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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Pinot Noir
DESCRIPTION:Pinot Noir    by Marty Cook \nOur next Wine Wednesday takes place on May 26th at 7:00 p.m. Eastern/New York time\, and focuses on Pinot Noir\, the red grape whose clusters loosely approximate the shape of a pinecone (the name is derived from the French words for pine and black).  This difficult-to-grow cool climate grape gives winegrowers fits; but\, as a result of their persistent efforts\, Pinot Noir wine has become the world’s most popular light-bodied red wine. \nThe sensory characteristics of Pinot Noir are rather diverse\, depending on the terroir in which it is grown\, and those winegrowing regions span the globe.  So\, whether you prefer Pinot Noir from its native France\, or Oregon\, or New Zealand\, or Germany\, or wherever\, pick up a bottle of your favorite representative Pinot Noir and join us next Wednesday\, May 26th at 7:00 p.m. Eastern/New York time\, to enjoy some entertaining comparisons of this amazing wine! \nOh\, and please remember to take photos of the front and back labels of your bottle of Pinot Noir and send them to WineCat@pa.net for inclusion in next Wednesday night’s PowerPoint slideshow.  It’s so much more fun to chat about these wines when we can visualize the labels as we discuss the merits of our wines! \nPlease join us on the Zoom link below.  We look forward to seeing you Wednesday! \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://zoom.us/j/98376177668?pwd=QTd0b3R2S2FBMDI4RnRsaE90cEl3QT09 \nMeeting ID: 983 7617 7668\nPasscode: 463603\nOne tap mobile\n+13126266799\,\,98376177668#\,\,\,\,*463603# US (Chicago)\n+16465588656\,\,98376177668#\,\,\,\,*463603# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\nMeeting ID: 983 7617 7668\nPasscode: 463603\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/avMg6NRnp \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-05-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T190000
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SUMMARY:FREE Virtual Event ~ Wine Wednesday ~ South African Wines
DESCRIPTION:The Wines of South Africa      by Marty Cook \nSouth Africa is a relative newcomer to the American wine scene over the past three or four decades; but that region has a rich winemaking tradition that extends well into the nineteenth century. The South African wine industry is also one of the leaders in doing research on wine and winemaking. Their signature white wine (Chenin Blanc) is known as “Steen” and their signature red wine (Pinotage\, a manmade cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault) was developed by South African wine researchers nearly a century ago. But that is not where their award-winning wines ends\, as the terroir is suitable for many V. vinifera wine grape varieties. \nExplore the many possible South African wine choices next Wednesday during our next episode of Wine Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Eastern/New York Time. Secure a bottle of your favorite South African wine (or ask for help at your nearby Wine & Spirits store) and share your find with us during the finest hour of the work week – PWS Wine Wednesday!   Connecting is easy for you via the Zoom link shown below!  Oh\, and please remember to photograph the front and back labels on your bottle and e-mail those photos to WineCat@pa.net for inclusion in the Wine Wednesday PowerPoint slides! \nWe look forward to seeing you Wednesday at 7:00 pm Eastern/New York time! Take care! \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/96805300640?pwd=dHlReHpkbWdybm14Y2pNSUt0eGcwZz09 \nMeeting ID: 968 0530 0640\nPasscode: 037577\nOne tap mobile\n+13126266799\,\,96805300640#\,\,\,\,*037577# US (Chicago)\n+16465588656\,\,96805300640#\,\,\,\,*037577# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\nMeeting ID: 968 0530 0640\nPasscode: 037577\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abWNUbgrcm
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-05-19/
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CATEGORIES:Informal,Social,Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T190000
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Australia & New Zealand Wines
