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Cheers 2 Wine News - January 2008 Issue January 25, 2008 |
Wine Quote
Our latest wine of the month is 2004 Hess Collection, Mount Veeder, Mountain Cuvee This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Malbec, and Cabernet Franc that is estate grown on Mount Veeder. Enjoy aromas of cassis, cedar and mint. Pleasant earthy flavors balance out the rich black cherry highlights. A delightful wine!
Hess Collection Winery is located in a wooded area about seven miles from the town of Napa. The fifteen minute drive to the winery takes you down a beautiful forest road. From Highway 29 take the Trancas Street/Redwood Road exit. Turn left onto Redwood Road and follow this street for approximately seven miles. Hess Collection is located on the left hand side of the road at 4411 Redwood Road. Follow the signs as the road narrows to the left. This winery is known for producing many award winning wines. The wine tasting room is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Be sure to visit their modern art gallery as well. Admission is complimentary. Call (707) 255-8584 for more information about Hess Collection Winery. Los Angeles Area Wineries![]() Los Angeles residents don't need to travel all the way to Napa to enjoy wine tasting at wineries. Locals and visitors to Los Angeles have a selection of wineries that are located in and around Los Angeles. Explore some of these unique wineries and discover some wonderful wines. Los Angeles Area Wineries Top Sparklers for Valentine Toasts
Gosset Brut Excellence Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label Deliciously rich Champagne that is crisp and full flavored. This classical dry Champagne is a blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced with one-third Chardonnay for elegance. It has a fine persistent sparkle and golden Champagne color. ($44.99)
Roederer Estate NV Brut
Enjoy the flavors of pears and apples. Smooth and well balanced. The Roederer Estate Brut debuted in October 1988, and has since established its reputation as one of California's premier sparklers, remaining true to the heritage of excellence and style of its French forebears. ($$19.99 - A BEST BUY!)
Mumm Napa Brut Prestige
A popular, award winning wine offers touches of vanilla and melon, with firm acid and crisp structure. Medium bodied, with excellent mousse and a rich lingering finish An outstanding sparkling wine. ($19.99 - A BEST BUY!)
Scharffenberger NV Brut
An addordable sparkling wine with fresh, crisp tastes of mango, freshly baked bread, and green apples. A lovely wine! ($17.99 - A BEST BUY!)
Dom Perignon 1999 with Gift Box
Dom Perignon is standard for a top quality Champagne. This is a vibrant Champagne with both complex aromas and flavors. Full bodied and rich with earthy and fruity tastes. An outstanding wine that has been rated 96 by Robert Parker. ($149.)
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Copia, 2505 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, California 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. $50 general/$40 member Interactive cooking demo, garden talk and lunch with wine The focus is on Sonoma as COPIA�s experts prepare and discuss specialties from the bountiful county to our west, over an indulgent meal paired with three seductive Sonoma County wines. Menu: Dungeness Crab Bisque � Five Cheese Ravioli with Roasted Butternut Squash, Goat-Cheese Walnut Sauce and Arugula � Blood Orange and Campari Granita. For information call (707)259-1600. More Details January 8: Wine and Food Pairing Class- Lodi Wine & Visitor Center 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM The cost is $50 per person or $35 Lodi Wine & Visitor Center Wine Club Members. Reservations are required. The menu includes Lobster Pumpkin Risotto, Asparagus and Artichoke Greens, Chateau of Beef, and Baked Alaska. For more information,call (209) 367-4727. February 9, 10: 11th Annual Wine & Chocolate Weekend - Lodi Wine Country 11:00 SM - 4 PM. Taste world class wines paired with delectable chocolates at over 30 winery locations throughout the Lodi Wine Country. Be the lucky one to unwrap the "Golden Ticket" at any participating winery and win a Wine Country Giveaway or over 100 other prizes. Call (209) 365-0621. More Detail: January 19, 20: - 16th Annual Winter Wineland - Sonoma County 11 AM - 4 PM. Explore the Russian River Wine Road they celebrate their 16th Annual Winter Wineland. Meet winemakers, taste limited production wines, new releases or library wines. Some wineries will offer food pairings and others will have tours. Ticket price will cover the tasting fee at all of the participating wineries for the weekend. Tickets: $40 Weekend, $30 Sunday Only, $10 for Designated Drivers Ticket prices go up $10 at the door. Advance online and phone ticket sales will end January 13, 2008.
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W.C. Fields
10 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
1. Melt unsweetened chocolate and 3/4 cup butter in the top of a double boiler. Cool to room temperature. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 10 inch Bundt or tube pan.
12 ounces wide egg noodles
1. Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Add noodles, return to a boil, and cook until tender 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and pour into a large serving bowl.
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