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Yats Wine Cellars Holding a Public Wine Tasting of Excellent New-World Vintage Wine in Clark Wine Center on October 23rd
Yats Wine Cellars hold regular ticketed event to help wine novices expand their tasting experience at very little cost. Upcoming is tasting of new-world wines to be held at Clark Wine Center in Clark Philippines on Friday Oct 23rd - September 25, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars
Yats Wine Cellars Opens Wine Shop in Philippines Called Clark Wine Center
Wine lovers all over Asia know of this place and make the trip to Clark Philippines to load up on rare vinage wines that are often cheap in comparison to prices in their home towns. - September 23, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars
The Great Organic Taste of Bavaria’s Lammsbräu Beer Has Arrived in America
Europe's leading organic Craft Brewery, Neumarkter Lammsbrau, enters the American market with two best selling organic beers: Lammsbrau Organic Pilsner and Lammsbrau Organic Dunkel. Lammsbrau, established 1626, was the continent's first certified organic brewery and uses only locally produced organic ingredients for a great tasting beer experience. - September 22, 2009 - Neumarkter Lammsbräu
New Idea for Birthday Gift - Birthyear Wine - from Yats Wine Cellars
What is "Birthyear wine?" It means the year of the wine is the year of birth of the celebrant. So if Grandma was born in 1947 then her birthyear wine gift would be from that same year - 1947. Yats Wine Cellars has those wines. - September 22, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Only Non-California Winery in U.S. to Win Medal in Largest Asian Wine Competition
Purgatory Cellars, a winery based in Illinois, is stepping up on the national and international wine stage with this award. Purgatory Cellars is the only winery in the United States to win an award in this competition that is not based in California. This could be the next up-and-coming winery in the tradition of the movie, "Bottle Shock." - September 05, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
Hi5 & TriBeer Offer Fantasy Football League
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Hi5 and TriBeer are coming together to host a fantasy football league this fall. The league is open to the public at no cost and will feature several weekly prizes in addition to the grand prize of a trophy,... - September 04, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
The Beer Journal Releases Great American Beer Festival Edition
Special Commemorative Journal will help Beer lovers remember the Beers they try during the GABF (Sep 24-26, 2009 in Denver, CO). - September 02, 2009 - The Beer Journal
Eighth Anniversary of Syndicated Wine Radio Show from Las Vegas
Eight years of broadcasting and promoting great food from upscale restaurants and wines from all around the world. - August 31, 2009 - Les Kincaid Enterprises, LLC
Arizona Wine Growers Collaborate to Create Their First Event Located at the Farm at South Mountain
The Arizona Wine Growers Festival at The Farm Debuts with Wine Tasting, Walk-Though Exhibits, People's Choice Competition and Professional Tasting Awards - August 30, 2009 - Arizona Wine Growers Association
Ar Cash Flow Introduces Debt - Free Cash Resource to Upper Hunter Valley Winery
AR Cash Flow is successfully helping small businesses discover creative financing that does not involve going through lengthy bank procedures or sacrificing ownership each time they need cash. Their latest success is with Yarraman Estate Wines in Upper Hunter Valley, which is pleased to have... - August 27, 2009 - AR Cash Flow
Back by Popular Demand, Anderson Valley Brewing Company ("AVBC") Rolls Out High Rollers Wheat Beer
High Rollers Wheat Beer will be available for limited release August 15th in 12oz bottles, 22oz bottles, and draft. - August 14, 2009 - Anderson Valley Brewing Company
Tivoli Wines is Bringing the Taste of Morocco to Texas with the Addition of the ALILI Moroccan Premium Ingredients
Tivoli Wines, a Dallas-Fort Worth based specialty wine and brews store, is excited to announce the addition of ALILI, the award winning Moroccan ingredients line to their collection of specialty products, fine wines, and specialty beer. - August 09, 2009 - Tivoli Wines
