Cheers from Steve and Kathy Howe!
"My only regret is that I did not drink more Champagne"
Lord Maynard Keynes, on his deathbed.

Happy Thanksgiving!
If you haven't yet chosen the wine for your Thanksgiving dinner, take a look at the Thanksgiving Wine Picksfrom Cheers2Wine.com.
Top Ten Gifts for Wine Lovers
1. Wine
A bottle or two of wine is always appreciated by wine lovers. A bottle of his or her favorite wine or a totally new discovery is always a fun experience. Choose a wine recommended by us. Or do your own wine search:
2. Wine Decanters
A beautiful wine decanter would make a lovely gift for someone who loves wine. Old wines need a few moments of decanting before serving to ensure that the wines clarity and brillance are not obscured by any deposits that might have developed over time. Decanting gives younger wines the oxygen they need to soften before serving.
3. Wine Refrigerators & Wine Cellars
People serious about wine are interested in protecting their by storing it properly for aging and for serving. There are a variety of products to choose from that will your needs and budget.
4. Wine Opener Buy a practical gift that wine drinkers will use over and over again. There are a wide variety of wine openers to choose from. Some are simple while others are ornate or even high tech. A wonderful choice for those who drink wine.
5. Wine Stemware
Buy wine glasses for the wine lover on your list who will appreciate beautiful glasses in which to enjoy his or her favorite wine. Did you know that you can enhance the flavor of your wine by serving it in glasses especially designed for that type of wine?
6. Vinturi Aerator
You'll find that the wine has a better bouquet, improved flavors, and a smoother finish. Enjoy better wine in seconds with this amazing wine gadget that is convenient and easy to use.
7. Wine Spectator Subscription
Give the gift that continues giving month after month. Each issue is packed full of information on wine, but also includes advice on restaurants, travel and entertaining that you absolutely do not want to miss.
Discover Lodi Wineries
You'll love Lodi at this time of year. There are more than 30 wineries with tasting rooms. Plan a Lodi Wine Tour soon with this online guide to the Lodi wineries.
Visitors to the Lodi Wine Country will appreciate the rural atmosphere and friendly tasting rooms. Wine tasting is usually complimentary. While sampling wine in this area, you may notice the abundance of Old Vine Zinfandel.
Lodi is fortunate to have many old Zinfandel vineyards, which are at least 50 years old. Old vines have fewer and smaller grapes that produce more intense flavors, color, and sugar. The wines are typically more full bodied and complex than younger vines.
Must Visit Lodi Wineries:
Macchia Wine on Peltier Road produces fabulous Zinfandel. If you love bold, spicy Zins, pay this winery a visit.
St. Amant off of Turner Rd. is a small winery that produces a variety of fine wines and our favorite Port.
D'Art located off of Harney Lane is another small winery with outstanding wines. They specialize in red wine.
Vino Con Brio is located on Harney Lane. They have a variety of both red and white wines that you are sure to enjoy. The setting is lovely. It's a great wedding venue and you can also enjoy an overnight stay in their inn.
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Temecula Christmas Light Show
Enjoy a fascinating Christmas Light show from Dec 6 through the New Year when the South Coast Winery have a stunning animated mile long display of Christmas lights orchestrated to music! Take a holiday tractor-pulled ride through the vineyards and listen to Christmas caroling while shopping and wine tasting. This is a memorable Christmas event. Price is $10 per person/children 4 and under are free.
Wine Tasting Coupons
Print Your Own Wine Tasting Coupons...for Free!
As a subscriber to Cheers 2 Wine News you can access our pages of free wine tasting coupons. Some of these coupons allow you to taste for free while others let 2 people sample wine for the price of 1. The password for these pages is:
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Check out Cheers 2 Wine to print free wine tasting coupons for a variety of California wineries.
Cooking With Wine Recipes
"I cook with wine; sometimes I even add it to the food."W.C. Fields
Slow Cooker Chicken

You'll love the combination of savory flavors in this slow cooker chicken recipe. Prepare the meal before you go to bed. Plug in the slow cooker before you leave for the day and return home with this wonderful meal ready to eat.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds red potatoes
1 1/2 pounds skinless chicken thighs
3 leeks cut into bite size pieces
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 cup dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
salt, to taste
1 10 ounce package frozen sweet corn
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
Instructions:
1. Place potatoes in slow cooker. Add chicken, leeks, wine, and approximately 1 teaspoon salt.
2. Cook in slow cooker for 3 to 4 hours on high or 6 to 7 hours on low.
3. Add the mushrooms, corn and cream. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes more. Top with parsley and serve.
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