DESCRIPTION:Wines of Australia and New Zealand     by Marty Cook \nWhile we are enjoying our springtime and experiencing budbreak in the Northern Hemisphere\, the world “down under” is enjoying their Southern Hemisphere harvest and busily preparing their latest vintage of wines!  And\, although this latest vintage cannot possibly be ready for us to sample next Wednesday\, there are still a number of other options available on the shelves of your local wine shop. \nSo\, please consider joining us next week on Wednesday\, May 12th at 7:00 pm Eastern/New York time for the next installment of Wine Wednesday (or\, as Barry suggested last week\, “Weird Wednesday”!) when we gather to share the many wine possibilities available from Australia and New Zealand.  There is a lot of winemaking history in this area of the world. Australia has also had its share of difficulties in recent years with wildfires and subsequent smoke that have had a significant impact on winegrowers.  Lots of things for us to discuss! \nOh\, and\, please remember to send a photo of your wine bottle label (front and back) and e-Mail to WineCat@pa.net for inclusion in our PowerPoint parade during our Wine Wednesday presentation. \nWe look forward to seeing you next Wednesday\, May 12th at 7:00 pm Eastern/New York time!  Click  on the link below to join us then! \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97543850411?pwd=L1Z5aGVVb1p6c3hyd3JUaTg2ZFAxUT09 \nMeeting ID: 975 4385 0411\nPasscode: 564863 \nOne tap mobile\n+13126266799\,\,97543850411#\,\,\,\,*564863# US (Chicago)\n+16465588656\,\,97543850411#\,\,\,\,*564863# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\nMeeting ID: 975 4385 0411\nPasscode: 564863\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adqttHl4Gu
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Wines for Cinco de Mayo
DESCRIPTION:Wines For Cinco de Mayo      by Marty Cook \nHappy Cinco de Mayo!  Cinco de Mayo is an annual Mexican celebration held on May 5.  The date is observed to commemorate the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla\, on May 5\, 1862.  This event is not a federal holiday in Mexico and has actually become a bigger celebration in the United States than it is in all of Mexico.  As I always say\, “Whatever excuse you need to party!” \nAlthough Cinco de Mayo means mucho margaritas for many\, there are many wines that pair well with your favorite Mexican dishes.  Some of the best wines for Cinco de Mayo\, along with some Mexican dishes with which you can pair them\, are suggested in great detail in the “Wine ‘Til Sold Out” blog entitled From The Vine\, located at https://www.wtso.com/blog/the-best-wines-for-cinco-de-mayo/.  Another excellent source for wines to consider and wines to avoid when pairing with Mexican foods is a blog entitled Betty’s Wine Musings\, which can be found at https://www.bettyswinemusings.com/pairing-wine-with-cinco-de-mayo.  Please check out these links or Google for “Wines for Cinco de Mayo” and you will find a wealth of information! \nPlease join our Cinco de Mayo celebration on Wednesday\, May 5th at 7:00 p.m. Eastern/New York time at the Zoom link shown below. \nAnd\, as always\, please remember to take photos of the front and back labels from the wine you plan to feature and send them to us at WineCat@pa.net by Noon on Wednesday so that they can be included in our PowerPoint slide lineup for our Cinco de Mayo Wine Wednesday! \nWe look forward to seeing you on Cinco de Mayo! \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://zoom.us/j/93102404761?pwd=dXRBYVhvV05NSzI0dmUwSFpaQndmQT09 \nMeeting ID: 931 0240 4761\nPasscode: 148186 \nOne tap mobile\n+16465588656\,\,93102404761#\,\,\,\,*148186# US (New York)\n+13017158592\,\,93102404761#\,\,\,\,*148186# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\nMeeting ID: 931 0240 4761\nPasscode: 148186\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abYGwZcMw2 \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-05-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T190000
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Wines of South America
