by Greg | Mar 2, 2025 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
We’re excited about our next wine tasting, where we’ll be exploring the remarkable wines of Pessac-Léognan, a prestigious appellation in Bordeaux. Known for its elegant, structured reds and complex, age-worthy whites, this region produces some of the most...
by Greg | Feb 3, 2025 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
First planted in California in the 19th century, Petite Sirah remained a mystery for decades until 1997, when it was identified as genetically identical to the French Durif grape. Though once used primarily as a blending grape in California’s so-called ‘Burgundy’...
by Greg | Nov 4, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
It seems our thirst for delicious Cabernet Sauvignon is insatiable. Fortunately there is a whole world of cabs beyond Napa Valley that are affordable and delicious. Join us for an evening of wine tasting that will feature a handpicked selection of twelve Cabernets...
by Greg | Oct 6, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
The Malbec grape is a thin-skinned red grape that was once planted widely across France. It is still one of the featured grape from the area of Cahors. But the grape really came into its own when it set its roots in the soils of Argentina when French winemakers...
by Greg | Aug 4, 2024 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
Greetings wine lovers. We are thrilled to invite you to a unique wine tasting event that celebrates the rich diversity of Italian grape varietals, but with a twist—they’re not from Italy! Join us for an evening of exploration and delight as we sample an...
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...
