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SUMMARY:A Tour of Spanish Wines
DESCRIPTION:A country rich in viticultural history\, grape vines have been grown on the Spanish Iberian Peninsula since at least 3000 B.C.  It was not until 1000 B.C. that winemaking began in earnest – a skill brought by Phoenician traders from the eastern Mediterranean. Today\, the country is home to more vines than any other country and has a national wine output only exceeded by France and Italy. \nHistorically\, winemaking culture throughout Spain was very rustic. Oxidized styles are common as well as the heavy use of American oak for lengthy periods of barrel ageing.  However\, in the past few decades\, Spain’s wine industry has engaged in a great deal of modernization and an embrace of New World techniques. The result has been a significant improvement in quality and reliability. \nTopography plays a fundamental role in defining Spain’s many wine styles. From cool\, green Galicia and the snow-capped Pyrenees in the north\, via the parched central plateau\, to sandy\, sunny Andalucia in the south\, the Spanish landscape is very diverse.  The cool vineyards of the far north and northwest create light\, crisp\, white wines\, exemplified by Rías Baixas and particularly Txakoli.  Those in warmer\, drier regions further inland tend towards mid-bodied\, fruit-driven reds such as Rioja\, Ribera del Duero and Bierzo. Those close to the Mediterranean can produce heavier\, more powerful reds except in higher altitudes\, where reduced heat and humidity allow the production of lighter reds and\, of course\, white sparkling Cava. \nOur tour guide for this event is Federico-Martin Pisani.  Federico\, a Belgium native\, studied international trade as an undergrad.  He also holds a Masters Degree in International Business from UCLM\, Albacete\, Spain.  With this background and an interest in wine\, he’s enjoyed two decades in the industry as Export Manager\, Horticoalba\, Albacete; Export Director at Morgante SL – Bodegas Cristo de la Vega\, Albacete/Socuéllamos/La Mancha; and now the Export Director at Neleman Organic Vineyards\, Valencia. \nOur event Friday\, November 10th at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg features ten wines\, five from Federico’s organic portfolio and five from Keystone Importer’s portfolio in order to examine wines from Spain’s major regions and best-known grapes. \nSpanish wines demand Tapas—yes?   So\, accompanying our wines is Manchego\, Prosciutto Grapes\, Spiced Almond Chorizo\, Olives\, Heirloom Tomato Puff Pastry and Beef Empañadas with Chile Sauce. This sounds like a great menu! \nPlease inform us of any food allergies well in advance in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurer with concerns. \nReservation deadline is Tuesday\, November 7th . \n      Member —$80 \n      Patron —$75 \n      Nonmember —$100 \nYou may MAKE RESERVATIONS via the SHOPPE PAGE of this website. \nPlease note any food allergies EARLY in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurers with concerns. \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/a-tour-of-spanish-wines/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:French Cru Beaujolais
DESCRIPTION:Get onboard with Beaujolais! \nThe Beaujolais region is a classified district within France with a centuries-long history of favor among kings and commoners—highly valued.  Then\, for the past 20 years\, nobody’s gonna’ touch it. \nHappily for the bargain hunter\, its fall from favor has not caught up with the recent decades of unheralded work by its farmers and wine makers!  To the wine cognoscenti\, the Cru of Beaujolais are suddenly (and probably temporarily) among the few ‘bargains’ available in French wines. \n? What happened to bring Beaujolais down to this new low? \n? How do you sort the brilliant jewels from the dirt clods? \n? How do you read the labels? \n? What does a great one taste like? \n? And to the Foodie\, when I get my hands on a great bottle\, what do I pair with a great Beaujolais for just snacks or dinner? \nHappiness guaranteed!   All mysteries and your personal questions resolved; your taste buds and food-related questions answered on the plate before you.  If the delight of Beaujolais has escaped you and you have questions\, bring ‘em on!  Join Eric Miller as he shares and relives his youth in the back roads of French wine country.  Relax and show up for uncommon values and some of the most fun wines in the world! \nThe Crus of Beaujolais are stand-alone AOCs representing the region’s very best vineyard land. The wines are high-quality\, reflecting individual terroirs and showcasing the great potential of the Gamay grape.  Across the board\, these are structured\, complex wines with spicy aromas and the potential to age well. \nWe showcase these wines Friday\, October 20th—7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg.   You don’t want to miss this one.  Guaranteed GREAT wines\, GREAT food\, GREAT humor and entertainment from the man—Eric Miller\, vintner\, author and GREAT guy. \nIn consultation with the Hilton Chef\, we plan three small plate food pairings to complement these wines: \n Salmon Brandade with Croûton ~  Frisée with Duck Confit\, Pomegranate and Chèvre ~  Grilled Pork Loin with Cherry Demi-Glace \nPlease inform us of any food allergies well in advance in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurer with concerns. \nReservation deadline is Tuesday\, October 17th .  We are limited to 36 participants due to the number of bottles Eric stashed.  I’d say this isn’t one to wait if you want to savor the best of the best Cru Beaujolais.  To sweeten the deal Eric is providing several door prizes.  Don’t miss this!             \n      Member —$115 \n      Patron —$110 \n      Nonmember —$135 \nMAKE RESERVATIONS by going to the Shoppe Page of the website. \nPlease note food allergies in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurers with concerns. \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/french-cru-beaujolais/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE to Register for French Cru Beaujolais
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URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/deadline-to-register-for-french-cru-beaujolais/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Wines of Sunny Greece
DESCRIPTION:It’s easy to miss Greece as a wine gem because not that much Greek wine is exported.  Greeks love their wine just as Italians do; and   90% of production is consumed in Greece.  Most know Greece has a long\, rich winemaking history\, yet Greek wines are often passed by simply because we don’t know much about them—and fear we can’t pronounce the grape names to ask about them.  So being risk averse to what the bottle may hold—we move onto our comfort zone and take home another Italian red or French white. \nBEFORE you err and pass by this event though\, you may want to review some key points about Greek winemaking.  First\, the wines of Greece are truly European. This is not just an issue of provenance but a matter relating to style and quality. They are a part of the premier European wine league and in terms of quality they belong to the same class as Italian\, Spanish\, French\, Portuguese\, German and Austrian wines. \nGreece should be approached in the same way as Italy: a large country packed with indigenous varieties and terroirs not found anywhere else. The Greeks and Italians have influenced each other when it comes to wine more than many might think\, trading varieties (such as Aglianico) and techniques for centuries. \nMost importantly\, Greece is a treasure trove of genuine\, authentic wine. It’s a part of the country’s history and is imbedded in the soul of every Greek man\, woman and child. Just like Italy. \nGreek wines are expressive of their distinctive and historic terroirs\, bearing all the hallmark characteristics of their Old-World provenance. Hence\, the wines are a must-try for all people wishing to explore and taste the wines of the essential vineyards\, the grand terroirs of the world.  \nHistoric vineyards with unbroken track records of several millennia abound.  Many of these distinctive ecosystems developed through natural selection and are located in areas protected from most vine pests and vine diseases. Therefore\, the vast majority of Greek vineyards are suitable for organic cultivation or other alternative methods of viticulture and chemical spraying has been largely eliminated. \nGreece is blessed with an amazing array of distinctive and unique terroirs. Greek wine is very distinct and is able to transfer you to the place of its production. The alternation of mountains and countless miles of coast create a varied combination of altitudes\, different mesoclimates\, orientations\, inclinations\, aspects and soils. Within a single region there might be several different available terroirs. \nGreek wines are some of the best value-for-money buys in the world market today. Along with great quality and affordability\, these wines are an inspirational\, truly different proposal\, based on unique attributes.  They are a superb source of enjoyment for people who are offended by blandness and who understand the need for diversity. Greek wine has been made to meet that need since long\, long ago. \nSo\, check it out—join us on Friday\, September 29th at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg to taste ten wines representative of the variety available from these unique Greek wine regions.  Mitigating our fear of tasting new wines and being unable to say the grape names will be our special guest speaker\, Ioannis G. Tsapos (Yanni).  Yanni\, who is a Greek native\, will take us through a 10-wine sampling chosen by John Brinjac of Keystone Importers\, including some unique wines not on the shelves but available by SLO.  We’re excited to share them with you: \n \n\nZoinos Brut 100% Debina\nTetramythos Roditis Orange Natur\nTetramythos Retsina Roditis\nAvantis Estate Malagousia\nKotrosos Agiorgitiko\nGavalas Santorini Assyrtiko\nBosinakis Moschofilero Mantinia\nTetramythos Phelloe Natur 50% Mavrodaphne\, 25% Kalavratino and 25% Agiorgitiko\nFoundi Naoussia Xinomavro\nGavalas Vinsanto (Assyrtiko)\n\nTrust us—the wines are as beautiful as the Greek countryside.   There will be Greek food to pair with the wines for a true cultural learning experience.  Hilton Chef’s small plates will include Grilled Pita\, Grilled Feta\, Hummus\, Spanakopita\, Chicken Souvlaki\, Lamb Lollipops w/Chimichurri or Mint Yogurt. \n Please inform us of any food allergies well in advance in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurer with concerns. \nReservation deadline is Tuesday\, September 26th. \n      Member —$95 \n      Patron —$90 \n      Nonmember —$115 \nYou may MAKE RESERVATIONS via the SHOPPE PAGE of this website. \nPlease note any food allergies EARLY in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurers with concerns. \n  \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/the-wines-of-sunny-greece/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:South African Wines