Chatham Street Café & Catering Launches Wine Tasting Events
Gayla Bonke, managing partner and chef at Chatham Street Café & Catering (www.chathamstreetcafe.com), located at 140 E. Chatham St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant will offer a wine tasting event on the second Thursday of every month. The event will be held from 6 p.m. to 9... - August 08, 2009 - Chatham Street Cafe & Catering
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Featured in National Magazine
Two midwestern companies have teamed up and proven that you can get quality wine at a great price in a most unlikely place. - August 01, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
Three Year Extension Signed for Vermont Life Wine & Harvest Festival
Vermont Life Magazine and Mount Snow Valley Chamber extend agreement. - July 31, 2009 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
Metropolitan Vintners Acquires NYCWineReport.com to Expand Reach Into NYC Wine Market
Metropolitan Vintners announces the acquisition of NYCWineReport.com, a trusted voice in the NYC wine market for wine reviews, pricing and purchasing information. - July 17, 2009 - Metropolitan Vintners
San Francisco Summer Wine Tasting Series Announced
The dates for the San Francisco Summer Wine Tasting Series in Del Monte Square at The Cannery are announced. San Francisco’s Summer Wine Tasting Series will run every Sunday afternoon from July 19 to August 16 and will feature a different wine region across California each week. The series... - July 16, 2009 - Winery Collective
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Wins Three Medals in Indy International Wine Competition
The Indy International Wine Competition is one of the largest wine competitions in the United States and is the largest competition for fruit wines in the country. All three wines submitted by Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery in this contest won medals. - July 03, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Wins Two Medals in International Wine Competition
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery has always been selective in what wines it enters and in what wine contests. This year, their focus is on the one-of-a-kind Persimmon Solera and recently released Five Buck Huck wines. So far, both wines have won medals in every competition they have been entered in this year. - June 26, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
1705Prime Steakhouse Hosts Wine Dinner Series
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events will host a wine dinner as part of their 1705Prime Wine Dinner Series. 1705Prime’s Chef Paul Schaffer and Rocky Top Hospitality’s partner, the Wine Merchant work... - June 25, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
World-Class Wines Showcased at the South African Food & Wine Festival
Fifteen of the finest wines to come out of the world-renown wine regions of Stellenbosch, Paarl & Robertson Valley, S.A. will be showcased at the 4th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, July 10th, 11th & 12th 2009 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival is a celebration of the culture, food, wine and music of South Africa. Visitors will taste a stellar line-up of wines from Cape Point Vineyards, Mulderbosch and others as well as Grayhaven’s own award-winning wines. - June 24, 2009 - Grayhaven Winery
Summer Wine Party Fun
Take advantage of summer special pricing, and kick off the party season with a wine tasting party. - June 21, 2009 - SWILLparty, LLC
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Wins Five Awards in State Competition
Of the five wines entered by Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery, all of them received medals in the annual state wine competition. - June 20, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
Wine Style Asia Award 2009 Scores Three Firsts
It is the first wine award to receive the new tax exemption incentive on wines to be judged – among other firsts - June 18, 2009 - MP Wine Resources Pte Ltd
What Wine Goes with iPhone? Hello Vino Has an App for That
Wine pairing and suggestion Web site launches free iPhone app to help wine shoppers - June 17, 2009 - Hello Vino, Inc.