DESCRIPTION:Wines of South America   by Marty Cook \nWe continue on our Odyssey in pursuit of the world’s best or most interesting or least known wines.  Our next installment will be “Wines of South America” and will take place on Wednesday\, April 28th at 7:00 p.m. Eastern/New York time.  So\, find the South American wine of your choosing and join us at the appointed time! You have several wine-producing countries from which to select a wine.  Will it be a Tannat from Uruguay?  How about a Bonarda from Argentina?  Or\, there is always Carmenere from Chile!  Of course\, a wine from Brazil would qualify; but\, even the Brazilians I know tell me that Brazil makes terrible wines.  Hey? Who am I to say?  Just repeating what I have been told! \nAnyway\, grab a bottle of wine from South America and meet with us on the Zoom link below at the appointed time this coming Wednesday\, April 28th at 7:00 pm Eastern/New York time.  And\, as a reminder\, please photograph the front and back label of the bottle you choose and e-mail it to WineCat@pa.net so that we can include it ahead of time in next Wednesday’s PowerPoint slide presentation. \nWe hope to see you on hand to feature your wine with the rest of the crew!  We have a great time and would like to include you in our fun! \nhttps://zoom.us/j/98871872532?pwd=dlhQRzQ3bEZGQmZjNzU5VkZUNld0UT09  \n Meeting ID: 988 7187 2532\nPasscode: 643389\nOne tap mobile\n+13017158592\,\,98871872532#\,\,\,\,*643389# US (Washington DC)\n+13126266799\,\,98871872532#\,\,\,\,*643389# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\nMeeting ID: 988 7187 2532\nPasscode: 643389\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aZaXGDtTl
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-04-28/
LOCATION:Wherever YOU Connect with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Informal,Social,Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T190000
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ European Wines Outside France and Italy
DESCRIPTION:by Marty Cook \nSimilar to the way in which many of us consistently seem to buy wines made from the same 15 – 18 grapes\, it seems that many of us also tend to choose our European wines primarily from France and Italy.  The interesting thing is that the vast majority of European countries make wine\, and a number of those countries have centuries old winemaking traditions! \nOur challenge for this coming Wine Wednesday\, April 21st at 7:00 p.m. is to choose a wine from Europe\, anywhere other than France or Italy.  The obvious fallback choices are Spain\, Portugal\, and Germany; but\, what about Hungary\, Romania\, Slovenia\, Switzerland\, Austria and Greece?  Or\, maybe you can find wines from some really obscure or out-of-the-way countries\, such as Israel or the Caucuses or beyond? \nSo\, your mission\, should you choose to accept it\, is to research the possibilities and find a wine you can feature this coming Wednesday that has its origins in a European country other than France or Italy!  And\, by the way\, Corsica\, Sardinia\, and Sicily are off limits too\, as they are technically owned by either France or Italy! \nAs usual\, please remember to photograph the front and back labels of your bottle and e-Mail them to WineCat@pa.net no later than Wednesday noon\, so that they can be included in our PowerPoint slides for that evening’s get-together! \nWe look forward to seeing you on Wednesday\, April 21st at 7:00 pm on the Zoom link below! \n  \nhttps://zoom.us/j/98434315367?pwd=RFNSLzdieXR4aVlpUm9sdXBadkFHUT09 \nMeeting ID: 984 3431 5367 \nPasscode: 123865 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,98434315367#\,\,\,\,*123865# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,98434315367#\,\,\,\,*123865# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 984 3431 5367 \nPasscode: 123865 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/acEi13c9SA \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-04-21/
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Wines made from Hybrid Grapes