DESCRIPTION:Too quickly dismissed by some\, South Africa is undoubtedly one of the world’s most dynamic wine producers. So\, if your experience of South African wines is from a party ten years ago\, it’s time to take another look!  This wine line-up has fresh\, crisp\, acidic whites and robust smooth reds worth exploring. \nEstablished South African winemakers re-emerged onto the international scene in the early 1990s\, following the demise of the apartheid era.  New wines\, new wineries\, highly qualified winemakers\, and even new regions have appeared steadily ever since. All of this makes South Africa more exciting than ever\, but more complicated\, too.  And that’s why we recruited an expert to guide our tour—Kevin Ostrowski\, PWS member and wine tour guide extraordinaire!   Kevin is American Wine Society’s Western Pennsylvania Regional Ambassador\, Chapter Chair of the AWS Beaver County\, PA\, chapter\, and member of the AWS Education Committee. \nAn AWS Certified Wine Judge\, Kevin is a Certified Specialist of Wine with the Society of Wine Educators\, holds a Wine and Spirits Education Trust  Level 3 Award in Wine and Spirits (with Merit)\, and has completed level 1 Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers. Kevin has    vetted most of these wines; with our tasting team suggesting a few extras (you know… we couldn’t help it).  In addition\, Kevin has toured South Africa’s wine areas and brings personal stories to enrich the presentation and transport us all briefly to this beautiful wine region. \nIn South Africa\, the sustainability initiative is encapsulated by a San word\, hannuwa.  It is a collective word suggesting a life of harmony and plenty; in other words\, success in sustaining life. Hannuwa expresses the wine industry philosophy embodied in the pledge signed by producers: to farm sustainably; to be a custodian of the land and preserve it for future generations; to nurture a culture of respect among the people who work on the farms and in the cellars; to promote an environment of dignity\, equality and upliftment for all; to protect the unique and valuable biodiversity of our winelands; and to safeguard the rich heritage of South Africa’s winelands. AND they make some excellent wines! \nOn Friday\, August 18th at 7 PM—Hilton Harrisburg\, our wine tour begins with a sparkling greeting wine made in traditional style from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.  Following the bubbles\, we’ll start the program and get serious with the whites.  South Africa boasts some of the world’s great Sauvignon Blanc\, and we have two! \nSouth Africa though\, to many\, suggests Chenin Blanc.  South African Chenins are quite different from French—almost always dry\, but ripe and full of flavor (often with the complexity that comes from the increasingly sought-after old-vine fruit).  We think we’ve narrowed it down to two we want you to try.  (BTW\, one is old vines and lovely!) \nWe’ll move gently to reds with a Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé you’ll likely recognize\, but perhaps haven’t tried because lesser-known regions are sometimes passed by.  And since it’s summer—a second rosé of—guess this one—Pinotage.  You can’t object because no tour of South Africa is complete without Pinotage.  For many it is a love-it-or-hate-it grape.  It is a South African creation (1926) of ‘parents’ Pinot Noir (which imparts its strawberry aromas and lovely texture in young wines\, and more complex\, farmyard characteristics in the more mature)\, and Cinsault\, which adds spice and body. Whether you love or not the grape\, we bet you’ll love this rosé! \nOur first red is another widely planted noble grape–Pinot Noir.  We follow with a Cabernet Franc we found to be like no other we’ve had from anywhere in the world—and it’s so interesting we had to include it\, you understand.  To finish the reds flight we have\, of course\, chosen a Pinotage from the Western Cape.  Pinotage continues to evolve into a plethora of different styles meaning there’s never been a better time to explore\, or revisit\, it.  Seriously.  Join the fun here! \nEqually enjoyable as the wines will be foods native to South Africa. Hilton Chef Bianco is preparing in house the following foods for us.  Isn’t he fabulous to do this for us?! \n\nBiltong (similar to beef jerky)\nPiri-Piri Chicken (grilled with red pepper seasoning but not too hot)\nBoerewors on the Braii (beef sausages) w/Apricot Dijon Sauce\n\nThese small plates will be accompanied by palate cleansing bread or toasted crostini.  Please note any food allergies in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurers with concerns. \nYou may make reservations via the Shoppe Page of this website.    Reservation deadline is Tuesday\, August 15th    \n      Member —$70 \n      Patron —$65 \n      Nonmember —$90 \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/south-african-wines/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:La Strada del Vino
DESCRIPTION:On Friday evening\, June 16 at 7:00 pm at the Hilton Harrisburg\, we will be experiencing a special event featuring nine carefully selected wines from Italy. We will be pouring four white wines and five red wines representing eight different wine appellations from seven different Italian regions (states). \nOur wine road in Italy will cover Piedmont and Emilia-Romagna in the north\, Tuscany in central Italy and Abruzzo\, Campania\, Puglia and Sicily in southern Italy. \nThe Wine List   \n ~Whites~ \n Villa Sparina Gavi DOCG del Commune di Gavi 2020. Piedmont. Gavi is known as the white wine jewel of southern Piedmont.  It is the showcase for the Cortese grape. This wine comes from an area that is only 30 miles north of Genoa\, Christopher Columbus’ home town in Liguria.  This Gavi has always been integral to the identity of Villa Sparina. It has a unique strength and exquisite freshness that is a true expression of the appellation. 100% Cortese. James Suckling 91 points. \nCantina Sanpaolo Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2020 Claudio Quarta. Campania. Most Italians believe the greatest expression of Fiano comes from the hills around Avellino east of Naples in Campania. I agree. The winery sits on top of a hill surrounded by vineyards and woods populated by wolves. This wine comes from a single vineyard. It is full of flavor and is pale straw yellow in color. It has a typical herbaceous scent that is well reflected on the palate\, together with a quality of freshness. 100% Fiano. \nCantina Zaccagnini Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC 2020 Il Bianco di Ciccio. Abruzzo. When you sip this wine\, you can clearly understand why Trebbiano is the most widely planted white grape in Italy. This wine is medium straw yellow in color. On the nose it is intense and fragrant with a focused bouquet mainly of white-fleshed fruit with hints of citrus and dried fruit. On the palate it displays freshness with a flavor of citrus.   100% Trebbiano d’Abruzzo. \nOttosoldi Gavi DOCG 2021. Piedmont. This wine is a bright and juicy Gavi with ripe lemon\, peach and apple fruits highlighted with a whisper of herbs. Really well-textured on the palate with lifted acidity lending length on the finish. It is a dynamic and versatile white made from organically grown grapes. 100% Cortese. James Suckling 92 points. \n~Reds~ \nPoggio Anima Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC 2019 Asmodeus. Sicily. This wine is dark garnet in color. It has notes of ripe plums\, leather\, garrigue and pepper on the nose. This Asmodeus displays ripe black cherry and a touch of candied berry on the palate. The finish consists of fruit sweetness and a licorice note with soft gripping tannins to hold it all together. 100% Nero d’Avola. \nTre Monte Romagna Sangiovese Superiore IGT Campo di Mezzo 2020. Emila-Romagna. Made with organically farmed grapes\, this young red has inviting aromas of wild berries\, eucalyptus and tilled earth. It is bright and easy but also delicious.  It features juicy red cherry\, crushed raspberry and star anise set against polished tannins and lively acidity.  100% Sangiovese di Romagna. Vinous 91 points\, Wine Enthusiast 90 points. \nPoggio Anima Primitivo – Salento IGT 2019 Lilith. Puglia. This wine is opaque ruby. It displays smoked meat\, dried cherry\, cracked pepper\, and cassis on the deeply scented nose.  It is medium to full-bodied with berry cobbler flavors showing a liqueur-like intensity with an anise note coming up with air.  The smoke and cassis notes carry through on the finish\, which also features dusty tannins. This is a wine of real intensity and concentration. 100% Primitivo. \nTenuta Degli Dei Tuscana IGT 2019 Le Redini. Tuscany. Le Redini impresses with its energy and vibrancy. Plum\, mocha\, gravel\, spice and licorice are all beautifully delineated. With the 2019 vintage\, Le Redini has an extra kick of energy that is just compelling. It’s a wine of extreme pleasure.  90% Merlot\, 10% Alicante. James Suckling 94 points\, Vinous 93 points \nPoggio Landi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2017. Tuscany. A certified-organic wine\, this 2017 Brunello di Montalcino shows a graceful and delicate side with wild cherries\, blue flowers and warm earthiness. The wine is silky and smooth on the palate\, with hints of crushed mineral or limestone. Fresh acidity fuels a long   finish. 100% Sangiovese Grosso. Wine Advocate 93 points\, Wine Spectator 92 points. \nThis will be the ONLY PWS Italian wine event for the year. You will not want to miss this exceptional tasting. Join us for an evening enjoying some of the finest wines Italy has to offer. We will also have a selection of fine cheeses and Hilton baguettes. \n  Member—$65                                          \n  Patron—$60                                   \n  Nonmember—$85   \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/la-strada-del-vino/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:The Wonderful World of Waltz Wines
DESCRIPTION:What does this impressive beast have to do with putting better wines in your glass?  To find out—join us on Friday\, May 19th at the Hilton Harrisburg. \nThe Waltz team has prepared a special event—more than a tasting.  Here are 7 key features for  you: \n\nEnjoy an educational presentation supported with slides and video content showcasing what’s new at Waltz Estate Vineyards.\nTaste new wines made by 7th generation Zach Waltz\, graduate of Cornell’s oenology program.\nLearn about the mysterious Gregoire GL7.4\, and how it improves wine production from vine to glass.\nRelax and comparatively taste\, not just the familiar\, but a full lineup of White\, Rosé and Red wines.\nGet FREE passes for visiting the Waltz tasting room to check out future selections!\nWin Waltz Library Wines! Wines no longer available for purchase—some that you may have purchased and should have aged\, but were too impatient to stay the path.  Join us to get your hands on one of those older bottles which is now drinking prime!\nEnjoy pairing wines with Hilton Chef Bianca’s special nibbles plates to accompany our wines.  For the whites: Seared Sea Scallop Garlic and Honey\, Bowtie Pasta in a white wine cream sauce\, Herbed Cheese Crostini and Arugula.  For the reds: Sauteed Mushroom with a Cabernet Demiglaze\, Beef Brochette with Bleu Cheese\, Dark Chocolate Truffles.\n\nIt will be a great evening.  Please come help us celebrate this four-time PA Wine Excellence Winner! \nWaltz Vineyards is committed to using only their estate-grown fruit. The vineyard team works diligently throughout the year shoot tucking\, thinning\, leaf pulling and weeding to assure vines produce top quality vinifera wine grapes.  The boutique winery utilizes the most modern wine-making technology imported from Italy. \nMany of the wines are finished in French oak barrels sourced from some of the top coopers in France. Each barrel is ordered to be charred specifically for the type of wine to be made. Throughout the year\, a rigorous barrel maintenance program is maintained to protect and preserve the beautiful cooperage. If you’ve seen the barrel room\, you know. \nWaltz has always meticulously maintained all their processes to make great wines.  I can’t recall ever seeing a cleaner crush pad or barrel room! \nHere’s what we’ll be tasting Friday\, May 19th: \n2022 Sauvignon Blanc \n2019 Sémillon \n2021 Fusion \n2021 Old Line Chardonnay \n2019 Reserve Chardonnay \n2021 Stiegel Rosé \n2019 Baron Red \n2019 Cabernet Franc \n2019 Cherry Tree Merlot \n2019 Crow Woods Cabernet Sauvignon \nI know many of you are excited about this event.   For those of you who have not tried these wines\, you will be surprised and delighted.  Find out what hard work in the vineyard and the cellar means for you the consumer.  Enjoy Waltz Vineyards Estate Winery’s bold reds\, intriguing whites\, and a most captivating rosé guided by the actual grower and winemaker.  \nMake note that the reservation deadline is Tuesday\, May 16th so don’t delay.  Go to the Shoppe Page to make Reservations! \nMember Reservation: $70                \nPatron Reservation: $65 \nNonmember Reservation: $90 \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/the-wonderful-world-of-waltz-wines/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:SHERRY - Spain's Unique Gift to the Wine World
DESCRIPTION:How can Sherry become hip to the consumer of the 21st century?  Most of us recognize Sherry as a very old wine growing region (the area’s winemaking has its roots back as far as 3\,000 years ago) and as a sweet style of wine. \nBut Sherry is not just sweet – it has a diversity of styles – from dry to sweet.  And with that diversity in wine styles\, Sherry has the ability to pair with a wide range of foods.  So\, if Sherry is so great with food why hasn’t there been a Sherry revolution?  Is it too complicated? Too many styles? \nCertainly its rarity on wine store shelves\, and often being lumped in with dessert wines contribute to the misunderstanding of Sherry. \nSherry is a versatile beverage and our event on Friday\, April 21st at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg will showcase this versatility.  Sherry makes a killer cocktail so we will sample two cocktails.  The first cocktail will be made with a dry style of sherry – served at the beginning of the evening.  The second cocktail will be made with a sweeter style sherry – served at the end of the evening. \nIn between we will have six Sherry wines –  ranging from dry to sweet – with three small plates of food. \nFINO \n   Lustau Fino Jarana \nMANZANILLA \n  Bodegas Hidalgo La   Gitana Manzilla   Pasada Pastrano \n AMONTILLADO \n  Bodego Hidalgo La   Gitana Amontillado   Napoleon \n PALO CORTADO  \n  Gonzalez Byass Palo Cortado Leonor \n OLOROSO \n  Williams and Humbert Oloroso Don Zoilo \n PEDRO XIMÉNEZ (PX)    \n  Lustau Pedro Ximénez San Emilio \nThree plates of food: \n1) Almonds\, Olives\, Manchego Cheese \n2) Spanish Tortilla (potatoes\, onion\, egg) and Croquetas de Jamon (Spanish Ham Croquettes) – Pescetarian Substitute for Croquetas de Jamon is Garlic Shrimp \n3)  Mushroom Risotto \nPlease send any food allergies and requests for substitution WITH YOUR Resevations\, or if you forget then send to the Assistant Treasurer’s email or via the website contact form.  Click here to email. \n  \nThere are so many topics to discuss about Sherry – in addition to an introduction to the solera system for aging Sherry we will touch on: \n\nSherry Casks – highly valued for use in aging other alcoholic beverages.\nVintage Sherry – a very small percentage of production.\nSherry Labeling – if there is no vintage listed\, how do we know how old it is?\nRecent changes to the rules governing the production of Sherry\n\nPlease join us for this informative and enjoyable event. \n    Member:  $100 \n    Patron:  $95 \n    Nonmember:  $120 \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/sherry-spains-gift-to-the-wine-world/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Women and Wine (In Person Event)
