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Events
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Passport to the World of Wine: Muscat
When: Wed Sep 2, 2009 7pm to 10pm
Where: Pierre Lafond Wine Bistro, 516 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Description:
Join us to taste 5 wonderfully aromatic wines
06 Trimbach, Muscat Reserve, Ribeauville, Alsace, FR
08 Robert Hall, Margaret's Vineyard, Orange Muscat, Paso Robles, CA
07 Domaine Gardies, Las Cabes, Vin de pays Cotes Catalanes, FR
06 Grof Degenfeld, Muscat Lunel, Tokaji, Hungary
08 Santa Barbara Winery, Orange Muscat, Santa Barbara County, CA
Chef Nathan is making Grilled Asparagus & Parmesan Strudel, Crab
Salad on Cucumber Disc w Siracha Jelly,
Chickpea Blini w Spicy Sopressatta & Manchego and Grilled Proscuitto
Wrapped Peach.
Last year at Santa Barbara Winery when the first batch of Orange
Muscat grapes arrived from Karry/Mosby Vineyard in Santa Ynez, Ryan
Ralston assist. winemaker announced to all that the "candy" had
arrived.
Everyone has fun at Passport Tastings - Relax and Enjoy try new wines
- and, the price is great $25.
http://www.pierrelafond.com
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Winehound Tasting of Bargain Imports
When: Wed Sep 9, 2009 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: SOhO Restaurant, 1221 state street suite 205 santa barbara, ca 93101
Description:
The usual suspects will be represented: Spain, Australia, and Italy
will have a strong presence, but we may scour France and even
Argentina for great bargains The cost will be $20.00 per person,
which includes appetizers and at least 15 wines. As always
reservations are required, and we have to emphasize that
cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance of the event. Our
commitment to the restaurant regarding the number of guests attending
makes this more important than ever.
Please call us at 805 845 5247 to book your spot on the coveted guest
list! Please note that SOhO cannot accept reservations for this
event; please call the Winehound only.
www.thewinehound.com
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Curtis Winery Open House
When: Sat Sep 12, 2009 12pm to 4pm
Where: Curtis Winery, 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd., Los Olivos, CA 93441
Description:
Come and help us celebrate with a kick off to harvest Open House on
Saturday, September 12th. We’ll have live music from 12pm-4pm, olive
oil tasting from Olio Nuevo and barrel tasting with Chuck and Ernst.
This is open to the public so bring your friends and a picnic and
stay a while! No RSVP necessary.
Contact eliz...@curtiswinery.com for more information.
www.curtiswinery.com
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Bread & Roses
When: Sun Sep 13, 2009 4pm to 8pm
Where: QAD Headquarters at the top of Ortega Hill in Summerland
Description:
Bread & Roses is the Fund for Santa Barbara's largest annual
celebration. It is a time for community organizers, donors,
volunteers, elected leaders, and all supporters of progressive social
change to gather, celebrate our work together and raise money for the
Fund for Santa Barbara's grant-making and technical assistance
programs. This year's event will once again feature a gourmet
buffet-style dinner from our region's finest restaurants, wines from
local vintners and both a live & silent auction...
Tickets are $65 in advance (available ONLY through Thursday,
September 10th). After that, all tickets must be purchased at the
door for $75.
Sliding Scale Tickets are available. (i.e. no one will be turned away
for lack of funds - please just make a donation at the door and join
us!)
Tickets, sponsorships and donations may be made via check, cash or
credit card (VISA or Mastercard). Please call (805) 962-9164 for more
information or to pay by phone today.
http://fundforsantabarbara.org/
==========================================================
Taste of the Town
When: Sun Sep 13, 2009 12pm to 3pm
Where: Riviera Park Gardens, 2030 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, CA
Description:
Join us for an epicurean adventure! The Taste of the Town is Santa
Barbara's original tasting event, featuring savory samples from over
80 of Santa Barbara's finest restaurants and premiere wineries. All
proceeds benefit the Arthritis Foundation. $100 per ticket ($125 at
the door).
http://www.tasteofthetownsantabarbara.com/
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Sustainability is the Future
When: Sat Sep 19, 2009 11am to 2pm
Where: Byron Winery & Vineyard, 5250 Tepusquet Rd, Santa Maria, CA
Description:
The third installment of our Interactive Educational Exhibits details
how our vineyard managers are farming for tomorrow. Join us as we
take an in-depth look at the proprietary sustainable farming methods
we use at all of our estate vineyards. Learn and understand what we
do to help the environment while growing the best vines possible.
This event will be educational and fun. And yes, there will be food
and wine.
Lunch is included. Cost: $50 per person / Wine Club $45.
http://www.byronwines.com/calendar.asp
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FrancFest!