DESCRIPTION:Wines Made from Hybrid Grapes       by Marty Cook \nWe are all familiar with the short list of so called “Noble Grapes” that includes such favorite European or Vitis vinifera grape varieties as Cabernet Sauvignon\, Merlot\, Chardonnay\, and Riesling.  But\, what about grape varieties with names such as Seyval Blanc\, Chambourcin\, Norton\, Traminette\, Vidal Blanc\, and Vignoles?  This latter group is comprised of Hybrid grape varieties.  But\, what is a “Hybrid”? \nAccording to Wikipedia\, “Hybrid grapes are grape varieties that are the product of a crossing of two or more Vitis species.  This is in contrast to crossings between grape varieties of the same species.”  So\, a Hybrid is the crossing of two species of grapes\, such as Vitis vinifera and\, say\, Vitis labrusca or Vitis aestivalis.  A quick check on Google renders any number of possibilities for Hybrid wine grape varieties.  A good source of such wines (if not your wine cellar) would be virtually any winery east of the Rockies.  Curious for more on hybrid grape varieties?  Check out these articles from Wine Folly and Wine Enthusiast. \nSo\, do your best to locate a representative bottle of wine made from a Hybrid variety or from a blend of Hybrid varieties and join us for Wine Wednesday on April 14th at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the Zoom link shown below! \nAnd\, as always\, please send a photo of the front and back labels from the bottle you choose to feature and send those photos to WineCat@pa.net for inclusion in our Power Point Presentation for next Wednesday evening.  We look forward to seeing you! \nhttps://zoom.us/j/93200869048?pwd=Q05jbnpVdlpSY3VzZmo3K2ZMd3ljdz09 \nMeeting ID: 932 0086 9048\nPasscode: 081795 \nOne tap mobile\n+16465588656\,\,93200869048#\,\,\,\,*081795# US (New York)\n+13017158592\,\,93200869048#\,\,\,\,*081795# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\nMeeting ID: 932 0086 9048\nPasscode: 081795\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abswGQ24p7
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-04-14/
LOCATION:Wherever YOU Connect with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Informal,Social,Virtual via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T190000
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ The Joys of Cheap Wine
DESCRIPTION:Wine Wednesday ~ “The Joys of Cheap Wine”    by Marty Cook \nThis installment of Wine Wednesday is inspired by the book of the same title by Henry Billings. If you have never picked up a copy of this easily read yet hilarious primmer extoling the virtues of cheap wines\, then you are missing out!  So\, whether you are a closet Cribari drinker or someone who cut their teeth on a jug of Gallo Hearty Burgundy\, this book (and\, the topic of cheap wines) is for you! \nPull your pride up by its bootstraps\, summon up your inner cheapskate\, latch onto a bottle (or\, box… or\, jug) of your favorite plonk and join us on the Zoom link shown below this coming Wednesday evening\, April 7th at 7:00 p.m. for the antithesis of wine snobbery as we poke a little fun at all of those wines whose names you cannot pronounce!  For this exercise\, we will define “cheap” as any wine that is $15 or less (per bottle\, box\, or jug). \nOh\, and\, be sure to take photos of the front\, and if appropriate\, back labels of your favorite rotgut and send them to WineCat@pa.net for inclusion in our PowerPoint Parade of Plonk! \nZoom connect information is below. \nhttps://zoom.us/j/99263991751?pwd=ZzNKRlFTbDJNNGtpM2hFc213b1pQUT09  \nMeeting ID: 992 6399 1751\nPasscode: 581490\nOne tap mobile\n+16465588656\,\,99263991751#\,\,\,\,*581490# US (New York)\n+13017158592\,\,99263991751#\,\,\,\,*581490# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\nMeeting ID: 992 6399 1751\nPasscode: 581490\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab77dZscZ \n  \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-04-07/
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Wines For the Passover and Easter Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Wine Wednesday ~ Wines For the Passover and Easter Seasons    by Marty Cook \nWhat are you serving this season?  Just as important is the wine or wines that you will pair with that food!  Have a traditional pairing?  Or\, need ideas? \nThis seasonal fare is generally lighter fare.  Wines that work are generally light to medium bodied\, often lacking in tannins\, and frequently white or rosé.  These wines may include everything from Pinot Grigio to Beaujolais and everything in between. \nSearch online for help\, if you wish\, or visit your local wine shop for a chat with the resident Wine Specialist and pour over the shelves of possibilities.  Sauvignon Blanc?  If so\, from where?  Pinot Noir?  Again\, location-location-location.  What about something off the beaten track?  A Furmint from Hungary\, perhaps?  