The Mash House Brewery Wins Seven Carolina Championship of Beer Awards
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that the Mash House Brewery was honored with seven Carolina Championships of Beer Awards at the seventh annual Hickory Hops Beer Festival in Hickory, N.C. Gold awards were presented to Jack'd up Stout and... - June 13, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Wins Gold in International Wine Competition for One-of-a-Kind Wine
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery has won another gold medal with their one-of-a-kind Persimmon Solera. This sherry-style wine was entered in contests, starting in 2007. So far, it has won a silver medal in Vienna, Austria, the Illinois Governor's Cup for Best Dessert Wine in the State, a 90 point wine rating from the Beverage Tasting Institute, the P.E.A.K. Label of Excellence Award and numerous other gold and silver medals. - June 12, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
Tweet for Tat: Social Media Contest Gives Away More Than Free Wine
One website is changing the rules of internet advertising. By enlisting participation using social networking websites, 'The Wine Whore' has devised an innovative and highly effective way to deliver a message. - June 07, 2009 - The Wine Whore
Imperia UK Awarded Distribution Rights for Moldova’s Milestii Mici Winery
Imperia UK has been given the privilege of becoming the UK distributor for the world famous Milestii Mici wine cellar. Wines from the cellar are considered some of the finest to be produced in Moldova and compare favourably to prestige wines from Western Europe. - June 05, 2009 - Imperia UK Ltd - Fine Moldovian Wine
WinePress.US Winefest 2009 St. Paul, MN July 30, 31 and August 1
This is the 5th annual WinePress.US Winfest. Sign up for two full days of seminars on making wine, growing grapes and more. Seating is limited and so are the discounted pricing, so sign up today. - May 28, 2009 - WinePress.US
Salute Wine + Food Festival Offers Calgarians Entertaining & Affordable Events
Festival organizers challenged international wine makers, celebrity chefs and some of Calgary’s best restaurants and wine boutiques to deliver premium quality at an affordable price. The result is a lifestyle event offering one-on-one access to an exciting world of international wine craftsmen, renowned chefs, fine dining, educational seminars and stylish tastings to be enjoyed by novice and serious wine lovers alike. - May 21, 2009 - Salute Wine + Food Festival
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery Wins Four Awards in an International Wine Competition
Purgatory Cellars/White Owl Winery scored four medals in their first wine competition of the season. This was the first time the silver medal winner, Five Buck Huck has been entered in any wine competition. - May 10, 2009 - White Owl Winery/Purgatory Cellars
Aura Launches Specialist Wine Services
Aura Sustainability Ltd is launching a range of core services that aim to add value to New Zealand wine producers. Sustainability is fast becoming a critical business strategy which is being driven by such factors as consumer expectation, competitor advances, value chain requirements and brand... - May 01, 2009 - Aura Sustainability
Proprietor Trent Ghiringhelli of Heibel Ranch Vineyards in St. Helena, CA Celebrates Release of First Vintage, 2006 Lappa's, Napa Valley Red Wine
Release celebrated with Open House and BBQ at Heibel Ranch Vineyards, Pope Valley, CA on May 16, 2009 from Noon to 4:00pm. - April 30, 2009 - Marshall Lamm
Moldova and the Wine Revolution
Recent events in Moldova have thrust a small Eastern European country into public view; for many this will be the first time that they have heard of the former Soviet State. Although the current politics are complex, a wine importer based in the UK steps forward to explain a little bit about Moldova and suggest why the term “wine revolution” is so appropriate. - April 29, 2009 - Imperia UK Ltd - Fine Moldovian Wine
BoozeMonkey: Online Wine Community Proving Wine Consumers Are Thirsty for More
BoozeMonkey is a rapidly growing community of Australian and NZ wine-lovers which enables members to discover new wines and to make contact with wineries. - April 18, 2009 - BoozeMonkey
Lambloch Estate Wines Looking for Global Distribution
Australian vineyard owned by Rubicon Brands is looking for partners in various overseas markets for their brands Lambloch wines and Bards Drop wines. - April 17, 2009 - Lambloch wines
Ideal Partner Product for Wine and Spirits Industry
