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In the News (Fri 17 Feb 12)

  
  Virginia Wines - Aged to Perfection
Visiting Virginia's wineries is not only a fun way to learn more about the wine making process, it can also earn you great prizes.
Virginia is producing award-winning wines that compete on both the national and international level.
The film explores Jefferson’s passion for fine wine and the trials and tribulations of his efforts to introduce wine culture and European vines to the U.S. and Virginia.
www.virginiawines.org   (369 words)

  
 Wineries
When prohibition was repealed in 1933, a few wineries reemerged, but they had a lot against them: the majority of vineyards were in a state of disrepair, government restrictions hindered their winemaking traditions, and the few lasting vines had been converted to produce juice grapes.
In order for a winery to use a specific American Viticultural Area on a label, 85% of the wine must be produced from grapes grown within the confines of the viticultural area.
For estate bottling, the winery must be located in the viticultural area, all of the grapes must be from the same viticultural area from vineyards that the winery owns, and the wine must be bottled in the same viticultural area.
www.ohioparks.net /wineries.htm   (4447 words)

  
 Affordable wine rack storage units and unique wine accessories!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Over 150 member wineries from California, Idaho, New York, Oregon, and Washington will be presenting barrel samples, new releases and library samples of American Rhone wines, accompanied by food from Bay area and Northern California artisan producers.
Los Carneros Wineries' most popular event, April in Carneros allows visitors a rare chance to visit some of the smaller wineries that are never open to the public, as well as the good friends at the bigger ones.
Wineries expected to participate will be announced early in 2004 but past participants have included Acacia, Adastra, Artesa, Bouchaine, Buena Vista, Carneros Creek, Castle, Cline, Gloria Ferrer, Homewood, MacRostie, McKenzie-Mueller, Mont St John/Madonna, Richardson, RMS, Roche, Schug, Sonoma Creek, Stemmler, Truchard and Viansa.
www.winestacker.com   (1188 words)

  
 BC Wineries in the Okanagan Valley - the wines and the wine region   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Clusters of wineries and vineyards throughout the Okanagan depend on these water-stirred air currents to moderate local and varying climate extremes.
The Wineries of the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys
You can visit the more rural wineries located in the richly agricultural and rural south during the morning hours, and travel north through the valley to complete your tour.
www.winesnw.com /okanagan.html   (894 words)

  
 Monterey County Wineries
Don't overlook the boutique wineries, or perhaps select a varietal and map your day's travels based on locating the perfect Cabernet Franc, or syrah, or.
Wineries, tasting rooms, and vineyards are all legislated by their local governments and you will find appointments are necessary at some, some limit the number of people allowed through their doors, some charge to taste, some give away the glass, and others throw parties all day.
Smith and Hook Winery is located in the Santa Lucia Highlands of Monterey County, overlooking the fertile Salinas Valley.
www.gomonterey.com /wineries   (712 words)

  
 LookWA
The wineries can be grouped by their physical location into different regions which are: Coastal, Great Southern, Margaret River, Pemberton, Perth Hills and the Swan Valley.
Like the wineries in other regions, many of the Swan Valley wineries also offer fine cuisine with restaurants that are part of the winery.
The Margaret River wineries love to welcome visitors for wine tastings, meals in their first class restaurants, and a stroll around their beautiful grounds.
www.lookatwa.com.au /Wineries/index.html   (499 words)

  
 Amador Vintner's Association - Discover Amador!
Visiting the wineries of Amador County is a delight.
And Amador wineries are easy to reach, nestled between highways 50 and 88 along historic Highway 49.
In Amador County, visitors experience the rich history of a community born of gold that today is flourishing on the nectar of distinctive, world-class wines.
www.amadorwine.com   (210 words)

  
 Hudson Valley Wineries, Winery Listing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The winery's John Jaques Building, named after Brotherhood's founder, provides entry to the winery's network of old subterranean caves, where wines are aged in a variety of oak vessels, some dating back to the 1840s.
The winery is housed in a 19th century dairy barn and Clinton has won statewide as well as national awards.
Featuring 55 scenic acres, the winery is a popular destination for wine tourist in the valley, and boasts a glass enclosed tasting porch with panoramic views of the valley, a fireplace for indoor tastings and year round picnics, and an enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff.
www.hudsonriver.com /winetour.htm   (2698 words)

  
 Texas Wine Trails   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The dream of owning a winery became a reality for Dave Brinkman in 1999, when he planted his first few acres of grapes just south of Kingsland in the Hill Country.
In 2004, his winery was named Best In Competition, and his wines have gone on to wine numerous awards.
Each trail is detailed with descriptions of each winery and insights into the towns along the trail, including information on where to eat, shop, and stay overnight.
www.texaswinetrails.com   (743 words)