DESCRIPTION:Today’s Women and Their Wines – an in person tasting of nine wines! \nSpring is upon us and what’s a better way to celebrate the longer and warmer days than tasting exceptional wines produced by women in honor of Women’s History Month?  Join us March 26 at 2 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg for a celebration of women and wine (and spring!). \nThere were three guiding principles for our wine selection process for this event: \n1) Quality – Every wine is rated 90 points or higher by a recognized wine critic or organization and was approved by our tasting group as a top-notch wine.  The female winemakers creating these wines are all lauded in the industry as among the best winemakers of any gender! \n2) Availability – Every wine is available (as of this writing) through the Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores or on its website\, although not all wines are in every store.  Our goal was to let you run out and buy (or order) your favorites from the tasting. \n3) Variety – The wines are from different grapes made in different styles from regions around the world.  From a California sparkling to a robust Pacific Northwest Cab\, we’ll taste a full range of wines. \nAt the event\, you’ll be greeted with a Brut Rosé from Schramsberg’s winemaker\, Jessica Koga\, whom I had the pleasure of chatting with recently.  I’ll share her insights on her road to winemaking and her wines at the event. \nWe’ll move on to four excellent white wines\, all of which would be heaven sipping on the back deck on a warm spring afternoon or paired with a light summer meal.  We’ll taste a Pinot Grigio from Italy (Elena Walch); a Grüner Veltliner from the Lehigh Valley (Sarah Troxell of Galen Glen); a McBride Sisters New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and a White Burgundy (Veronique Drouhin-Boss of Joseph Drouhin wines). \nBut not to be forgotten are the reds\, those that are perfect for food or drinking alone.  Come sample an Australian Shiraz (2014 Australian Winemaker of the Year Louisa Rose); an Argentinian Malbec from the renowned Susana Balbo; a California Zinfandel (Queen of Zin\, Carol Shelton) and finally a Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Kate Michaud of Double Canyon).  Imagine any of these reds with summer grilled meats or even a juicy burger and you’ll remember that summer isn’t just for white wines! \n Registration deadline is Tuesday March 21st. \n Member Reservation: $70 \nPatron Reservation: $65  \nNonmember Reservation: $90 \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/women-and-wine-in-person-event/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230129T140000
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SUMMARY:The 20th PA Wine Excellence Awards Event - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT – Reservations closed Tuesday\, January 24th at 5 PM\nThe event on January 29th is actually a celebration. Not only will you be tasting the top eleven Pennsylvania wines as judged by our PA Wine Society panel\, but we will be doing this for the 20th time. I still remember the beginning – dedicated\, excited\, hesitant\, hopeful. We experienced all of those emotions as we sought to recognize and encourage the Pennsylvania wine industry. \nThe changes and improvements over 20 years have been remarkable.  I know you will want to try the current top ten. While you taste you will hear from winery representatives who will talk about how the wines were produced and perhaps refer to the development of their wines over those 20 years. \nWe honor the top scoring wine with a beautiful plaque that the winery can display until next year\, and then awarding the runner up wine with a framed document for display. The runner up will be the top scoring wine from the opposite color of grapes.  For instance\, if a red is the top winner\, the runner up will be the top scoring wine made from white grapes. \nA list of the top eleven wines (in alphabetical order) follows.  Yes\, eleven versus ten this year as there were tied scores.  I know you will want to join us for this event at the Harrisburg Hilton on Sunday\, January 29th at 2 p.m. when we reveal the top wine and celebrate each of these wines with the winery teams. \nIf your mantra has been\, “I don’t like PA wines” let this event change your perspective.    Click here to reserve seats online.  RESERVATION DEADLINE is Tuesday\, January 24th at 5 p.m.  \n  \nCassel Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2016 \nChaddsford Sparkling Semillon 2020 \nKaramoor Estate Cabernet Franc 2017 \nKaramoor Estate Meritage 2017 \nLong Shot Desert Rose 2021 \nPresque Isle Wine Cellars Eskimo Kisses 2020 \nSouth Shore Wine Co. Sparkling Riesling 2020 \nSouth Shore Wine Co. Gruner Veltliner 2019 \nStony Run Winery Pinot Noir 2019 \nStony Run Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2020 \nWaltz Vineyards Estate Winery Baron Red 2019 \n  \n Member Reservation: $60                \nPatron Reservation: $55                \nNonmember Reservation: $70
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/the-20th-pa-wine-excellence-awards-event/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221204T120000
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SUMMARY:Champagne Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Last Day to Register – Sunday\, November 27th\nGoing\, going\, gone!  Seats to the Champagne Brunch on December 4 are almost sold out and the time to buy the remaining seats ends soon.  You do not want to miss this Champagne and small plates event at Greystone Public House.  The Champagnes have been specially selected to pair with the gourmet food of Chef Jason Viscount.   In selecting the Champagnes\, we focused on affordable but high-quality small house wines and not the mass marketed Champagnes that are ubiquitous around the holiday season.   We also sought variety in style (from Extra Brut to Demi-Sec) and in grapes (100% Chardonnay to blends featuring Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir).  This event is for the Champagne aficionado as well as the novice.  Join us for food\, fun and most importantly CHAMPAGNE!   Register today at pawinesociety.org! \nMENU \n Gathering & Greeting \nGaston Chiquet Tradition 1er Cru \n\nSmoked Salmon Rillettes with Everything Bagel Crostini \nDrappier Brut Nature \n\nSpicy Korean Cauliflower Wings\, Chogochujang Sauce\, Baby Cilantro\, \nCucumber Ginger Salad \nWaris Hubert Lilyale Blanc de Blancs Zero Dosage \n\nCorn Fritter\, Fried Oyster\, Horseradish Crème Fraiche\, Chives\, \nPetite Herb Salad \nAndre Jacquart Vertus Experience Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru \n\nSmoked Duck Breast\, Creamed Wild Rice\, Pecan Cranberry Chutney \nRuinart Champagne Brut Rosé \n\nFrench Pear Tart\, Almonds\, and Blue Cheese \nPiper Heidsieck Champagne Demi Sec Cuvée Sublime \n  \nInclude any food sensitivities and allergies to be considered in the “notes” section of your online reservation. If you have any questions about the menu\, please email treasurer@pawinesociety.org.  We can help you with special needs. \nCurrent COVID 19 vaccination proof is required to confirm event reservations.   Safe distancing and safety precautions as well as Greystone’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests. Precautions will be based on any CDC or PA DOH reported geographic regional exposure risk at the time of the event. \nReservation DEADLINE is Sunday\, November 27th at 5 p.m.  Click here to reserve seats online. \n    Member Reservation: $120             \n    Patron Reservation: $115                  \n    Nonmember Reservation: $140
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/champagne-brunch/
LOCATION:Greystone Public House\, 2120 Colonial Rd\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Social
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE to register for Champagne Brunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/deadline-to-register-for-champagne-brunch/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informal,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221023T130000
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SUMMARY:Armstrong Valley Wine & Dine
DESCRIPTION:RESRVATIONS CLOSED October 16th.    Check out our other upcoming events!\n  \nOur October tasting event is coming up soon at the award-winning Armstrong Valley Vineyard and Winery\, so get your tickets\, for another memorable afternoon of great food and wine! \nThe event is Sunday\, October 23rd\, from 1-3 p.m. and will include six of Armstrong Valley’s award-winning wines: Chardonnay (un-oaked)\, Sauvignon Blanc\, Cabernet Sauvignon\, Cabernet Franc\, Armstrong Red (Bordeaux blend)\, and Pinot Noir.  \nArmstrong Valley Vineyard and Winery (http://armstrongvalleywinery.com) is located a scenic 40-minute drive north of Harrisburg\, in Halifax\, PA.  Enjoy the fall foliage on the way!  The winery resides on 100 acres of historic farmland dating back to 1769. Robert Armstrong\, namesake for the valley area and the creek that runs through the property\, started the homestead\, which includes a main stone house\, barn\, summer kitchen\, outhouse\, tack house\, icehouse\, granary and stable. \nThe original property was given to Robert Armstrong by the Penns (probably as payment for military service) and included roughly 200 acres. All the wines are made in the 200 year old bank barn. \nRenowned Chef Loic Jaffres will prepare small plate tapas including an onion and brie tart for an appetizer\, lifter steak (beef) with mushroom sauce as an entrée along with rice pilaf with carrot Vichy and caramelized cabbage as sides\, followed by carrot cake with caramel sauce for dessert. \nChef Loic brings a lifetime of French culinary skills to our event. In the 18 years leading up to his recent retirement\, he owned and operated his own French restaurant in Maryland. \nThis is my first time hosting\, so please let me\, Barry Einsig\, know if you have any questions or suggestions at barryceinsig@gmail.com. \nHope to see you there. \n100% COVID 19 vaccination proof is required to confirm event reservations.   Safe distancing and safety precautions will be followed based on any CDC or PA DOH reported geographic regional exposure risk at the time of the event. \nReservation DEADLINE is Sunday\, October 16th at 5 p.m.  Tables may be reserved via communication in your online reservation notes or to the Treasurers.  Click here to reserve seats online. \n   Member Reservation:  $65 \n   Patron Reservation:  $60 \n   Nonmember Reservation:  $75
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/armstrong-valley-wine-dine/
LOCATION:Armstrong Valley Vineyard & Winery\, 212 Rutter Rd\, Halifax\, PA\, 17032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220624T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220624T210000
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SUMMARY:Vino Italiano