Or\, a Verdicchio from Jesi\, Italy?  Or\, default to a traditional rosé from Provence\, France?  Whatever you choose\, we look forward to being surprised at its unveiling at our next Wine Wednesday on March 31st at 7:00 p.m.  Join us then on the Zoom link listed below for an hour of entertaining chatter as we toast the season! \nOh\, and\, remember to take photos of the front and back labels on your wine choice and e-mail those to WineCat@pa.net for inclusion in our PowerPoint display.  We look forward to you being on hand! \nJoin Our Zoom Meeting by clicking on the following link: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/93944060237?pwd=T1pkNkEyNllNeE0reGVQQmhiYkw1Zz09 \nMeeting ID: 939 4406 0237 \nPasscode: 995067 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,93944060237#\,\,\,\,*995067# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,93944060237#\,\,\,\,*995067# US (New York) \n  \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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 939 4406 0237 \nPasscode: 995067 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aGa3L5hAP \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-03-31/
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesdays ~ Red Blends
DESCRIPTION:Wine Wednesday Featuring Red Blends          by Marty Cook \nOur next Wine Wednesday on March 24th features Red Blends!  This event falls on the heels of our Saint Patty’s Day Wine Wednesday when we featured White Blends\, some of which “accidentally” turned green!  Leprechauns may have been involved.   Everyone enjoyed themselves so much that we decided to move on from drinking white wine blends to red wine blends of your own choosing. \nIf you would like to participate in the fun\, secure a bottle of a blended red wine of your choosing and connect on the Zoom link shown below at 7:00 p.m. EASTERN time on March 24th for our next Wine Wednesday!  Choose an old favorite\, or something you’ve been meaning to try\, or a new one that grabs your eye on the Fine Wine and Good Spirits Store shelf. \nAs always\, please remember to take a photo of the front label\, and if of interest\, the back/side labels on your bottle\, and e-mail them to WineCat@pa.net\, which enables us to include your wine label in our PowerPoint presentation next Wednesday.   Thank you! \nWe look forward to you joining in and sharing your wine finds with us! \nhttps://zoom.us/j/93709240047?pwd=ZDhtRncxbEZsUkNseUFXcUtzNTZUUT09  \nMeeting ID: 937 0924 0047 \nPasscode: 686857 \n  \nOne tap mobile \n+13017158592\,\,93709240047#\,\,\,\,*686857# US (Washington DC) \n+13126266799\,\,93709240047#\,\,\,\,*686857# US (Chicago) \n  \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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \nMeeting ID: 937 0924 0047 \nPasscode: 686857 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abUY3Wtj1a
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-03-24/
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Focus on White Blends
DESCRIPTION:Wine Wednesday – Focus on White Blends      by Marty Cook \nWine Wednesday fans are gearing up for an evening of white blends!  This may cause some of our faithful to go scrambling\, as the general preference among some is for red wines.  But\, as someone said last night\, that’s the purpose of these Wine Wednesday sessions\, i.e. to learn something new.  Several confirmed red lovers committed to leave their comfort zone\, and join in this white wine exploration next week. \nThe date and time for this virtual event is Wednesday\, March 17th at 7:00 p.m. Eastern.  Our sessions usually last an hour\, are a great deal of fun\, and are very informative. So\, please join us with a bottle of a white blend from the Bordeaux Region\, or the Southern Rhône\, or your favorite local or international winery.  Where it’s from doesn’t matter – just find a white blend to try\, and share your impressions with us. \nAlso\, remember to take a picture of the front label; and if of interest\, the side/back label and attach those photos to e-mail to WineCat@pa.net in advance\, so that your wine will be featured in the evening’s PowerPoint presentation. \nWe look forward to having you join us!   Please click on the following Zoom link to join us: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/93045566180?pwd=SDVicXNRN0d4RGY3aERrMmFwRXlPdz09 \n  \nMeeting ID: 930 4556 6180 \nPasscode: 755017 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,93045566180#\,\,\,\,*755017# US (Chicago) \n+16465588656\,\,93045566180#\,\,\,\,*755017# US (New York) \n  \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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \nMeeting ID: 930 4556 6180 \nPasscode: 755017 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aIG3mephv \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-03-17/