  
 Texas Wine Trails -- Wineries   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Within the last few years the Texas wine industry has seen tremendous growth in the number of wineries and the passage of wine-friendly legislation allowing the wine tourist increased access to Texas wines.
Join us in exploring these wineries in locales ranging from the forests of northeastern Texas to the great plains of the West.
A number of wineries have yet to create their own websites, so we have provided a single page presence for each Texas winery.
www.texaswinetrails.com /wineries.htm   (270 words)

  
 Winery Guide Santa Cruz County Central Coast California Santa Cruz Mountains
The number of wineries and the acreage planted in the Santa Cruz Mountains has increased dramatically in recent years as the area has become recognized as a unique grape-growing region.
Each winery will stamp the Passport, and when a completed Passport is turned in, the holder receives a reward.
Passport wineries will be open to stamp your Passport on selected Saturdays in January, April, July and November, as well as during their regular hours.
www.virtualcities.com /ons/ca/c/as/cac37a23.htm   (545 words)

  
 Missouri Wineries & Brewery in Augusta MO - Missouri Wine Country
Augusta Missouri, home to the finest Missouri wineries and wines, was designated the "First United States Wine District" in 1980.
In the 1960's, there was a resurgence in developing wineries in the state of Missouri.
All Augusta MO wineries are open daily year round for tasting, tours, picnics and events.
www.augusta-missouri.com /wineries_brewery.htm   (125 words)

  
 Wineries of Amador   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
When you think of California wineries, Napa and Sonoma are, of course, the places that jump to mind.
Most of the wineries in this region are located in Amador County, which lies south of Lake Tahoe and north of Yosemite, both of which would be beautiful, if crowded, side trips.
Once you're there, most of the wineries are within a short drive of one another.
www.amadorcountychamber.com /Wineries.html   (281 words)

  
 Kansas Wineries
Orchard started by C. and Mary Davenport in 1960.  The winery opened commercially in August 1997.  Dedicated to making good wine from Kansas grown fruit, with minimal intervention, to allow the wine to express itself freely.  The winery is open on limited schedule.  Please phone ahead to check wine availability and sales hours.
This is a production-only winery not regularly open to the public.  Their award-winning wines can be found at retail liquor stores and restaurants in Johnson and Miami Counties.
The vineyard was planted in the Spring of 1998 and now encompasses over six acres and 3,500 grape vines with seven different varieties of grapes.  Sustainable farming methods are used, without the use of pesticides or synthetic fertilizers.
skyways.lib.ks.us /wineries   (1020 words)

  
 Wine Country in Loudoun County, Virginia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Each winery is so unique that it could take days to experience them all properly.
Nestled in the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains and on the bluffs of the Potomac River is Tarara, a 475-acre farm devoted to the art of producing fine wines.
Willowcroft is an internationally acclaimed winery producing small quantities of high quality wine.
www.visitloudoun.org /winecountry.cfm   (629 words)

  
 Bendigo Wine - Home - Shiraz, Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot, Semillon, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Viognier, Sangiovese, ...
The first grapes were planted in the region in 1856 just after the start of the massive goldrushes which brought tens of thousands of hopeful diggers from all over the world to seek their fortunes.
Cellar door outlets are frequently run by members of the family and the atmosphere is casual and friendly.
At quiet times visitors may find themselves chatting with the winemaker or having an impromptu tour of the winery where the new wine is developing in barrel.
www.bendigowine.org.au   (433 words)

  
 Moab Wineries
Visitors can spend half a day enjoying both Moab area wineries and their tasting rooms, or take a quick tour of either one.
Spanish Valley Vineyards and Winery is conveniently located just a few miles south of Moab - the perfect way to relax after a hike in Arches or near Moab.
The winery processes the grape crop of a dozen local growers into 6,500 gallons of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Gewurztraminer.
www.discovermoab.com /wine.htm   (301 words)

  
 Central Coast Tourism Council - Serving the Central Coast of California
The wineries have built on a century-old tradition started by Franciscan friars, who planted the earliest vineyards on the Central Coast.
Visitors to the area are welcome to visit tasting rooms and tour the grounds of wineries ranging in style from large, modern facilities to unique, family-run operations.
Most of the area's wineries are located near major highways and offer spectacular vistas of valley and mountains.
www.centralcoast-tourism.com /wineries.htm   (207 words)

  
 Wine Trail of Lehigh Valley   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The wine trail displays one of the largest wineries in the state, a few mid-sized wineries and several boutique wineries.
Regardless of size, the wine trail wineries have won countless awards of both national and international status.
Whether you decide to visit the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail for a special event or during the wineries’ regular tasting room hours, we are certain you will enjoy the wines, the countryside, the company, and yourself.
www.lehighvalleywinetrail.com   (288 words)