DESCRIPTION:On Friday evening\, June 24 at 7:00 pm at the Hilton Harrisburg\, we will experience a special event featuring nine carefully selected wines from Italy. We will be pouring four white wines and five red wines representing nine different wine appellations from seven different Italian regions (states). Our wine tour of Italy will cover Piedmont and Veneto in the north\, Tuscany in central Italy and Campania\, Molise and Sicily in southern Italy. We will also have a beautiful wine from Sardinia that kind of defies the easy geographical labeling of the rest of Italy. \nOne thing that is easy to say about Sardinia is that it’s a perfect place to grow its preferred wine grapes. Our wine from this island will be a Vermentino.  Most Italians will tell you the very best Vermentino comes from Sardinia…and this one is delicious. It is a crisp white with a tantalizing taste of lemon. \nWe will be pouring an Arneis from Piedmont. This is a smooth and flavorful white from a native grape of the region produced by Damilano. region produced by Damilano. They are a prestigious\, family-owned winery that we were fortunate to visit. Their wines are fantastic! \nSicily is Italy’s largest region (state) in both population and land area. It has more vineyard land than any other region. Our white from Sicily is 100% Carricante. This grape produces a lively\, crisp wine with lots of minerality; not surprising considering Sicily’s volcanic soil. \nOur last white is a beautiful and very interesting wine from Campania east of Naples. It is made entirely from Coda di Volpe. The translation is Tail of the Fox. That is the grape. I’m wondering how many of you have ever had that wine?! Well\, you will experience it at this event! \nOur first red in the lineup is a very nice Nero d’Avola from Sicily. It is Sicily’s most prominent native grape. This wine is deep and rich with black-fruit flavors and a hint of exotic spice. \nOur next red is from Molise. How many of you have ever heard of Molise…probably not too many\, let alone taste wine from there. This is a nice little gem. It is 85% Montepulciano. This is a red grape that grows mainly along the east coast of Italy. But it doesn’t grow near the City of Montepulciano. Go figure. \nOf course\, we couldn’t have an Italian wine event without having reds from Tuscany. We have two. If we have two reds from Tuscany\, then one has to be a super Tuscan…and it is. It is Toscana Rosso from Altesino. My wife and I had an opportunity to taste this wine at the winery. \nWe really loved it. It has a Sangiovese base\, 80%\, with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot. Sangiovese is the noble grape of Tuscany but both Cab Sauvignon and Merlot grow very well here and their acreage is increasing. \nWe go back to northern Italy for our next red. It is from Zenato in Veneto located in northeastern Italy. It is a wine you don’t see very often. It is 100% Corvina. While Corvina is the leading grape of Veneto\, it is virtually always included in a blend with Rondinella and Molinara\, also sometimes with Oseleta.  Zenato is a leading winery in Veneto and this is one of their best wines. It is very expensive but worth every penny. \nOur last wine is from Tuscany. It is a Chianti Classico DOCG from the heart of the greater Chianti area. This wine is 100% Sangiovese made by Castello di Bossi. This estate has been producing wine since the ninth century AD. It is located in the southern section of the Classico appellation near Siena. The grapes for this wine are from a single vineyard\, Bossi. The grapes are grown at an elevation of 1\,155 feet with a southwestern exposure facing Siena. \nThis will be the ONLY PWS Italian wine event for the year. You will not want to miss this exceptional tasting. Join us for an evening enjoying some of the finest wines Italy has to offer. We will also have a selection of fine cheeses and Hilton baguettes. \n100% COVID 19 vaccination proof with follow-up 14-day waiting period completion is required to confirm event reservations.   All CDC and PA DOH distancing and safety precautions as well as the Hilton Harrisburg’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests. \nTables of 4 persons each may be reserved via communication in your online reservation notes or to the Treasurers.  Click here to reserve seats online.  Hope to see you there. \nMember Reservation—$60 \nPatron Reservation—$55  \nNonmember Reservation—$70 \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/vino-italiano/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Wines of Grandview Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the Pennsylvania Wine Society Virtual Wine Education topic for Sunday afternoon May 15th at 3:30 pm Eastern/New York time\, when we will feature the wonderful wines of Grandview Vineyard. \nIf you have not tasted wines from Grandview Vineyard\, then make a point of joining us on Sunday\, May 15th at 3:30 pm. We will be joined by the winery’s co-owner Sarah Haines\, as she walks us through an overview of the history and wines of her second-generation family owned and operated Pennsylvania winery! \nDuring this tasting\, we will feature three wines from Grandview Vineyard: Albariño\, Chardonnay\, and their award-winning Grande Rouge. These wines are offered at a 15% discount and may be shipped to your location. Tasting notes on the wines and purchase and pricing details follow. \nThe three-bottle kit is titled “PWA Virtual Wine Tasting Collection” and is now live on the Grandview Vineyard website shopping page. \nTo purchase\, go to http://www.grandviewwines.com/shop \nChoose your preference – Tasting Room Pick-Up\, Ship to PA\, or Ship to another State. \nClick on Wine Kits and Gift Sets to find the PWA Package \nThe full retail price before discounting is $95. Use Coupon Code “PWA2022”\, which will bring the price down to $79.99 (plus tax / shipping).  When you add the kit to your online cart\, it will say $95\, but when you check out\, you will be able to enter a coupon code\, which will apply the 15% discount and reduce the price. \nAll orders placed for shipment must be placed by Thursday May 5  to guarantee arrival. Pick up orders can be placed online or in the tasting room any time prior to the May 15th event at: 1489 Grandview Road\, Mount Joy\, PA 17552. Call to reserve order for pickup (717) 653-4825. \nAfter the tasting (and\, until May 19)\, this 15% discount will be extended. \nPlease remember to use the Coupon Code “PWA2022” for 15% off all wines!  \n 2020 Albariño \nDry White\, 0% sugar\, 13.1% alcohol \nThe Albarino is similar to a Sauvignon Blanc\, without the grassy notes on it. It is much more citrus driven and is a bright\, zesty wine with hints of lemon and refreshing citrus flavors. \nThe Albariño is the premier white wine in Spain\, grown primarily in the Rías Baixas\, in Galicia. These grapes thrive in misty\, cool climates. \nSuggested pairings: Albariño pairs well with seafood\, i.e. white fish\, seafood\, grilled vegetables\, citrus/high acidity foods. Grapes grown at Grandview Vineyard. \nSteel fermented. First planted in 2011\, Replanted in 2013. First harvest in 2016. First release was the 2016 Albariño in summer 2017. \n2017 Chardonnay \nDry White\, Dry  0% sugar\, 12.6% alcohol. \nToasty oak and buttery notes with ripe peach and pear flavors. \nAwards: 2014 Bronze Medal from the San Fran International Wine Competition. \nSuggested pairing: rich foods with higher fat content\, buttery/nutty or cream sauces\, Salmon\, seafood with butter\, grilled chicken. \nGrapes grown at Grandview Vineyard.  Fermented and aged/stirred on the lees in oak barrels (mostly French oak) for approximately 9 months. \nLees refers to deposits of dead yeast or residual yeast and other particles that precipitate to the bottom of the barrel after fermentation and aging. Normally the wine is transferred to another container (racking) leaving this sediment behind. Some wines (notably chardonnay) are sometimes aged for a time on the lees (a process known as sur lie) leading to a distinctive yeasty aroma and taste. The lees were stirred every 2 weeks in order to promote uptake of the lees’ flavor (toasty\, nutty “hazelnut” quality and gives additional depth and complexity to the wine). \n2016 Grand Rouge  \nDry Red\, Dry 0% sugar\, 13.1% alcohol \nOur flagship estate wine. Dark and jammy fruit-like scents fill the nose on this big wine\, packed with elegance and bold notes of black current\, cocoa/mocha on the tongue with hints of pepper. The Grande Rouge has soft tannins throughout and is an overall very pleasing dry red. A blend of 48% Merlot\, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon\, 16% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot. \nSuggested pairing: Higher fat content meats\, such filet mignon\, beef brisket\, pork\, dark meat turkey. \nAged 21-22 months in French oak barrels. \nAwards: The 2013 Grande Rouge was submitted to San Fran National Wine Competition and won a double gold. This means that all judges voted unanimously for it to get a Gold Medal. Grandview was the 1st winery east of the Mississippi to win this award in the Bordeaux category in over a decade and\, according to their website\, it has only ever happened one other time in the 36 years of holding the competition! \nPlease join us at the Zoom link below on Sunday\, May 15th at 3:30 pm Eastern/New York time for an enjoyable hour with a trio of wonderful wines from Grandview Vineyard! \n_________________________________________________________________________________ \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82797082509?pwd=UE1UdmhqeXZsM29PV0o5eUc3a3ZyUT09 \nMeeting ID: 827 9708 2509 \nPasscode: 481959 \nOne tap mobile \n+13017158592\,\,82797082509#\,\,\,\,*481959# US (Washington DC) \n+13126266799\,\,82797082509#\,\,\,\,*481959# US (Chicago) \nDial by your location \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) \nMeeting ID: 827 9708 2509 \nPasscode: 481959 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kPGq7pdPf
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wines-of-the-vineyard-at-grandview/
LOCATION:Wherever YOU Connect with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educational,Virtual via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania Wine Excellence Tasting and Awards Ceremony XIX
DESCRIPTION:20 years ago\, Frank Fritsch told me he thought we should be doing something to recognize the Pennsylvania wineries. He especially felt we should encourage them to make the kind of wines we like to drink. I had learned a lot about judging wines from attending American Wine Society conferences and a few other wine events that involved a jury\, so that we made a good pair. We put together the first judging which was a great success and then presented the top scoring wines at a tasting. We’ve had the judging and a tasting event every year since until Covid came along. \nThis year we will have our presentation of the top ten wines along with our ceremony where we announce the top scorer and the runner up. We will also hear from the winery representatives who will tell us about conditions in the vineyard\, as well as decisions made in the winery that led to their outstanding wine.  Attendees will taste the top 10\, and at the end of the afternoon we will announce the winners. The top scorer gets our beautiful decorative plaque to hang on the wall at the winery; the runner up is awarded a framed plaque.  Come and enjoy the tasting\, be pleased by what Pennsylvania has to offer\, and cheer the winners! \nThe top 10 wines in alphabetical order: \nArmstrong Valley Cabernet Franc \nArmstrong Valley Chambourcin \nBella Terra Estate Briar Valley Lemberger \nPresque Isle Lake Erie Teroldego \nSouth Shore Sparkling Riesling \nSouth Shore Chardonnay \nSouth Shore Pet Nat Rosé \nWaltz Cabernet Franc \nWaltz Chardonnay \nWaltz Cherry Tree Merlot \nJoin us at the Hilton Harrisburg on Sunday\, May 1st at 2:00 p.m. to recognize and celebrate the fine efforts of our Pennsylvania wineries. \n100% COVID 19 vaccination proof with follow-up 14-day waiting period completion is required to confirm event reservations.   All Center for Disease Control and Pennsylvania Department of Health distancing and safety precautions as well as the Hilton Harrisburg’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests. Tables of 4 persons each may be reserved via communication with your reservation notes\, or email to the Treasurers. Click here for reservations. \n  \nMember: $55                 Patron: $50                  Nonmember: $65   \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/pennsylvania-wine-excellence-tasting-and-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Wines of South West France
DESCRIPTION:Our next Virtual Wine Education event takes place on Sunday\, April 10th at 3:30 pm Eastern on Zoom (link shown below). On the French side of the Pyrenees lies Gascony – the land of many tribes. That land would become known as a quality wine producing region. With Bordeaux to its North\, the Bordelaise had passed regulations known as ‘Police de Vin’ ensuring its Bordeaux region wines preferentially made it to market before those of South West France and it seems that\, to this day\, while those rules are long past\, we tend to forget about the wine growing regions of Irouleguy\, Bearn\, Madiran\, Juracon\, Cahors and Gaillac. As an aside you may recognize the region’s more famous brandy – Armagnac. We will take a look at the history and wines of these less-famous areas that call themselves “the quiet Southern neighbors of Bordeaux.” \nJoin us on Sunday\, April 10th at 3:30 pm Eastern on Zoom (link shown below) with a bottle of wine from any of the aforementioned areas of South West France as we explore an ancient winemaking region where wines are of excellent quality\, though lesser-known and somewhat underappreciated. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88502255986?pwd=NS9oS0FJalV0UnZFeWt5V3JoR2twdz09 \nMeeting ID: 885 0225 5986\nPasscode: 135230\nOne tap mobile\n+16465588656\,\,88502255986#\,\,\,\,*135230# US (New York)\n+13017158592\,\,88502255986#\,\,\,\,*135230# US (Washington DC) \nDial by your location\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\nMeeting ID: 885 0225 5986\nPasscode: 135230\nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcacOXC3wS