When: Sat Sep 19, 2009 12pm to 3pm
Where: Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard, 1500 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, California 93463
Description:
Join Buttonwood and our fellow francphiles (Longoria, Carr, Foxen,
Brander, Lucas & Lewellen, Alexander & Wayne, McKeon~Phillips,
Sunstone, Sforzando, Silver, Great Oaks Ranch and more) for a
fantastic foray into the fine features of the cabernet franc grape.
Food, fun and a frolic in the vineyard round out the afternoon. Call
805.688.3032 for tickets and information. $25 per person.
http://www.buttonwoodwinery.com/events.html
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Pinot Noir New Release Party
When: Sat Sep 19, 2009 6pm to 9pm
Where: Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery, 6121 E Highway 246, Lompoc, CA. 93436
Description:
Join us in being the first to sample the full line up of all our new
2007 Pinot Noirs, each expertly paired with hors d’oeuvres from
several acclaimed local restaurants. This evening also marks the
release of the exciting new “Block Selections” named after cattle
brands from Bill Foley's Montana ranch and will be the first
opportunity to purchase these highly anticipated wines from our
Winemaker Kris Curran.
Guests of this event will also have the opportunity to taste the
inaugural release of our new Two Sisters label. This ultra-premium
Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, exclusive to the Foley
Tasting Room, is named in honor of Bill & Carol Foley’s daughters
Lindsay & Courtney, and represents the “best of the best”!
In addition during this evening only we will be releasing a limited
quantity of each of the featured Foley Estates & Two Sisters wines
for advance purchase!
Space is limited and tickets are available for $50.00 per person for
our Wine Club Members (Limit of 2 tickets at this price per club
membership) or $65.00 per person for guests.
http://www.foleywines.com/
To reserve your tickets now please call 805.737.6222 ext. 221 or
email Tasti...@FoleyWines.com.
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News & Other Nonsense
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Choosing wines for that Labor Day grill-out
Chicago Tribune
Let's mourn by raising a glass of wine in a salute to the season. What kind
of wine? Depends on your menu. If the fare is zestily spiced ribs, ...
<http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/dining/chi-tc-food-wine-0828-0902sep02,0,3588422.column>
Penfolds Grange Collection Fetches A$138000 at Wine Auction
Bloomberg
2 (Bloomberg) -- A collection of Penfolds Grange, spanning 40 vintages of
Australia's most expensive wine, sold for A$138000 ($114000) at auction
last night ...
<http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601081&sid=av.S8.LrMHgQ>
Save the Memories Wine Cork Trivet Kit
With a twirl and a twist, this wine cork trivet kit is too cute to resist!
An imaginative and delightful way to help the environment by reusing and
recycling your favorite wine corks, this potholder protects your tables
from those hot ...
<http://www.homewetbar.com/save-the-memories-wine-cork-trivet-kit-p-1311.html>
Antique Dung Is Secret Element Behind Lure of Organic Wines
Bloomberg
The 10000 bottles of biologically correct red and white wines that annually
come from Domaine Comoutos are flavorsome illustrations of the ...
<http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601088&sid=aFnBoXHe_U0M>
American Airlines, ReCORK Partner to Recycle Wine Corks
Earth911.com
Although a small wine cork may seem insignificant in the big picture of
waste disposal, reusing these small stoppers prevents the need to further
harvest ...
<http://earth911.com/blog/2009/08/31/american-airlines-recork-partner-to-recycle-wine-corks/>
Family squabble tarnishes Korbel wine empire
San Francisco Chronicle
It's all there: The graying scion of a Sonoma County wine empire throwing
his daughter off the ancestral grounds. A seamy sex scandal. ...
<http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/08/29/MNGM192NBA.DTL>
SIP: 10 Ways in 10 Minutes to a Classier Glass
ABC News
Is life too short to drink cheap wine? Perhaps. But since that's kind of an
academic question for a nation living on a beer budget, here are 10 ways to
make ...
<http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory?id=8435923>
Ins And Outs Of Wine Competitions
Forbes
As a wine director at a restaurant, it's not uncommon to find myself
tasting "in bulk"--say, 80-plus wines in a single day. Usually, I'm
considering the ...
<http://www.forbes.com/2009/08/27/riesling-chardonnay-cabernet-lifestyle-wine-competition.html>
All We Can Eat: Great Wine You Can't Buy Here
Washington Post
In what little spare time she has, she is trying to find representation in
the area's wine stores for her family's wines. If you've never heard of
Whitcraft ...
<http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/08/26/AR2009082602814.html>
==========================================================
"Champagne makes you feel like it's Sunday and better days are just
around the corner."
