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...
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...