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wines-of-southwest-france/
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SUMMARY:Touring Austria’s Wines **SOLD OUT**
DESCRIPTION:This EVENT is SOLD OUT.   If you’d like to join a Wait List to be called in case of cancellations – please contact the Treasurers.\nIs there anything that overwhelms with a sensation of FRESH better than the first nose of a good Austrian Grüner Veltliner in your glass?   I think not.  Lots of lovely crisp whites out there – but oh my – this is spectacular in a glass.  And it reminded me that PWS hasn’t featured Austrian wines in some time.  And so here it is – our April 1st absolutely not foolish event!  Austrian wines—both white and red—are some of the best kept secrets for springtime or anytime sipping. \nWe invite you to ‘embrace the umlaut’ and join us April 1\, at the Hilton Harrisburg\, 7 p.m. for an introductory tour of some of the wine world’s greatest cool-climate wines.  Austrian wines are vibrant with a range of flavors to match our favorite foods of the season\, from schnitzel to sushi. Austria is the world leader in organic farming. Family farms still dominate the winemaking scene\, making quality the focus rather than mass production. Our tour guide for the evening is Mariel Wega from Skurnik Wines & Spirits\, an importer and distributor headquartered in New York City whose goal is to search the globe to assemble the finest portfolio of estate-bottled wines and spirits available.  Mariel has worked in the restaurant and wine industry for the better part of the last two decades as a sommelier\, recommending wines in some of Philadelphia’s top restaurants for over ten years and was named one of Wine Enthusiast’s Best New Sommeliers of 2016.  Mariel has chosen the ten wines listed below for us to enjoy; all of which will be coded in the PLCB system for your purchase of your favorites following the event.   We will pair these with cheeses\, baguettes\, and small plates of Kasesspatzle and Goulash-Braised Beef prepared by Hilton Chef Bianco. \nNigl Sekt Rose 2016  Kremstal.   Austria’s answer to Champagne. Delicate and racy sparkling rose with strawberries and cream on the palate. \nGobelsburg Grüner Veltliner ‘Schlosskellerei’ 2020  Kamptal.  From some of the oldest documented vineyards in the Kamptal\, dating back to 1171. Extremely fragrant with notes of juicy mirabelle plum. Crisp\, green\, refreshing. \nHiedler ‘Langenlois’ Riesling Kamptal DAC 2020  Kamptal.  An excellent\, dry village-level Riesling from the Hiedler family\, a founding member of the ÖTW and one of the drivers of Austria’s vineyard classification since 1992. \nNikolaihof Grüner Veltliner ‘Zwickl’ 2020  Wachau.  Nikolaihof holds some of the oldest known vineyards in Europe with sites such as “im Weingebirge” being mentioned as far back as 470AD. This is a fun\, playful unfiltered Grüner. \nHeidi Schröck & Söhne Gelber Muskateller 2020  Rüst.  An aromatic white that will put a smile on your face from Heidi Schrock\, one of the few women to be awarded Falstaff Vintner of the year. White flowers\, lemon verbena\, chamomile and herbs. \nBründlmayer Riesling ‘Zöbinger Heiligenstein’ Erste Lage 2020  Kamptal.  A top site for Riesling on 250 million-year-old Permian desert sandstone with feldspar (volcanic) and siltstone. Bründlmayer is arguably one of the best Austrian winemakers of the last 25 years. \nHirsch Grüner Veltliner ‘Ried Kammern Gaisberg’ Erste Lage 2019  Kamptal. From the highly regarded “Gaisberg” premier cru vineyard\, this wine is herbal with a stunning mouth feel that is creamy yet invigorating with a ton of mineral freshness. \nGlatzer Blaufränkisch 2018  Carnuntum.  Lip-smacking juiciness\, peppers and blackberries; this is exactly what basic Blaufränkisch should be\, and there couldn’t be a better introduction to this fascinating variety. \nBerger Zweigelt 2020  Kremstal.  One of the best values in Austria: juicy and bright\, loaded with crunchy red berry fruit\, tart cherry\, and cranberry. \nSattler St Laurent 2020 Burgenland.  This traditional Austrian variety is an offspring of Pinot Noir. Silky with spicy dark cherry fruit. \nHeidi Schröck Beerenauslese 2020  Rüst.  A very special and elegant sweet wine made from selected berries from various vineyards on the estate. Amber colored with flavors of apricot\, orange\, and passion fruit\, a complex and concentrated beauty. \nThis is a higher priced event due to the unique opportunity to taste Austrian wines not previously available in Pennsylvania stores\, and pair them with Austrian-style foods while learning more about cool-climate grape growing and winemaking.  Space is limited by Hilton space\, safe distancing\, and wine availability; so plan now to join us at 7 p.m. Friday\, April 1st at the Hilton Harrisburg for this fun and educational tour.  It will be a great way to kick off spring in Pennsylvania! \n100% current\, complete COVID 19 vaccination proof is required to confirm event reservations.  All Center for Disease Control and Pennsylvania Department of Health distancing and safety precautions as well as the Hilton Harrisburg’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests.  Tables of four persons each may be reserved via communication with your reservation notes\, or an e-mail to the Treasurers.  Click here to reserve seats online.  We look forward to sharing these wines and food with you! \nMembers:  $95         Patrons:  $90        Nonmembers:  $105 \n  \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/touring-austrias-wines/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery and the Eastern American Vinifera Revolution   
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, March 11th at 7:00 pm Eastern Time at the Hilton Harrisburg\, the Pennsylvania Wine Society we will host a pandemically-postponed wine tasting event featuring the wines of Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery\, Keuka Lake\, Finger Lakes\, NY. Originally scheduled for March 2020\, we have carried this event on our books for what will be two full years! But\, finally\, the PWS is delighted to announce that we have been able to maintain the quoted prices from two years ago\, in spite of rising costs. Seating has been filling up rapidly and we urge that reservations be made soon to assure a spot! \nBy way of some background\, Dr. Konstantin Frank and his family immigrated to the United States in 1951 from Ukraine\, bringing with him decades of knowledge and experience growing vinifera grapes. He arrived in the Finger Lakes to take a position with the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in 1952. When he questioned the scientists why vinifera grapes were not being gown\, he was informed of the long-held North American belief at that time that it was just too cold to grow vinifera grapes in the Finger Lakes. But\, Dr. Frank knew differently\, having grown thousands of acres of vinifera grapes in the very cold climate of The Ukraine. \nIn 1958\, Dr. Frank purchased 188 acres on the western shore of Lake Keuka for $6\,000. It was here that he successfully planted the first vinifera vines in the Eastern United States. Many of those Riesling\, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines are still in production today and represent some of the oldest vines in America. \nMeaghan Frank\, Dr. Frank’s great-granddaughter\, will join us on Friday\, March 11th via Zoom to introduce the event and share the history of her fascinating great-grandfather\, her family\, and their winery. \nMark Veraguth\, Dr. Frank Winery Head Winemaker\, has selected 9 wines for us to taste. He will be joining us in person for this event to guide us through the tasting of each wine and share his insights into their creation. The list of wines Mark has chosen for us is sure to please and includes: \nBrut 2018 – Our “warm up wine” for the evening. Sophisticated and elegant\, the aromas jump out of the glass expressing baked red apple\, ginger\, lemon curd\, wildflowers\, apricot\, and biscuit notes. Bright lemon-driven acidity and very fine mousse leave a creamy mouthfeel with exquisite length. Perfect for celebrations and special occasions. Pair with oysters\, lobster\, smoked salmon\, fried foods\, egg dishes\, sushi\, popcorn\, or seafood dishes. \nGruner Veltliner 2020 – Lime and green apple are held in sleek suspension by a stony minerality. With touches of pepper on the finish\, it’s full in the mouth and quite powerful. It succeeds as it is very expressive while maintaining its focus and precision. Pair with Asparagus (Grilled)\, Cheese (Blue\, Rich or Stinky)\, Pork (Grilled\, Fried)\, Scallops (Sauteed)\, Sushi\, Thai Cuisine. \nRkatsiteli 2021 – Elegant\, aromatic\, and tropical with apricot\, passion fruit\, pineapple\, and honeydew with undertones of ginger\, white pepper\, and a touch of grassiness. A great alternative for Sauvignon Blanc drinkers. Pair with Olives\, Goat Cheeses\, Sushi\, Seafood\, Salads (Citrus\, Vinaigrette)\, Grilled White Meats\, BBQ. \nDry Rosé 2021 – This vibrant pink rosé is energetic with fresh strawberries\, passion fruit\, hibiscus\, orange and plums. The freshness from the Blaufränkisch is matched with a deep texture and red fruits from the Merlot and Cabernets\, producing a wine that can stand up to fattier dishes. Pair with Charcuterie\, White Fish (Grilled)\, Pork (Grilled)\, Salads\, Shrimp (Grilled)\, Sausage (Grilled)\, Grillable foods like Hamburgers and Hotdogs. \nDry Riesling 2020 – Ripe and tropical\, harmonizing fresh lime juice\, fresh citrus and petrol stoniness from the Keuka vineyards with cantaloupe and tangerine from the Seneca vineyards. Behind the zingy freshness are a rich body and a discreet creaminess which form a well-balanced union ideal for long-term aging. Pair with Soft Cheeses\, Chicken\, White Fish\, Salad (Green Fruits\, Seafood)\, Green Vegetable Dishes\, Sushi. \nSemi-dry Riesling 2020 – Delicate at first then tropically ripe\, brimming with apricot\, nectarine and a touch of pineapple. Lemon citrus and acacia blossom balance the sweetness effortlessly. Pair with Middle Eastern\, Moroccan\, Thai\, and Asian cuisines. Pairs well with Spicy and Aromatic Ingredients like Pepper\, Ginger\, Curry\, Sesame\, and Soy. Spicy BBQ and Wings. \nBlaufrankish 2019 – Leading with fresh plums and blueberries with vivid violet scents\, the wine evolves from its bright and fruity core to a spicy richness on the palate. Smoked Sausage\, Spaetzle\, Tomato-based sauces\, Hard Cheeses\, Lighter Meats like Veal\, Pork\, and Lamb. \nCabernet Franc 2019 – Juicy and generous\, spiced black cherry aromas are lifted with earthiness and cedar. Powerful and elegant simultaneously\, the dark currants and plum flavors are firm with polished tannins and vibrant acidity. Pan-Seared Duck Breast\, Grilled Lamb\, Seared Filet Mignon\, Steak Frites\, Eggplant Dishes\, Bell Peppers\, StrongFlavored Cheeses\, Roasted Vegetables. \nSaperavi 2019 – Vibrant violet in color with pronounced notes of plum\, black cherry\, earth\, cedar\, and smoke. Full-bodied with polished tannins. Juicy acidity lifts the flavors on the long finish. \n  \nProof of COVID-19 vaccination is required by all attendees to confirm event reservations. All CDC and PA Department of Health social distancing precautions as well as the Harrisburg Hilton’s safety precautions and policies will be followed. Seating will be limited to 4 people per table. If you wish to reserve a table for 4\, you may do so in the notes section of your online reservation or by emailing asst-treasurer@pawinesociety.org. \nThis event takes place at the Hilton Harrisburg at 1 N. Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA on Friday\, March 11th at 7:00 pm Eastern Time. Indoor parking is available and preferred at the Walnut Street Parking Garage at a heavily discounted price for all event attendees by having the hotel front desk personnel stamp your parking ticket. \nOnline reservations may be purchased at pawinesocciety.org. Pricing is as follows: \nMembers: $55                         Patrons: $50                         Nonmembers: $65 \n  \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/dr-konstantin-frank-winery-and-the-eastern-american-vinifera-revolution/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Godforsaken Grapes II ~ Wines of Lesser-Known Grapes  