  
 Guide to Minnesota, Illinois and Wisconsin Wineries and award-wining Midwest wines from Alto Pass, Galena, Roselle, ...
The Pomona Winery, located deep in the Shawnee Forest west of Pomona, Illinois, specializes in award winning wines made from southern Illinois fruit.
Located in scenic Alto Pass, Illinois, Alto Vineyards is the largest vineyard and winery in Southern Illinois producing a variety of award-winning wines.
Winghill Vineyard and Winery, the newest winery on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, is located in a large red barn and features a tasting room/gift shop that is combined with an art gallery for talented local artisans.
www.greatriver.com /Wineries/welcome.htm   (1341 words)

  
 Sonoma County Wineries - Plan your wine tasting room tour
Founded in 1880 by Augustus Quitzow, one of Sonoma County's pioneer winemakers, the original winery was built in Alexander Valley’s historic resort town of Geyserville in 1882.
Spend a delightful afternoon with the winery’s knowledgeable and friendly tasting staff who are happy to pour samples from the winery’s portfolio of critically acclaimed wines.
Offering the most comprehensive and truly enjoyable winery experience, Benziger Family Winery is a popular wine country destination.
www.sonoma.com /wineries/index.html   (626 words)

  
 Willamette Valley Wineries   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Wineries also produce Pinot gris, Pinot blanc, Chardonnay, Melon, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, sparkling wine, Sauvignon Blanc, and some Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah.
The Willamette Valley wineries are a popular tourist destination with many bed and breakfasts, motels and fine restaurants available.
An additional advantage for the wine tourist is the proximity of the wineries to Portland.
www.willamettewines.com   (389 words)

  
 Wineries - eLivermore.com
The Livermore Valley is home to 27 wineries and a rich wine history.
The winery building remains, but is not accessible.
The new Ruby Hill building is faced with the bricks from the original winery.
www.elivermore.com /wineries.htm   (431 words)

  
 Wineries - Food and wine - Victoria, Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Victoria boasts over 350 wineries in 22 distinct wine regions.
Enjoy tastings at the cellar door and dine on local produce at winery restaurants.
From the cool-climate varieties of the Yarra Valley to the big reds of Rutherglen, you won't have to travel far to taste fantastic wine in Victoria.
www.visitvictoria.com /wineries   (265 words)

  
 Napa Valley Wineries - Plan your wine tasting room tour
The ultimate film about wine and wine culture, ‘Mondovino’ offers an unprecedented look into the conflicts, conspiracies and alliances of the wine trade.
Hall Winery is dedicated to the production of ultra-premium Bordeaux varietal wines from Kathryn and Craig Hall’s vineyards in Napa Valley and Alexander Valley.
Hall wines are made to capture the essence of each vineyard's distinctive terroir through meticulous cultivation and harvesting practices.
www.napavalley.com /wineries   (546 words)

  
 Winery, Wineries and Vineyard Locator by State for Wine Lovers in the USA
Whether you are searching for wine, wines, winery, wineries, vineyard, vineyards, taste, tasting, tour, guide, locator, or directory by state within the United States, you have come to the right place!
However, there are many smaller wineries (I call them "hidden gems") without large advertising budgets or a well-known name, just awaiting your discovery.
And last (but not least), if you are the owner of a winery or vineyard that is open to the public for tasting, tours or sales (even if only by appointment), and you are not listed here, I have somehow overlooked your site, but I do want to add you to the index immediately.
www.allamericanwineries.com   (1279 words)

  
 Visit Paso Robles wineries - California Central Coast wineries in San Luis Obispo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
From San Luis Obispo wineries with their exquisite Pinot Noir to the renowned Paso Robles wineries and their bold Syrah, VirtualSLO is the ultimate resource for information on all of the wineries of the Central Coast.
Tour the Paso Robles wineries and San Luis Obispo wineries, taste the numerous single varietal wines and inspired blends in the wineries tasting rooms, and stroll through the quiet and rustic vineyards.
Paso Robles wineries and San Luis Obispo wineries offer fine gourmet foods and cheeses to pair with their vintages.
www.virtualslo.com /wines/index.php   (399 words)

  
 B.C. Winery List   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Nearly all of these wineries have wine shops and expect visitors but there are some exceptions and perhaps some seasonal or limited hours for those that do, so we recommend you visit their websites or use the phone number supplied here to contact them before dropping in.
Wineries are invited to keep us updated on their listing information.
For privacy's sake, winery email addresses will not be posted here unless they are already published by the winery.
www.bcwine.com /wineries.html   (223 words)

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