by Greg | Jul 7, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
Happy Birthday America and Happy Birthday Lisa. In July we celebrate with a great “American” grape – Zinfandel. Zinfandel has a long history in America. It was brought to New York in 1820 by a fellow named George Gibbs from cuttings he obtained in...
by Greg | Jun 2, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
Burgundy, France is famous for their red wines made from the Pinot Noir grape. They have. become the standard by which all are judged. But Oregon has made a name for itself with this grape over the last few decades. So, what is all the hubbub about Oregon Pinot? Find...
by Greg | May 6, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at our next RRVAWS wine tasting! In May we are celebrating the art of “Red Blends.” Red blends offer a harmonious balance of flavors, where different grape varieties come together to create something truly unique and...
by Greg | Apr 8, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
The sixth time is the charm. Yes, we have some Napa Cabernet Freaks in our midst and so we must partake of more from the valley that gives us great wine. There simply is no getting tired of it. Cabernet Sauvignon, the offspring of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc,...
by Greg | Feb 24, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
The Côtes de Bordeaux AOC is made of of four appellations that lie on the right bank east of the Gironde, Garonne and Dordogne waterways. Although it is one of the youngest AOCs established in Bordeaux, the region has been growing grapes as far back as the 2nd...
by Greg | Feb 2, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
Greetings wine lovers. The Red River Valley AWS is starting off the 2024 wine tasting season with a bang. Our next gathering will be featuring amazing sparkling wines from France. When you say French bubbly, the first thing that comes to mind is Champagne. Certainly...