Marlene Dietrich
==========================================================
Events
==========================================================
Passport to the World of Wine: Muscat
When: Wed Sep 2, 2009 7pm to 10pm
Where: Pierre Lafond Wine Bistro, 516 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Description:
Join us to taste 5 wonderfully aromatic wines
06 Trimbach, Muscat Reserve, Ribeauville, Alsace, FR
08 Robert Hall, Margaret's Vineyard, Orange Muscat, Paso Robles, CA
07 Domaine Gardies, Las Cabes, Vin de pays Cotes Catalanes, FR
06 Grof Degenfeld, Muscat Lunel, Tokaji, Hungary
08 Santa Barbara Winery, Orange Muscat, Santa Barbara County, CA
Chef Nathan is making Grilled Asparagus & Parmesan Strudel, Crab
Salad on Cucumber Disc w Siracha Jelly,
Chickpea Blini w Spicy Sopressatta & Manchego and Grilled Proscuitto
Wrapped Peach.
Last year at Santa Barbara Winery when the first batch of Orange
Muscat grapes arrived from Karry/Mosby Vineyard in Santa Ynez, Ryan
Ralston assist. winemaker announced to all that the "candy" had
arrived.
Everyone has fun at Passport Tastings - Relax and Enjoy try new wines
- and, the price is great $25.
http://www.pierrelafond.com
==========================================================
Winehound Tasting of Bargain Imports
When: Wed Sep 9, 2009 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: SOhO Restaurant, 1221 state street suite 205 santa barbara, ca 93101
Description:
The usual suspects will be represented: Spain, Australia, and Italy
will have a strong presence, but we may scour France and even
Argentina for great bargains The cost will be $20.00 per person,
which includes appetizers and at least 15 wines. As always
reservations are required, and we have to emphasize that
cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance of the event. Our
commitment to the restaurant regarding the number of guests attending
makes this more important than ever.
Please call us at 805 845 5247 to book your spot on the coveted guest
list! Please note that SOhO cannot accept reservations for this
event; please call the Winehound only.
www.thewinehound.com
==========================================================
Curtis Winery Open House
When: Sat Sep 12, 2009 12pm to 4pm
Where: Curtis Winery, 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd., Los Olivos, CA 93441
Description:
Come and help us celebrate with a kick off to harvest Open House on
Saturday, September 12th. We’ll have live music from 12pm-4pm, olive
oil tasting from Olio Nuevo and barrel tasting with Chuck and Ernst.
This is open to the public so bring your friends and a picnic and
stay a while! No RSVP necessary.
Contact eliz...@curtiswinery.com for more information.
www.curtiswinery.com
==========================================================
Bread & Roses
When: Sun Sep 13, 2009 4pm to 8pm
Where: QAD Headquarters at the top of Ortega Hill in Summerland
Description:
Bread & Roses is the Fund for Santa Barbara's largest annual
celebration. It is a time for community organizers, donors,
volunteers, elected leaders, and all supporters of progressive social
change to gather, celebrate our work together and raise money for the
Fund for Santa Barbara's grant-making and technical assistance
programs. This year's event will once again feature a gourmet
buffet-style dinner from our region's finest restaurants, wines from
local vintners and both a live & silent auction...
Tickets are $65 in advance (available ONLY through Thursday,
September 10th). After that, all tickets must be purchased at the
door for $75.
Sliding Scale Tickets are available. (i.e. no one will be turned away
for lack of funds - please just make a donation at the door and join
us!)
Tickets, sponsorships and donations may be made via check, cash or
credit card (VISA or Mastercard). Please call (805) 962-9164 for more
information or to pay by phone today.
http://fundforsantabarbara.org/
==========================================================
Taste of the Town
When: Sun Sep 13, 2009 12pm to 3pm
Where: Riviera Park Gardens, 2030 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, CA
Description:
Join us for an epicurean adventure! The Taste of the Town is Santa
Barbara's original tasting event, featuring savory samples from over
80 of Santa Barbara's finest restaurants and premiere wineries. All
proceeds benefit the Arthritis Foundation. $100 per ticket ($125 at
the door).
http://www.tasteofthetownsantabarbara.com/
==========================================================
Sustainability is the Future
When: Sat Sep 19, 2009 11am to 2pm
Where: Byron Winery & Vineyard, 5250 Tepusquet Rd, Santa Maria, CA
Description:
The third installment of our Interactive Educational Exhibits details
how our vineyard managers are farming for tomorrow. Join us as we
take an in-depth look at the proprietary sustainable farming methods
we use at all of our estate vineyards. Learn and understand what we
do to help the environment while growing the best vines possible.
This event will be educational and fun. And yes, there will be food
and wine.
Lunch is included. Cost: $50 per person / Wine Club $45.
http://www.byronwines.com/calendar.asp
==========================================================
FrancFest!