DESCRIPTION:Preparing for this event has been a lot of fun. I began selecting and setting aside wines in anticipation of staging          Godforsaken Grapes II almost immediately after the first Godforsaken Grapes event concluded on February 18th of 2020. That was before the shutdown in March 2020\, which seems like a million years ago. It has been an especially long time because the pandemic forced us to postpone plans for a Godforsaken Grapes event in February 2021. \nTo refresh your collective memory\, allow me to make a brief explanation of the premise for this upcoming event. It is based on Jason Wilson’s book “Godforsaken Grapes”\, in which he chronicles a two-year effort to track down wines from the world over that are made from lesser known\, rare\, and sometimes nearly extinct grape varieties. Many of the wines are varietals\, i.e.\, wines named after the grape variety. So\, the name of the grape says it all.    It’s all about the grapes! \nIn the intervening two years since February 2020\, I collected nearly thirty prospective wines from which to assemble this year’s program. My co-host Joe Via and I got together several Saturdays ago and set about the task of determining which eleven wines we would present to our audience. I had already whittled down the field of possibilities to eighteen wines before Joe and I convened. \nI arrived at Joe’s home in mid-morning\, and we set about our task with gusto! What you may not realize is the difficulty of the task with which we were faced. Perhaps the best way to explain this is to tell you the names of the delicious wines that were runners-up to the eleven finalists. The wines that did not make the cut: \nAligote (White) France – Burgundy’s “other” white grape. \nGros Manseng (White) France – A delightful South France variety. \nMarselan (Red) France –A fuller-bodied French red with notes of dark cherry. \nPais (Red) Chile – One of two Pais we considered (also known as the Mission grape). \nRkatsiteli (White) Georgia – An ancient and thoroughly delicious cold-climate grape). \nScheurebe (White) Germany – It’s not all about Riesling in Germany! \nVernaccia (White) Italy – Another ancient grape and a rare Tuscan white. \n  \nThis was a painful process of elimination\, but we were very pleased with the prospects of the eleven finalists! So\, beginning with our warmup wine and then following through with five whites and five reds\, our field for Godforsaken Grapes II on Friday\, February 18th is as follows: \nGlera – (White) Sparkling — From northeastern Italy; grape used to make Prosecco. \nCortese – (White) Italy – Fruity on the nose\, minerality on the palate. \nFalanghina – (White) Italy – “Yumminess”\, ripeness\, flavor of the grape shows through. \nFurmint – (White) Hungary – Simply outstanding! Very subtly oaked. \nRotgipfler – (White) Austria – Organic\, spicy nose\, crisp\, fruity. \nSauvignonasse – (White) Slovenia – A French grape known as Sauvignon Vert. \nAglianico – (Red) Italy – A big wine with good fruit and tannins. \nLagrein – (Red) Italy – Medium to full bodied\, rich and earthy. \nPais – (Red) Chile – The Pais we liked the best; a lighter red with easy drinkability. \nSchiava – (Red) Italy – A totally balanced\, smooth medium to full-bodied red. \nTannat – (Red) Uruguay – Another French grape from South France that excels in Uruguay. \nYou may notice that six of our eleven grapes are from Italy.  This should not be much of a secret\, as literally 25% of the world’s recognized wine grapes are indigenous to Italy.  This is primarily due to the Romans’ influence and their love of wines of every type. \nI must hasten to add that we will have door prizes again during this sequel of Godforsaken Grapes; but\, this time\, we will be giving away wines!  Those wonderful wines that didn’t make the cut… well\, we want you to experience them\, even though they are not part of the evening’s package.  So\, every attendee will leave with a bottle of delicious wine! \nPlan to attend this event\, folks! If you were at the first Godforsaken Grapes in February 2020\, then you know you will have a great time!  My co-host and good friend Joe Via will be at the top of his game and we cannot wait to introduce you to eleven wines made from grapes that you may never have tasted before!  So\, join us to experience and savor these wines and learn about the grapes behind them! \nReservations for this event can be made online on the Pennsylvania Wine Society website at pawinesociety.org   But don’t wait! Seating is capped at 48 attendees and seating is at a premium! Seating will also be at 4-top tables with adequate social distancing between tables. \n100% complete COVID 19 vaccination proof is required to confirm event reservations.  All Center for Disease Control and Pennsylvania Department of Health distancing and safety precautions as well as the Hilton Harrisburg’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests. Tables of 4 persons each may be reserved via communication with your reservation notes\, or e-mail to the Treasurers. \nThis event takes place at the Hilton Harrisburg at 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA on Friday evening\, February 18th at 7:00 p.m. EST.  Indoor parking is available and preferred at the Walnut Street Parking Garage at a discounted price for all event attendees by having the hotel front desk personnel stamp your parking ticket.  Please join us!   Click here for reservations. \nMembers:  $50              Patrons:  $45              Nonmembers:  $60 \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/godforsaken-grapes-ii-wines-of-lesser-known-grapes/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Château Maris Wines from the Cordier Portfolio
DESCRIPTION:Please join Marty Cook\, PWS President\, and our guest Gregg Mutschler\, Director of National Distribution for Cordier USA on Sunday\, February 13\, 2022\, at 3:30 p.m. Eastern time\, to enjoy wines from the Languedoc region of France.   Cordier USA is the U.S based importer of global wine producer Cordier by Invivo.  Cordier USA’s core business is sustainable and family-owned French vineyards.  Their vertically integrated global wine sourcing\, as well as sales and marketing expertise\, provide unique “Vineyard to Market” wine solutions.  The close relationships they maintain with their producers\, distributors\, retailers and consumers allows Cordier USA to offer the finest products\, in line with customer expectations. \nCordier’s portfolio producer chosen for this event is Château Maris.  Perhaps the world’s greenest wine project\, Château Maris is located in the heart of the Languedoc\, where the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees mountains come together.  Nestled in the foothills of the Black Mountains\, Maris is a Certified Biodyvin\, Demeter\, Biodynamic 120-acre estate that uses only native yeast\, bottles without fining or filtering\, and plows with Percheron horses.  It has built the world’s first and only hemp cellar: a sustainable\, recyclable\, plant-based building; completely biodegradable\, self-sufficient in energy\, and carbon negative. \nMaris’ winemaker and owner\, Robert Eden is the nephew of former UK Prime Minister Sir Anthony Eden\, and a direct descendant of Lord Baltimore. He started his career rather early by getting expelled from school for illegally brewing beer in his dorm.   Because (or\, thanks to) this\, his father shipped him off to Australia where he found himself at the age of 17 pruning vines in the Barossa. After a stint in Tuscany and many years working with Becky Wasserman in Burgundy\, he purchased Château Maris in 1998.   Robert is a recognized authority on Organic and Biodynamic viticulture\, giving lectures on the need to reduce the negative impact on the environment from non-sustainable farming.  He was one of three winemakers invited to participate to the COP21 Climate Change Conference in Paris in 2015.  Wine Enthusiast reported\, “There are organic\, sustainable and environmentally minded winemakers\, and then there’s Robert Eden.  No one in France can compete.”    \nEvery label bearing Maris’ name is Certified Organic at a minimum\, low sulfites (under 100 ppm)\, chemical free\, and has no additives.  Maris is also the first and only B-Corp Certified European winery\, one of the most rigorous sustainability and social responsibility certifications in the world.  Maris is a philosophy come to life with straightforward preparations yielding complex wines. The vineyard areas are alluvial soils – a mix of schist\, sandstone\, quartz and limestone.  This makes for a varied terroir that allows each grape to best express itself.  The winemaking uses all-indigenous yeasts and concrete tanks are often used for fermentation.  Robert Eden’s wines have been described as “a testament to the practices of letting the land speak through the vines\, and letting the grapes express the land”.   \nFeatured wines for our event include an elegant\, mouth filling Vermentino; a Syrah-Grenache-Mourvèdre blend with delicious\, supple\, bright red-fruit flavors; and a full-bodied Syrah-Grenache blend showcasing silky tannins and savory dark fruit.   We look forward to hearing more about and tasting these wines with you! \nWine Ordering:  Order early to receive your wines prior to the event.  (Also consider this week’s temperatures are forecast to be milder for shipping.)  You may order and ship wines through Wine.com.  Links to each of the specific wines’ pages on the Wine.com website follow below.  Click a link\, place the wine in your cart\, and continue with the next wine.   I completed my order in less than 10 minutes.   If you’re new to Wine.com\, some first-time discounts are often offered\, so be sure to take advantage of those. \nHere are the links to each wine on Wine.com: \nhttps://www.wine.com/product/chateau-maris-la-touge-2018/757090 \nhttps://www.wine.com/product/chateau-maris-vermentino-2019/638651 \nhttps://www.wine.com/product/chateau-maris-zulu-2019/707665 \n  \nHow to join us:   No reservation needed.   Simply grab your wines and join us via the Zoom link below close to 3:30 p.m. Eastern/New York time on Sunday\, February 13; sit back and enjoy! \n https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83123035541?pwd=K05sUDVyUmVMZG1IMEZ3QjM4dzd5UT09 \nMeeting ID: 831 2303 5541 \nPasscode: 442080 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,83123035541#\,\,\,\,*442080# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,83123035541#\,\,\,\,*442080# US (New York) \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 831 2303 5541 \nPasscode: 442080 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcgesW5UAY
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/cordier-portfolio-with-gregg-mutschler/
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CATEGORIES:Educational,Virtual via Zoom
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SUMMARY:The Loire Valley – Jardin de la France with Kevin Ostrowski
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Wine Society series of Sunday afternoon Virtual Wine Education events returns on Sunday\, January 16th at 3:30 pm Eastern/ New York Time on Zoom! Our first presentation of the New Year will feature The Loire Valley – Jardin de la France\, hosted by PWS Member and past-presenter Kevin Ostrowski. \nIn the First Century BC\, the longest river in France\, the Loire\, was recognized by Julius Caesar as valuable real estate. Beginning in the heart of the country and extending for over 600 miles to the Atlantic Ocean\, the Loire River has provided access and transportation to its bounty throughout history. This includes the luscious wines of the region\, as well. Exploring the wine regions of the Loire\, we will see what makes each region unique unto itself. From crisp\, light classic whites to bright and clean cool climate reds\, we will sample and enjoy some wines from the Loire Valley\, the Garden of France. \nEven though many of the regions in the Loire grow and make wines from the same grapes\, such as Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc\, the wines are ultimately distinctive in character from region to region. Loire Valley wines are frequently known by the place names from the region in which they are produced (such as Sancerre\, Quincy\, Pouilly Fume\, Muscadet\, and Chinon)\, reflecting the characteristics of each regional terroir as well as the stylistic approach of the winemakers in those regions. Many of these Loire Valley wines are available in Pennsylvania Fine Wine & Good Spirits premium stores. We urge you to explore the availability of Loire Valley wines in the French section of your local wine store and select one or several to enjoy during this event. We will undoubtedly touch upon the wine(s) you choose and the regions in which they are produced. \nPlease join us on Sunday\, January 16th at 3:30 pm for The Loire Valley – Jardin de la France on the Zoom link shown below. We look forward to seeing you then! \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88466962007?pwd=Um5vNENDVFdmcDk5d1lWR0VidG5YUT09 \nMeeting ID: 884 6696 2007\nPasscode: 859342\nOne tap mobile\n+13126266799\,\,88466962007#\,\,\,\,*859342# US (Chicago)\n+16465588656\,\,88466962007#\,\,\,\,*859342# US (New York) \nDial by your location\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\nMeeting ID: 884 6696 2007\nPasscode: 859342\nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kfGaF3miO
