by Greg | Aug 6, 2023 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
The La Mancha region lies just to the south and east of Madrid and represents the largest wine region in the world. Characterized by flat plains and long dry summers, the grapes of the region ripen to produce big bold wines. Tempranillo, Bobal, Garndacha and...
by Greg | Jul 2, 2023 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
Santa Barbara County, located on the Central Coast of California, is well known for exceptional wine and not just Pinot Noir. Syrah shines in they Santa Ynez valley and surrounding areas. Santa Barbara’s cool maritime influence and east-west orientation of its...
by Greg | Jun 4, 2023 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
We are thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary wine tasting event that is specially curated for our beloved wine club. Prepare to embark on a personal journey of discovery as we celebrate the captivating allure of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. I don’t think...
by Greg | May 7, 2023 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
Nebbiolo is a red grape variety that is predominantly grown in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy. It is known for producing wines that are high in tannins and acidity, with complex aromas and flavors of cherry, raspberry, tar, and rose petals. These wines...
by Greg | Apr 1, 2023 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
In the world of fortified wines (wines with added spirits), we are mostly familiar with ports. But there is a whole world of fortified wines made in many different styles. We will be exploring sherry and madeira wines from Spain and Portugal. Sherry originates from...
by Greg | Feb 26, 2023 | AWS event, Education, Valley Vine, Wine event
You know those wines that are so unique and special that you couldn’t find enough examples to build a whole tasting around? Those would be the one-offs. We thought, why not do a tasting dedicated just to those wines that are too cool to ignore? This is not your...