When: Sat Sep 19, 2009 12pm to 3pm
Where: Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard, 1500 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, California 93463
Description:
Join Buttonwood and our fellow francphiles (Longoria, Carr, Foxen,
Brander, Lucas & Lewellen, Alexander & Wayne, McKeon~Phillips,
Sunstone, Sforzando, Silver, Great Oaks Ranch and more) for a
fantastic foray into the fine features of the cabernet franc grape.
Food, fun and a frolic in the vineyard round out the afternoon. Call
805.688.3032 for tickets and information. $25 per person.
http://www.buttonwoodwinery.com/events.html
==========================================================
Pinot Noir New Release Party
When: Sat Sep 19, 2009 6pm to 9pm
Where: Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery, 6121 E Highway 246, Lompoc, CA. 93436
Description:
Join us in being the first to sample the full line up of all our new
2007 Pinot Noirs, each expertly paired with hors d’oeuvres from
several acclaimed local restaurants. This evening also marks the
release of the exciting new “Block Selections” named after cattle
brands from Bill Foley's Montana ranch and will be the first
opportunity to purchase these highly anticipated wines from our
Winemaker Kris Curran.
Guests of this event will also have the opportunity to taste the
inaugural release of our new Two Sisters label. This ultra-premium
Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, exclusive to the Foley
Tasting Room, is named in honor of Bill & Carol Foley’s daughters
Lindsay & Courtney, and represents the “best of the best”!
In addition during this evening only we will be releasing a limited
quantity of each of the featured Foley Estates & Two Sisters wines
for advance purchase!
Space is limited and tickets are available for $50.00 per person for
our Wine Club Members (Limit of 2 tickets at this price per club
membership) or $65.00 per person for guests.
http://www.foleywines.com/
To reserve your tickets now please call 805.737.6222 ext. 221 or
email Tasti...@FoleyWines.com.
==========================================================
News & Other Nonsense
==========================================================
Choosing wines for that Labor Day grill-out
Chicago Tribune
Let's mourn by raising a glass of wine in a salute to the season. What kind
of wine? Depends on your menu. If the fare is zestily spiced ribs, ...
<http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/dining/chi-tc-food-wine-0828-0902sep02,0,3588422.column>
Penfolds Grange Collection Fetches A$138000 at Wine Auction
Bloomberg
2 (Bloomberg) -- A collection of Penfolds Grange, spanning 40 vintages of
Australia's most expensive wine, sold for A$138000 ($114000) at auction
last night ...
<http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601081&sid=av.S8.LrMHgQ>
Save the Memories Wine Cork Trivet Kit
With a twirl and a twist, this wine cork trivet kit is too cute to resist!
An imaginative and delightful way to help the environment by reusing and
recycling your favorite wine corks, this potholder protects your tables
from those hot ...
<http://www.homewetbar.com/save-the-memories-wine-cork-trivet-kit-p-1311.html>
Antique Dung Is Secret Element Behind Lure of Organic Wines
Bloomberg
The 10000 bottles of biologically correct red and white wines that annually
come from Domaine Comoutos are flavorsome illustrations of the ...
<http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601088&sid=aFnBoXHe_U0M>
American Airlines, ReCORK Partner to Recycle Wine Corks
Earth911.com
Although a small wine cork may seem insignificant in the big picture of
waste disposal, reusing these small stoppers prevents the need to further
harvest ...
<http://earth911.com/blog/2009/08/31/american-airlines-recork-partner-to-recycle-wine-corks/>
Family squabble tarnishes Korbel wine empire
San Francisco Chronicle
It's all there: The graying scion of a Sonoma County wine empire throwing
his daughter off the ancestral grounds. A seamy sex scandal. ...
<http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/08/29/MNGM192NBA.DTL>
SIP: 10 Ways in 10 Minutes to a Classier Glass
ABC News
Is life too short to drink cheap wine? Perhaps. But since that's kind of an
academic question for a nation living on a beer budget, here are 10 ways to
make ...
<http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory?id=8435923>
Ins And Outs Of Wine Competitions
Forbes
As a wine director at a restaurant, it's not uncommon to find myself
tasting "in bulk"--say, 80-plus wines in a single day. Usually, I'm
considering the ...
<http://www.forbes.com/2009/08/27/riesling-chardonnay-cabernet-lifestyle-wine-competition.html>
All We Can Eat: Great Wine You Can't Buy Here
Washington Post
In what little spare time she has, she is trying to find representation in
the area's wine stores for her family's wines. If you've never heard of
Whitcraft ...
<http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/08/26/AR2009082602814.html>
==========================================================
"Champagne makes you feel like it's Sunday and better days are just
around the corner."
Marlene Dietrich
==========================================================
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