner Road continue going east to reach the Lodi Wine & Visitor Center where you can explore their exhibits, pick up maps, and sample Lodi wines for a small fee. They serve wines made from Lodi grown grapes. Since many wineries from outside the area purchase wines from Lodi, you could well be tasting wine from wineries throughout California. Wine and Roses is right next door to the visitor center making this a good time to stop for lunch. Wine and Roses is a resort and restaurant. The grounds are beautiful and the food is always fantastic. They serve lunch and dinner during the week and brunch and dinner on the weekends. You will enjoy the ambiance created by live music, excellent service, and lush landscaping. After lunch, explore some of the wineries east of Highway 99. One of our favorites is a new winery owned by David and Helen Dart . D�Art specializes in red wines. From Highway 99 exit east on Harney Lane and turn right onto Curry Avenue. All of their wines are great, but be sure to try the Port and the Old Vine Zinfandel. Return to Harney Lane and continue going east to reach Vino Con Brio and Harmony Wynelands. Both are small, friendly wineries that are fun to visit and have a large variety of good wines to sample. If you have time, drive into Lockeford on Highway 88 for a visit to Vino Piazza. Vino Piazza could easily be your single destination for a day of wine tasting. This complex has 12 wineries serving wine. Don�t miss tasting the Old Vine Zinfandel at Macchia. It�s one of the best Zinfandels you will find in Lodi. These small, family owned wineries will delight you with their friendly service and good wines. Plan a trip to the Lodi Wine Country where fantastic wines are waiting to be discovered and enjoyed.
![]() Subscribe Now ![]() Honor Mansion is a recent discovery that we can enthusiastically recommend. This Sonoma wine country bed and breakfast is perfect for a romantic getaway to the Sonoma Wine Country in the charming town of Healdsburg. Situated on an acre in Healdsburg, this uncrowded bed and breakfast has a beautiful setting with so many things to do: swimming, croquet, massage, basketball, tennis, and more. The amenities are amazing. Mark Your Calendars!Friday March 2, 2007: 2nd Annual Northern Sierra Winter Wine & Food Fest - Grass ValleyJoin in the fun of this five-course meal prepared by Nevada County�s finest chefs. The cuisine is fresh, simple, and flavorful. Each course is paired with a wine selected specifically to compliment individual flavors. The menu will feature a range of white varietals followed by reds and a dessert wine. Guests will receive a commemorative wine glass and a food and wine guide that features tasting notes and information about the wineries and chefs. Also includes live music and dancing. The cost is $95 per person or $180 a couple. For more information call (800)218-2188. March 2nd and 3rd: 6th Annual Winemaster's Weekend - Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite Tenaya Lodge's Popular Winemaster's Weekend event will be cohosted with California Fresno State University's Department of Viticulture and Enology. Highlights of this year's agenda include a wine blending competition workshop, food and wine crafting workshop and a five course gourmet wine dinner and more with the award winning wines of Fresno State Winery. For more information call 877-635-5807. More Details March 3rd, 20th, and 17th: Saturday Night Blues Jam - Temecula Miramonte Winery hosts "Saturday Blues Jam" every Saturday from 5:30-8:30 pm. Featuring food, great wines, and some of the best blues musicians in southern California! Nightly cuisine, prepared on the spot by a select rotation of local chefs and restaurants. Bring your appetite, your friends, and a laid back attitude! Call (951) 506-5500 for information. March 16th, 17th, 18th: Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival More than 90 wineries will host a variety of special events throughout Paso Robles Wine Country during the Zinfandel Festival weekend. Winemaker dinners, food pairings, seminars, open houses, auctions, and special tastings are just a few of the activities in store Call (805) 549-9463 information. March 17th and 18th: Napa Valley Mustard Festival - Napa Valley Brillant fields of gold mustard blooming carpets Napa Valley's hillsides and vineyards at this time of year making it a colorful time to visit. This signature event takes place from 11AM - 5PM at Copia, the American Center for Wine, Food, and the Arts. The price is $30 in advance or $35 at the door and includes wine and food tasting. Savor Sonoma Valley - A Barrel Tasting & Culinary Experience Join 19 Wineries that will be showcasing 2005 vintage wines straight from the barrels, sampling new releases, and offering award-winning wines paired with culinary creations prepared by local chefs and restaurants. Meet winemakers, mingle with wine lovers behind-the-scenes, peruse art from local artists and listen to live music. Cost is $50 for the weekend or $20 for Sunday. More Details March 23rd and 24th: The 27th Annual Lodi Spring Wine Show - Lodi Grape Festival Grounds This event takes place from 6-9PM each night and features wine tasting from over 40 wineries throughout Northern California, hors d'oeuvres, music, entertainment and more! Admission is $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Taste some fantastic wine and take home a commemorative wine glass as a souvenir. Enjoy three hours of unlimited wine tasting and more at the Lodi Spring Wine Show. Call (209) 369-2771 for more information. More Details ![]() Easy Wine Recipes Cooking With WineW.C. Fields Serve with French bread 2 lbs. fresh shrimp, cleaned and deveined 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley 1/2 cup dry white wine salt and pepper to taste 1. Saute garlic in olive oil over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Ingredients for Marinating Sauce
2-3 pounds Tri-tip roast Ingredients for Cabernet Sauce
1/3 cup minced shallot 1. Marinate meat for 4 hours (or overnight) in all of the ingredients for marinating sauce. 2. Saute shallot in butter until soft. 3. Add Cabernet Sauvignon and stock and bring to a simmer. Continue simmering on low for 30 minutes. 4. Add thyme, salt, and pepper. 5. Grill the meat on the barbecue or roast in oven at 375 degreees until internal temperature reaches 130 degrees. 6. Slice the meat and serve on platter with Cabernet Sauce poured over the meat.
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