Category Archives: Wine Country Food & Wine

California Wine – Warm reception trumps damp weather – Sierra Vintners

Many of the wineries seized the moment to introduce new wines and burnish the area’s image as being similar to some areas of Italy. Local weather and soil make it an outstanding region for producing Rhone wines such as syrah, Italian varietals such as Sangiovese and barbera, and cabernet franc Continue reading

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Wine Oasis at Lake Tahoe’s South Shore

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Wine – Goes Together Like Wine and Cheese

Wine and cheese have been a match of two staples for centuries.  Today there is an ever increasing number of options for both wines and cheese when it comes to pairing decisions.  It can be a little diffucult to know where … Continue reading

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Wine and Wine Grape Trivia

Some of the best-known grape varietals and their characteristics: Sauvignon Blanc- Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine best known for its grassy, herbal flavors. Sauvignon Blanc is also called Fume Blanc, and is a popular choice for fish and shellfish … Continue reading

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California Wine Events

California Wine Events California-wine-trails continues to search for California Wine Tasting or Wine and Food events for its readers .  Here are 5 wine events to consider putting on your wine tasting calendar. San Jose, California – Gilroy: Comedy Night! … Continue reading

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California Proves to be Tops When it Come to Red Wine Selction

Though it is summer, and it is passing by so quickly, there are plenty of reasons to drink red wine.  California Reds that is!  California is often considered to be the home of America’s largest collection of top-quality wines & … Continue reading

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Wine Country Events – Temecula Valley Wine & Culinary Showcase

Wine Country Events Temecula Valley Wine & Culinary Showcase Join the winery owners, winemakers and growers of the Temecula Valley as we celebrate California Wine Month, Temecula Style! at the first-ever Temecula Valley Wine and Culinary Showcase.   Friday, September 17th … Continue reading

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John Ash’s Summer Grilling Class at Ramekins

John Ash’s Summer Grilling Class at Ramekins Date: Friday August 27th 2010 Time: 6:00 p.m. Cost: $165 Description: In this exclusive hands-on grilling class, Wine-Country cuisine pioneer John Ash will explore techniques for both fast and slow grilling and experiment … Continue reading

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At Friday’s Vineyard BBQ Gala at the Broll’s

At Friday’s Vineyard BBQ Gala at the Broll’s Oh, what a night! About 140 attended the CWA annual barbecue hosted by Bill and Betty Broll, who were gifted with a “wine vane,” awards were presented, and Jim Wolpert praised the … Continue reading

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September 25, 2010 – Chatom Vineyards Harvest Dinner

September 25, 2010 – Chatom Vineyards Harvest Dinner This is Chatom’s final dinner of the year and a celebration of Harvest! Amazing wines and food, fantastic music and good friends…the perfect finale to their Summer Dinner Series! 4-course dinner catered … Continue reading

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