by Greg | Apr 6, 2013 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
With the arrival of Spanish missionaries to South America in the 1500’s came the wine industry. While the wines of Chile today bear little resemblance to the wines of the 16th century, they are producing some extraordinary wines. Don’t miss our next AWS...
by Greg | Mar 3, 2013 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
The Rhone Valley of France is home of some of the most delicious grape varietals in the world. The wines there are blends of Carignan, Grenache, Cinsault, Viogner, Mourvedre, Syrah, Marsanne and Roussane, to name a few. When in Rhone you must try the local wines. But...
by Greg | Jan 25, 2013 | AWS event
Cabernet Sauvignon – a classic Bordeaux grape – has found its way around the world. Join the Red River Valley American Wine Society as we kick off our 2013 tasting season with a sampling of this grape. Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Saturday, Feb 2, 2013, 7-9...
by Greg | Jan 4, 2013 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
Our next AWS event will be the annual meeting on Saturday, Jaunary 12 at 7:00 pm. This will be an informal tasting event hosted by Greg and Lisa Cook. Greg will provide wines for tasting and there will be no charge. Please bring an appetizer or other dish to share. We...
by Greg | Oct 25, 2012 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
The Western Cape of South Africa boasts a 400 year history of wine production. Enjoy the unique flavors of wines from this region on Saturday, November 3. The region boasts traditional grape varieties including chenin blanc, riesling, chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon...