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ Wines of the Southern Hemisphere
DESCRIPTION:Wine Wednesday ~ Wines of the Southern Hemisphere      by Marty Cook \nAs we begin to wrap up our winter season in the Northern Hemisphere\, our neighbors in the Southern Hemisphere are entering their harvest season!  It is winemaking time every six months in the world\, depending on which half of the globe you inhabit. Just imagine chasing the harvest every six months!  Now\, that is something to add to the bucket list! \nFor the time being\, I must be content with administering to my responsibilities here in the north\, and many of you are probably in the same boat.  But\, that does not stop us from enjoying the fruits of the Southern Hemisphere wine growers! \nSo for next week’s Wine Wednesday\, bring a bottle of wine from “down under” to celebrate the 2021 Southern Hemisphere harvest!  That leaves it wide open for you to decide\, i.e. Australia\, New Zealand\, South Africa\, and South America (Chile\, Uruguay\, Argentina\, Brazil).   All grape varieties are fair game! \nAlso\, please take a photo of your wine label in advance and send a copy to WineCat@pa.net. We will share label photos to the screen on Wednesday evening. \nJoin us when we share our Southern Hemisphere wine discoveries with each other on Wine Wednesday\, March 10th at 7:00 p.m. Eastern. \nHere is the link that you can use to join us: \n https://zoom.us/j/92456583862?pwd=dUR1cE1jQ0NzZXRVZ1JxRXJuL0ZqUT09 \n Meeting ID: 924 5658 3862 \nPasscode: 387119 \nOne tap mobile \n+16465588656\,\,92456583862#\,\,\,\,*387119# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,92456583862#\,\,\,\,*387119# US (Washington DC) \n  \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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nMeeting ID: 924 5658 3862 \nPasscode: 387119 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/a3WhClWjD \n 
URL:https://pawinesociety.org/event-calendar/wine-wednesdays-weekly-free-virtual-gatherings-2021-03-10/
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SUMMARY:Wine Wednesday ~ The CONTINUED Quest for Lesser Known Grapes
DESCRIPTION:Wine Wednesday (the continued quest for lesser known grapes)                                  by Marty Cook \nOur Pennsylvania Wine Society Wine Wednesday event this past week was such a success that a consensus of its participants determined we should repeat the same theme again! \nFor those of you who were unable to attend our last Wine Wednesday\, the challenge was to avoid purchasing a wine for the event that belonged to the expanded Wine Folly list of eighteen Noble Grapes. \nTHE EIGHTEEN (alphabetized as a memory aid) \nCabernet Sauvignon \nChardonnay \nChenin Blanc \nGewurztraminer \nGrenache \nMalbec \nMerlot \nMoscato \nNebbiolo \nPinot Grigio \nPinot Noir \nRiesling \nSangiovese \nSauvignon Blanc \nSemillon \nSyrah/Shiraz \nTempranillo \nViognier \nFully 50% of the wine we drink comes from that list of eighteen grapes! In the meantime\, we overlook tasting wines that come from nearly 1\,400 other recognized wine grapes. \nIn the interest of combating homogeneity\, please purchase a wine made from grapes NOT on the list of eighteen Noble Grapes. This may take a bit of digging\, or you can just go to your nearest Fine Wine & Good Spirits store and ask your friendly neighborhood Wine Specialist for some help!  Below is a short list of possible lesser-known grape/wine selections that may give some idea from which to choose a wine made with a lesser-known grape varietal.  