by Greg | Apr 1, 2016 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
Nestled in the Rhone Valley just north of Avignon, France lies the wine region known as Chateauneuf-du-pape. This literally translates to “New Castle of the Pope”. The region is steeped in history and winemaking and produce some of France’s finest...
by Greg | Feb 8, 2016 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
If you love ports, you know how wonderful they can be. I once heard that a nice ruby or tawny port goes well with chocolate, nuts and caramel. So, of course I immediately paired a 20 year old vintage port with a snickers bar and it was a match made in heaven. Ports...
by Greg | Nov 7, 2015 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
There’s something special about the Rhone Valley of France. And in the northern parts the wines are simply incredible. The areas of Cotes Roti and Crozes Hermitage produce some of the finest wines in the world. And it’s no wonder as the vines are grown on...
by Greg | Oct 3, 2015 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
The Rogue River in southern Oregon is a favorite for rafters looking for exciting white water to traverse. Actually the Rogue Valley is comprised of three different valleys that produce spectacular wines – the Bear Creek Valley, the Applegate Valley and the...
by Greg | Jul 30, 2015 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
Cataluña (Catalonia) is located in the north east corner of Spain. The Catalan wine industry is well known as the birth place of cava – the sparkling wine of Spain. Several wine regions in Cataluña have distinguished themselves as producing outstanding wines at...
by Greg | Jun 12, 2015 | AWS event, Valley Vine, Wine event
Summer is for sipping wine on the deck, around the fire or at the lake. But most importantly, summer is for sipping wine with great friends. Join us for our summer sips wine tasting. We will enjoy food, friends and the taste of summer with not so common fruit forward...