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211219T153000
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SUMMARY:Champagne
DESCRIPTION:Please join us online on Sunday\, December 19th at 3:30 pm for a Virtual Wine Tasting during which we will discuss Champagne\, the region\, the wine\, and their history! This special event will be presented by the Pennsylvania Wine Society and conducted by Wine Educator Joe Via and PWS President Marty Cook. A concise list of suggested Champagnes will be listed below. You will be able to secure one or several Champagnes in advance of the program of which you can partake during the broadcast. This event will be interactive through the Chat facility during the airing of the event and then during an open discussion forum at the end of the show. \nPermit the following brief background to the program. Champagne is\, first and foremost\, a place. Europeans\, especially the French\, name their wines after places. This only adds to the confusion for Americans who do not speak French\, which is an intimidating ingredient to interpreting wine labels and appreciating the wines that bear place-names. Champagne is also a wine that is distinguished by the fact that it contains a natural effervescence (putting it within the genre of “sparkling wines”)\, as opposed to wines that do not have effervescence (known as “still wines”). Champagne has been in production for several centuries and is the result of two separate fermentations. It is the second fermentation that imbues the wine known as Champagne with a sparkle. The process of making Champagne with two fermentations is known as the Champagne Method (Méthode Champenoise in French)\, nomenclature that has been updated in recent years to “the Traditional Method” (Méthode Traditionnelle). During this presentation\, we will discuss the history\, geography\, and soil types of the Champagne region\, as well as the history and step-by-step process by which Champagne\, the wine\, is made. You will discover that\, although the finished product is generally a white wine\, Champagne is frequently made from a combination of three grapes\, two of which are “red” (which includes a spectrum of grape skin colors from red to blue to black). It is the process that is employed that achieves a clear colored wine from such grapes\, all of which will be discussed. \nThe three Champagne wines that we will feature are listed below and are available in most Pennsylvania Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores. If you are unable to secure any of these wines\, then it is suggested that you select an alternate wine for your tasting pleasure during the event\, so long as it is a sparkling wine from the Champagne Region of France\, made in the Traditional Method. \nPLCB Code #83367 – Bertrand Delespierre Enfant de la Montagne Brut Champagne Montagne de Reims 1er Cru Non-Vintage – $39.99 \n PLCB Code #39622 – Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Champagne Brut NV – $39.99 \n PLCB Code #47130 – Ruinart Rose Brut NV – $74.99 \nSo\, please consider joining Joe Via and Marty Cook for this special presentation of Champagne\, presented by the Pennsylvania Wine Society on Sunday\, December 19th at 3:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you then! \nPlease use the following Zoom link to join this event: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83895097419?pwd=aFR4Ri9GM2dFRzR0SXBzZ05Yam5sQT09 \n Meeting ID: 838 9509 7419 \nPasscode: 282189 \nOne tap mobile \n+13017158592\,\,83895097419#\,\,\,\,*282189# US (Washington DC) \n+13126266799\,\,83895097419#\,\,\,\,*282189# US (Chicago) \nDial by your location \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) \nMeeting ID: 838 9509 7419 \nPasscode: 282189 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kABFyCX9r \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/champagne/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211217T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211217T210000
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SUMMARY:Charles Smith Wines
DESCRIPTION:EVENT SOLD OUT – you may contact the Treasurers via the contact page to be placed on a waitlist should you wish to be called in final days to take any canceled reservation seats that may come available.\nCHARLES SMITH    Unique wine names.   Unique labels.  One unique winemaker                       \nCharles Smith is known for producing some pretty terrific wines out of Washington over the past 20 years.  Before settling down in Washington to make wine in the late 1990’s\, Charles moved to Denmark thinking he would find a position in the wine industry.  What he actually did in Denmark was to manage and book music groups.   While creating promotional material for the bands\, he developed his bold graphic black-and-white promotional style. \nSmith came to Walla Walla\, Washington after leaving Denmark.  With a very small budget and the generosity of the local vintners\, he created his first vintage in 2001.  He used fruit from one vintner\, crushed the grapes at another facility\, and fermented the wine at a third site. He made 330 cases of a minimally produced\, biodynamic Syrah which he sold out of the back of his van.  But what people remembered was the label – it was stamped only with a giant\, black ‘K’ on a white label.  It was easily spotted across the room but more importantly\, they didn’t forget the wine.  K Syrah. \nSmith continued to create new wines– all designed with a black-and-white label and with inventive new names.  Who doesn’t smile when you see a bottle of Velvet Devil Merlot?  Boom Boom! Syrah?  Kung Fu Girl Riesling?  \nFor our tasting we will sample six wines from the Charles Smith label (now owned by Constellation Brands) and one from the HOUSE OF SMITH Substance label. \n2019 Band of Roses: \nWe will start the evening with a cool dry Rosé made from 100% Pinot Gris \n2020 Kung Fu Girl Riesling: \nThe story goes that Charles was eating Chinese takeout and watching a fight scene in a notorious martial arts film when he had an idea: a killer white wine to be paired with Asian food. \n2018 Substance Sauvignon Blanc Sunset Vineyard: \nThe Substance label was created with the goal of creating the best value-price Cabernet Sauvignon in America.  It has expanded to include red-blends\, Merlot\, Chardonnay and this Loire-style Sauvignon Blanc. \n2016 Eve Chardonnay: \n100% Washington State Chardonnay\, producing a dry\, creamy and smooth wine. \n2019 Velvet Devil Merlot: \nWhen the movie “Sideways” created anti-Merlot sentiments\, Charles set out to rebuff the movie’s unflattering portrayal.  One taste of Velvet Devil and you’ll know he succeeded. \n 2018 Boom Boom! Syrah:  \nThis spicy Syrah is a tribute to Charles first lost love – a woman named “Boom Boom” O’Brien – and it’s one of the biggest\, boldest Syrah’s of all time. \n2016 Chateau Smith Cabernet Sauvignon: \nWhile Charles Smith Wines does not actually have a chateau\, the Chateau Smith Cabernet Sauvignon stays true to the old-world winemaking style from Bordeaux. \nJoin us on Friday\, December 17th at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg to taste the wines of Charles Smith. \n 100% COVID 19 vaccination proof with follow-up 14-day waiting period completion is required to confirm event reservations.  All Center for Disease Control and Pennsylvania Department of Health distancing and safety precautions as well as the Hilton Harrisburg’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests. Tables of 4 persons each may be reserved via communication with your reservation notes\, or email to the Treasurers. \nClick here for reservations. \nMembers:  $60           Patrons:  $55         Nonmembers:  $70 \n  \n*From charlessmithwines.com and houseofsmith.com \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/charles-smith-wines/
LOCATION:Hilton Harrisburg\, 1 North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Aromatized Wines - Vermouth\, Vini Amari\, and Bitters 
DESCRIPTION:This will be an overview of aromatized wines\, or wine-based beverages that are flavored with botanicals. A few may have neutral spirits added for stabilization and may be classified as fortified wine. \nOur tasting and discussion will break into four different areas to help understand aromatized wines. \nFirst\, with different Vermouth brands; their styles and origin. \nThen we will explain (wine based) Vini Amari or bitter wines and their uses. \nDigging a little deeper into the aromatized category\, and similar to vermouth\, are uniquely flavored Quinquina wines and its subcategory Americano. \nPlease check back closer to event month for event details\, including the Zoom connection information.
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/aromatized-wines-vermouth-vini-amari-and-bitters/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211120T153000
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SUMMARY:Beaujolais & Beaujolais Nouveau
DESCRIPTION:Beaujolais and Beaujolais Nouveau by Marty Cook \nIt’s Beaujolais Nouveau Time! Every year at 12.01 am on the third Thursday of November\, a young\, fruity wine full of flavor and zest is released for consumption. In France\, it is against the law to release this wine before the appointed time\, and the rest of the wine drinking world complies with this tradition so that Beaujolais Nouveau Day can be simultaneously celebrated the world over! \nThis weekend’s Virtual Wine Tasting takes a detour and presents on Saturday afternoon instead of Sunday. So\, please mark your calendar and join us this Saturday\, November 20th at 3:30 pm Eastern Time on the Zoom link shown below. That is when Joe Via will lead us through a wine tasting and discussion of the history and tradition of the Beaujolais Region of France and their red wines\, which includes both Beaujolais and Beaujolais Nouveau. During Joe’s dissertation\, he will discuss the grape with which both Beaujolais and Beaujolais Nouveau are made\, the region in which the grape and the wines are made. Joe will also focus on the process used to make Beaujolais Nouveau\, which makes this wine the first wine of the new harvest and how it is able to be bottled and distributed within mere weeks of harvest! \nBeaujolais Nouveau Day is not immune to the supply chain difficulties that currently plague the world as a result of the pandemic. As such there is only one Nouveau Beaujolais available this year in Central Pennsylvania Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores. So\, we will discuss Beaujolais Nouveau 2021 and Beaujolais as a region using an old vines Villages and a “Cru” (Morgon) from Louis Jadot. \nHere are the three codes for the zoom tasting on Saturday\, November 20th: \nPLCB Code #5877 ~ Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau 2021 @ $12.99 \nPLCB Code #84512 ~ Château d’Emeringes Beaujolais Villages 2020 @ $12.99 \nPLCB Code #86015 ~ Louis Jadot Morgon Chateau des Jacques 2019 @ $27.99 \n  \nPlease join us this Saturday at 3:30 pm Eastern Time as we celebrate this year’s Beaujolais Nouveau and learn about Beaujolais red wines and the Beaujolais Region! We look forward to seeing you on the Zoom link shown below! \n https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82070267186?pwd=QU5ERlN0OFU4TmFTUmVyOFg1Qk1uUT09 \nMeeting ID: 820 7026 7186 \nPasscode: 814635 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,82070267186#\,\,\,\,*814635# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,82070267186#\,\,\,\,*814635# US (New York) \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 820 7026 7186 \nPasscode: 814635 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kb0UjTZJK4
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/beaujolais-nouveau-wines/