With nearly 1\,400 grape possibilities\, your success is ensured! \nHere is a short list of possible lesser-known grape/wine selections  \nAglianico\nAlbariño\nApremont (Jacquère is the grape)\nArneis\nBarbera\nBlaufränkisch (also known as Lemberger)\nBobal\nCarménère\nDolcetto\nDornfelder\nGavi\nGros Manseng\nMalvasia\nMarsanne\nMarselan\nMencia\nMondeuse\nMontepulciano\nMuscadet (Melon-de-Bourgogne is the grape)\nNero d’Avola\nPetit Manseng\nPetit Sirah\nPetit Verdot\nPinot Blanc\nPinotage\nRkatsiteli\nRoussanne\nSagrantino\nSaperavi\nTeroldego\nTorrontés\nTouriga Nacional\nVerdicchio\nVermentino\nZweigelt\nPlus\, there are any number of hybrid grapes from which to choose. Some of the above are actually hybrids of strictly V. vinifera parentage; but\, I am referencing the hybrids that have parentage from two grape species\, i.e. V. vinifera\, V. labrusca\, V. aestivalis\, and V. riparia. \nAlso\, please take a photo of your wine label in advance and send a copy to WineCat@pa.net. We will share label photos to the screen on Wednesday evening. \nJoin us Wednesday to share your discovery with everyone else that evening.  This past week’s lesser-known grapes tour was so interesting and enjoyable that the group elected to do it again next week – the best recommendation a gathering could have!   If you want to enjoy some mid-week social time over a glass of wine\, please consider joining us this coming Wednesday\, March 3rd at 7:00 p.m. Eastern for our next installment of Wine Wednesday! \nYou are invited to join us for a Zoom conference call on Wednesday 03.03.2021 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern. \nTopic: 03.03.2021 “Wine Wednesday” \nTime: Mar 3\, 2021 06:45 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nClick this link to join our Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/98618036026?pwd=U0p0aS9YRjBCa3JJSmM5U1JPditWUT09 \nMeeting ID: 986 1803 6026 \nPasscode: 352048 \nOne tap mobile \n+16465588656\,\,98618036026#\,\,\,\,*352048# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,98618036026#\,\,\,\,*352048# US (Washington DC) \n  \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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nMeeting ID: 986 1803 6026 \nPasscode: 352048 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abI11eiOfh \n 
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SUMMARY:Virtual Informal Gathering for National Drink Wine Day
DESCRIPTION:by Marty Cook \nSome of you may have participated in the “Wine Wednesdays” Virtual Wine Tasting (VWT) events that I hosted from late July 2020 through mid-November 2020. With the mounting pressures of other personal responsibilities\, I made the decision to discontinue those events before Thanksgiving. And\, although my other responsibilities have not lessened\, I am nonetheless bringing back these events by popular demand! \nOddly enough\, I intend to resume our Wine Wednesday series of VWT events on this Thursday\, February 18th\, at 7:00 pm\, which also happens to be National Drink Wine Day!  Then\, beginning on the following week (Wednesday\, February 24th)\, we will revert back to hosting Wine Wednesday events. \nThere is a new wrinkle to the resurrected version of this VWT series. All of us will join in the tasting with a bottle of wine of our own choosing. We will take turns “going around the room” to let everyone know what we are drinking\, where it is from\, how it tastes\, and any other pertinent information. Then\, in subsequent weeks\, we will all drink the same predetermined varietal or genre of wine. \nThere is no cost to join this event (other than the bottle of wine you bring with you). The length of this session will be approximately an hour. \nIf you are interested in attending\, please use the Zoom link information below on Thursday\, February 18th\, at 7:00 p.m.  No pre-registration required. \nThanks to all\, and I hope to see you on Zoom for National Drink Wine Day! \nTo join our Zoom meeting\, please click the following link: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/99912341758?pwd=bGppdjlQWURyZ1lwU3F3UXA2OFRjQT09 \nMeeting ID: 999 1234 1758 \nPasscode: 600585 \nOne tap mobile \n+16465588656\,\,99912341758#\,\,\,\,*600585# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,99912341758#\,\,\,\,*600585# 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+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nMeeting ID: 999 1234 1758 \nPasscode: 600585 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aekJ8l8DNC \n 
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