Rosinka company is pioneering a new market trend in food and beverage industry. - April 10, 2009 - Rosinka
Bravissimo! 2009 -- Hip Food, Wine, Jazz and Auction Festivities on May 2nd in Sonoma County, California's Dry Creek Valley
Bravissimo! 2009 is kicking off for the first time this year as an annual evening celebration of wine country life and heritage featuring world class food and wine, music and auction festivities on the grounds of the incredible Dutcher Crossing Winery, in Dry Creek Valley, Healdsburg, CA. May 2, 2009, 5:30pm. Visit www.thsbravissimo.com for ticket information and complete details. - March 29, 2009 - Bravissimo! 2009
New Venture to Bring Quality Moldovan Wines to UK Wine Lovers
A new company has been launched whose sole aim is to bring superior Moldovan wine to the UK. The company believes that until now the UK has only been in receipt of the below standard, younger wines and looks forward to revealing the true riches of this former Soviet State. - March 27, 2009 - Imperia UK Ltd - Fine Moldovian Wine
Rootbeerkegs.com Announces New Keg on Campus
Nice Hangover. In the midst of controversy as college presidents debate the legal drinking age to solve alcohol abuse problems on campus, Rootbeerkegs.com proposes a true alternative. Not an alternative to the drinking age, but an alternative to alcohol. Many universities and organizations address... - March 23, 2009 - Root Beer Kegs LLC
WineAndHospitalityNetwork.com Partners with Vineyard Worker Services to Help Industry Workers
Outside the Lines, Inc. (OTL), the Sonoma, CA based Wine & Hospitality Industry consulting firm, has announced that their business & social networking site, WineAndHospitalityNetwork.com (WHN) will be donating a percentage of future event proceeds to Vineyard Worker Services. Upcoming... - March 20, 2009 - Community Cafe & Annex Wine Bar
West Winery Releases Loco Vino Collector’s Series Wines
West Winery is excited to announce the arrival of the Loco Vino Collector’s Series wines. Loco Vino (www.railroadwinery.com) pays tribute to classic American rail service by showcasing extraordinary train images, paired with an exquisite selection of dry and semi-dry wines. - March 05, 2009 - West Winery, LLC - Macon, MO
The Design Group, Miami’s Best Kept Secret & Multicultural Superstars Invaded the South Beach Wine & Food Festival with Their Luxury Designs and High End Interpretation
This year’s Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival has come to a successful end for The Design Group of Miami (TDG), named 2009’s preferred décor and production vendor at the event servicing 14 clients including Food Network, Whole Foods Market who is a new Platinum... - February 26, 2009 - The Design Group Miami
World-Class Wines Chosen at Virginia Wine Showcase™
People’s Choice Medallions to be Awarded to Eleven Virginia Wines. - February 25, 2009 - Farm Wineries council, Inc.
A Lavish Stage Has Been Set by the Design Group Miami at the 2009 Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival
Honoring the Great Wines of Spain with a very Special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Distinguished King and Queen of Spain. - February 20, 2009 - The Design Group Miami
The Wine Whore - Wine Blog Will Work for Wine
During tough economic times, one website has the solution. Will work for wine. In exchange for press samples, Randy Watson posts tasting reviews, news, and other interesting wine related articles. - February 11, 2009 - The Wine Whore
Safeway Launches First-of-Its-Kind Website for Brides Offering Specialty Cakes, Flowers & Wines. Cost Calculator Keeps Party on Budget.
The Seattle Division of Safeway Inc., (NYSE:SWY) today announced expanded growth of its wedding services at a time when brides are looking for ways to stretch their dollars while still having the wedding of their dreams. Safeway stores in the Seattle Division region covering Washington, Montana,... - February 04, 2009 - WedNet LLC
Tastefully American Launches "The Right Wine for Your Food"
Discover the easiest and the most practical way to match the right wine with the right food. Become familiar with the tastiest, most impressive European wines that usually pass under the radar undetected. - January 21, 2009 - Tastefully American
California Wineries Join the Fight Against Drunk Driving
Arrive Alive announces that they have increased distribution in California with additional wineries wanting to reduce customers drinking and driving with the Arrive Alive Alcohol Breathtester. - January 14, 2009 - Arrive Alive