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CATEGORIES:Educational,Virtual via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Syrah Comparisons - Syrah/Shiraz Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Join us online on Sunday\, November 7th at 3:30 p.m. Eastern/New York time for our next Pennsylvania Wine Society Virtual Wine Tasting event.  During this upcoming program\, Joe Via will lead us through a comparison of three examples of Syrah.  These wines will come from a diversity of locations all around the globe that will include France\, Washington\, and Australia (where it is known as “Shiraz”). \nDuring this comparison\, Joe will discuss the Old World origins of Syrah in France (which we believe to be the case) as well as the geography\, geology\, and other elements of terroir that make Syrah from these three areas so distinctive and different from each other. \nGenetically the same grape\, albeit\, represented by many clonal varieties\, the typicity of Syrah is emblematic of the terroir in which it is grown.  It would be difficult in one afternoon program to discuss every area in which Syrah is grown worldwide; but\, the three areas that immediately pop into mind are the three on which we will focus. \nThe three wines selected for our November 7th tasting are extreme\, expressive examples to demonstrate how terroir and climate can affect the style of wine produced.  They are as follows (accompanying data sheets are attached to this announcement): \n\nPLCB Code #83406 ~ J.L. Chave Saint Joseph ‘Offerus’ 2018\nPLCB Code #85037 ~ Elephant Seven Syrah Walla Walla Valley ‘River Rocks Vineyard’ 2018\nPLCB Code #85374 ~ Mollydooker Shiraz ‘The Boxer’ South Australia 2019\n\nPlease secure one or more of the above wines in advance of November 7th and join us online that day at 3:30 p.m. Eastern/New York time using the Zoom link shown below.  \nNO RESERVATION needed.  Simply connect via the below Zoom link.   We look forward to seeing you! \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/89288273060?pwd=RlpPdDVxNnhUV1g4T0NiT0NXSFk1Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 892 8827 3060 \nPasscode: 102722 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,89288273060#\,\,\,\,*102722# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,89288273060#\,\,\,\,*102722# US (New York) \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 892 8827 3060 \nPasscode: 102722 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kqrPF0gah \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/syrah-comparisons/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211024T153000
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SUMMARY:German Wine Labels with guest\, Inge Mountz
DESCRIPTION:by Marty Cook \nHave you ever wandered into your wine store’s German section\, only to feel totally overwhelmed? At first glance\, your first impression is that the bottles are all very decorative with their multi-colored and very artistically done labels. But\, upon closer inspection\, deciphering the Germanic font with strange accents over some of the lettering in the words can become quickly perplexing. You are confronted by many uniquely new and strange words and without the slightest clue as to where to begin or what it is that you are reading! Well\, fear not! \nOur next Virtual Wine Tasting event on Zoom\, which takes place on Sunday\, October 24th at 3:30 pm Eastern/New York Time\, will dispel the confusion that surrounds interpreting German wine labels. During this segment of our regularly scheduled virtual programming\, our host Joe Via and his guest host Inge Mountz will cut through the mystery of German wine labels and how to understand them. Inge is a German native whose first language is German\, and she will offer correct pronunciations for the many words to which we may not relate\, while Joe Via will guide us through a basic “German Wines 101”. During his overview of the German wine industry\, Joe will touch upon Germany’s wine history\, its thirteen regions\, and the way that the German wine industry addresses wine quality and other details on its wine labels. \nPlease join us on Sunday\, Sunday\, October 24th at 3:30 pm Eastern/New York Time for this exciting look inside German wines and their labels! Get a bottle or two of German wine (anything except Blue Nun!) and be prepared to eliminate any confusion that German wine labels may cause you to experience! We look forward to seeing you at the Zoom link displayed below! \n https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84264611666?pwd=Ky9lbzBZQkRabGhnNmlOZWRBTDF2Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 842 6461 1666 \nPasscode: 154898 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,84264611666#\,\,\,\,*154898# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,84264611666#\,\,\,\,*154898# US (New York) \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 842 6461 1666 \nPasscode: 154898 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcDURoKzC6
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/german-wine-labels-w-guest-inge-mountz/
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CATEGORIES:Educational,Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211015T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211015T213000
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SUMMARY:Red\, Red Rhone
DESCRIPTION: by Eric Miller  \nThe concept for this tasting is to simplify the signature features of the Rhone Valley’s climate\, soils\, grape varieties and its confusion of regulations.  All that sounds very serious\, yet our guest speaker\, Eric Miller\, promises “We will laugh\, we will cry\, we will zig and we will zag our way just north of Avignon and up the Rhone Valley\, almost to Lyon. We will give white wines a tip of the hat but spend our precious time on everything red.  We will learn the differences between Côte du Rhone\, Côte du Rhone Village\, the Crus and what grapes are legal to use.  Why is it legal to irrigate some vineyards and not others?  How is the rock underlayment related to soil moisture?  Why are stews and braised meats\, sausage and cassoulet served with these wines?  But tuna\, pasta and eggplant too!?  All these things and more will be burned into your mind like the searing winds of the Mistral and magically\, yea joyfully\, appear on your tongue for ever and ever\, amen.”  Okay\, Eric.  Let’s tour! \nThe wines were selected from top producers and the amazing 2015 and 2016 vintages long before retaliatory price increases\, and this exemplary collection cannot be replicated.  If that fact alone doesn’t have you reserving a spot\, there’s special food pairings and more\, so read on\, please.   The wines Eric selected for us to explore and enjoy are: \nThe Greeting Wine—2017 IGT\, Viennes\, Viognier\, Les Vins de Viennes  Les vins de Viennes is a modern winery in Viennes\, Northern Rhone Valley\, about 25 kilometers south of Lyon.  It is a collaboration between Yves Cuilleron\, Francois Villard and Pierre Gaillard who are best known as Syrah specialists. \nThe South (Grenache and 9 close red friends) \n2019 Côte du Rhone\, Producer to be announced  This dry red wine is grown within the limits of its appellation\, approx. 200\,000 acres.  Côte du Rhone\, somewhere north of Avignon and South of Lyon. Reds are generally dominated by Grenache.  Northern Rhone has a continental climate and granite and argili-calcairous soils.  Southern Rhone is chiefly Mediterranean climate with chiefly sandstone\, limestone alluvia\, loess and quartzite shingle soils. \n2016 Lirac\, Ch de Ségriès\, Cuvee Réservée   A 17th century chateau with 145 acres that is located with the right to make both Rosé with the Tavel appellation and a red Lirac\, both AOC “named villages”.  It is located across the river from Chateauneuf de Pape.   40% or more must be Grenache and Mourvedre.  25% or less must be Syrah and Carignan. \nChateauneuf du Pape\, Chateau de la Grande Gardiole\, Vielles Vignes  11\,500 cases/year.  83% Grenache\, 12% Syrah\, 2% Mourvedre\, 2% Counoise\, 1% WT_?  Wine from an ancient hillside town made famous by its powerful red wines. \n2015 Gigondas\, Domaine du Grand Montmirail\, Vielles Vignes  A large  property of 100 acres with terraces on the southeast side of the Dentelles de Montmirail that form a perfect amphitheater above most of the surrounding vineyards.  Some say this town is a contender for the crown still worn by Chateauneuf du Pape. \n2009 Ventoux\, Chene Bleu\, Abelard  Near the picturesque hilltop village of Crestet\, it is several miles east and north of Gigondas.  Xavier felt this underappreciated appellation was being overlooked\, underpriced and allowed to dither.  So\, he converted the vineyards to bio-dynamic culture and put in a massive cash infusion to build an eco-sensitive winery 4 stories deep in solid rock. \n2017 Côte du Rhone\, Seguret\, Domaine de l’Amandine  One of the perfect hillside villages in southern Rhone.  Complete with world class restaurant and a view to die for it has attained the status of a CdR Village.  The history of Amandine begins in 1968\, when Jean-Pierre Verdeau\, accompanied by his wife Maryse\, founded the Domaine de l’Amandine\, driven by the desire to make his own wine from the few hectares left to him by his father.  The wines were first sold only to merchants until his daughter married a trained enologist from South Africa. \nThe North (Syrah\, is all she wrote) \n2015 Cornas\, Domaine Durand\, Empreintes  Family owned and operated by Eric and Joel Durand since 1991.  Incredibly steep granite slopes and terraces of 100% Syrah.  A notably hot dry vintage. \n2016 Crozes Hermitage\, Emmanuel Darnaud\, Les Trios Chenes  This domaine began in 2001 with 3.2 acres on the left bank of the Rhone.  It has grown to about 32 acres of small prime plots of mostly red grapes.  Some stems are left in the primary fermentation for 15 to 20 days before the wine is aged in “demi-muids” (600 litre) for 12 to 18 months.  This bottling was grown in Glacial Alluvium composed of river-rolled stones. \n2016 Saint Joseph\, E. Guigal  Established in 1946\, the year after WWII ended\, by Etienne Guigal\, who had worked for Vidal Fleury for 15 years before that.  Guru Robert Parker said about Guigal’s winemaking son\, “I have never seen a producer so fanatical about quality as Marcel Guigal”\, which undoubtedly influenced the rapid change in perception and quality of the wines of the Rhone. \nThis is a high-end exploration of fine\, food worthy wines\, and so\, we have planned with Hilton’s Chef Bianco several small plate accompaniments to make it even more enjoyable for your palate: \n\nBBQ Mushrooms with Polenta Smoked Almonds and Arugula\nBraised Pork Stew – Grilled Garbanzo\, Red Pepper\, Rosemary Voulevant\nCheese plate of Fontina\, Gloucester Cheddar\, and Manchego.\n\nSpace is limited by both Hilton space\, safe distancing\, and wine availability; so sign up early to be able to tell the wonderful story later to those who procrastinate and miss out.  Plan now to join us at 7 p.m. Friday\, October 15\, 2021 at the Hilton Harrisburg for this fun and educational tour of the Rhone Valley. It will be a great way to kick off an October weekend! \n100% COVID 19 vaccination proof with follow-up 14-day waiting period completion is required to confirm event reservations.   All CDC and PA DOH distancing and safety precautions as well as the Hilton Harrisburg’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests.  Tables of 4 persons each may be reserved via communication with your reservation\, or to the Treasurers. \nClick here to sign up online.  I promise you will not be disappointed with any feature of this event. \nMembers:  $90            Patrons:  $85           Nonmembers:  $100 \n 
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SUMMARY:Banfi Portfolio Selections with Joe Via and his guest Pam Bernd
DESCRIPTION:by Marty Cook \nThis episode of our regularly scheduled Virtual Wine Tasting events on Sunday\, October 10th at 3:30 PM Eastern/New York time\, features Joe Via discussing the full line of products from Banfi Distributors with a focus on their Italian Wine Imports. During this segment\, Joe will interview his guest and Banfi representative\, Pam Bernd\, who spent 17 years with the PA Liquor Control Board in various roles that began during college and ultimately served as a buyer for French and Italian wines. Pam also held supervisory positions in the supply chain and marketing department of the PLCB before she began working for Banfi Wines in June of 2017\, initially as the manager for the entire State of PA and eventually adding to her territory with the States of Delaware and West Virginia. Pam earned an IT degree from Penn State and lives in Harrisburg with her 8 year old dog Bailey. Pam really enjoys drinking wines from Northern Rhone region of France\, especially Cote Roties\, and Syrah is her favorite varietal. \nBanfi has a vast selection of wines in its portfolio. We will taste three of those wines on Sunday\, October 10th at 3:30 PM. Those three wines are listed with PLCB codes below. \nBanfi Principessa Gavia Gavi       PLCB Code 000007358        $16.99 \nCastello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino       PLCB Code 000008239       $24.99 \nBanfi ASKA Bolgheri Rosso 2017       PLCB Code 000083200       $24.99 \nPlease join us to explore the Banfi Portfolio with these wines or another of your Banfi Portfolio favorites on Sunday\, October 10 at 3:30 PM Eastern/New York time.  No reservations required.  Simply connect via the Zoom link below.  We look forward to hearing from Joe and his guest\, and to sharing a Sunday afternoon glass of wine with you! \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/81392021582?pwd=QTlsemtta2pYd3d2RFgrYktSdzZqUT09 \nMeeting ID: 813 9202 1582 \nPasscode: 363463 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,81392021582#\,\,\,\,*363463# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,81392021582#\,\,\,\,*363463# US (New York) \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n+1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 813 9202 1582 \nPasscode: 363463 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kikhwg5d5 \n  \n 
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