Tuesday, March 21, 2006

Wine Fund buys Waiheke winery - Stuff.co.nz

Wine Fund buys Waiheke winery
Stuff.co.nz, New Zealand - 7 hours ago
The New Zealand Wine Fund has bought pioneering Waiheke Island winery Goldwater Estate for more than $10 million in a move that will create one of the largest ...


French wine firm livid after militants attack - Beverage Daily

French wine firm livid after militants attack
Beverage Daily, France - 12 hours ago
21/03/2006 - One of southern France��s biggest wine groups has pulled out of negotiations over a battle plan for the country��s ailing wine sector, days ...


Wine bus will roll regularly - Monterey County Herald

Wine bus will roll regularly
Monterey County Herald, CA - 13 hours ago
After a successful trial run last fall, the Monterey-Salinas Transit bus line -- which delivered wine lovers from downtown Monterey to Carmel Valley wineries ...


INSIDE: 404 Wine Bar
MetroMix - Sights: Warm, inviting and romantic, 404 Wine Bar is lit only by the tea lights on the tables and a few copper sconces. Named for a Moroccan cafe that owner Phyllis Carlucci visited regularly in Paris, the bar's low light creates a gentle mood ...

REGION BRIEFS
Pueblo Chieftain - LEADVILLE - Ski Cooper will host its first Telefest for avid telemark skiers starting at 8 a.m. Saturday. Following registration, events will include a rondonee rally, a slalom race and a telecross event. Cost to participate in all three events, plus ...

Ore. wine country faces crossroads with new hotel
kgw.com - Every weekend, somewhere between hundreds and thousands of wine lovers hop into fleets of private vehicles, rented limousines and tour buses to relish the mystique of the northern Willamette Valley's wine country. AP photo Kathleen Parry; Veronica ...

Monday, March 20, 2006

Wine drinkers go gaga for critter-covered labels (The State)
A fish, a monkey, a kangaroo �� Americans just can��t get enough of the animals swimming, swinging and hopping onto wine labels.

CATHERINE RABB | ON WINE: Is Italy's prosecco the new `in' drink? (The Charlotte Observer)
Flipping through the gossip magazines at the grocery store, I saw a photo of Hollywood starlets sharing a bottle of wine on a restaurant patio.

Ever wonder why you're a wine drinker ... or not? (The Charlotte Observer)
From "History in a Glass: Sixty Years of Wine Writing from Gourmet" (Modern Library, $24.95):

Sunday, March 19, 2006

Wine away your summer - Financial Express

Wine away your summer
Financial Express, India - 20 hours ago
... Summer is undoubtedly the most challenging season for a wine drinker. ... It is just that our taste for wine is influenced by the weather. ...
Delegat&'s Group picks turbulent time to float Stuff.co.nz
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Wine sips - The Herald

Wine sips
The Herald, WA - 7 hours ago
City Deli & Wine Shop, 102 Ave. D, Snohomish; 360-568-0369. Wines by the glass daily, informal tastings 1 to 4 pm Saturdays, wine dinners every other month. ...


Wine shop draws following - The Daily Advertiser

Wine shop draws following
The Daily Advertiser, LA - 7 hours ago
Patty Atkinson readily admits she&'s no wine expert. In fact, under ... like," Atkinson said. "For me, Philippe makes wine shopping easy.". ...


Thursday, March 16, 2006

Young wine writer award up for grabs - decanter.com

Young wine writer award up for grabs
decanter.com, UK - 6 hours ago
Hot on the heels of the Women of Wine organisation offering its travel bursary, the Circle of Wine Writers has announced a collaboration with Websters ...
Women of Wine offer travel bursary decanter.com
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Food and wine - San Jose Mercury News

Food and wine
San Jose Mercury News,  USA - 23 hours ago
... Information: (408) 738-2582, ext. 173. Spring Wine Dinner. 6:30 pm March 24. ... 7 pm March 24. J. Lohr Vineyards & Wine, 1000 Lenzen Ave., San Jose. $85. ...
Wine Events Inside Bay Area
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Food and wine calendar - Miami Herald

Food and wine calendar
Miami Herald, FL - 14 hours ago
Boardroom Wine Dinner: Wine-and-cheese reception and five-course dinner includes broiled sea scallops wrapped in bacon, tuna tartar, lamb chops and grilled ...
What&'s sure to be jumpin&' on St. Patty&'s day Miami Herald
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Tuesday, March 14, 2006

War of words uncorks a war of wine in Spain (International Herald Tribune)
In the struggle over autonomy between Spain and the Catalonia region, of which Barcelona is the capital, a new weapon of rather less than mass destruction has emerged: sparkling wine.

Wine industry faces another dry white season (South African Wine News)
While a surplus at wine cellars gave rise to a 'wine lake' theory three years ago, it now seems that a large wine drought is imminent.

Ancient Site of 'Water into Wine' Miracle Discovered (KYW News Radio 1060)
Israeli archaeologists have discovered the ruins of the ancient Jewish settlement Kafr Kana ("Kana of Galilee") -- where, according to the New Testament, Jesus transformed water into wine.

Monday, March 13, 2006

Napa Valley Wine Name Used In Lottery Scam
NBC 11 - RUTHERFORD, Calif. -- The operator of a Napa Valley winery is pretty upset after finding out the name of his winery was used in a lottery scam. Charles Sawyer of Rutherford-based Sawyer Cellars knew something was wrong when a stranger called wanting ...

Wine shelves stocked for sophisticated buyers
News-Press - Southwest Florida's wine scene has changed dramatically in recent years. For one thing, says financial planner Tom Uhler, a connoisseur and former wine shop owner who moved to Fort Myers 30 years ago, "Total Wine & More changed everything.'' That's ...

Lawmakers reach tentative compromise for Indiana wineries
WNDU - Indiana - Lawmakers reached a tentative compromise to allow Indiana's 31 wineries to ship wine to their in-state customers. The legislation would create a direct wine seller's permit so Indiana wineries and those in other states could ship to Indiana ...

Research suggests compounds in red wine may help fight gum disease (WIS-TV Columbia)
(National-NBC) March 10, 2006 - If you've been drinking a glass of red wine a day to protect your heart, you may be helping your mouth as well. New research suggests compounds in red wine may help fight gum disease.

Red wine may help you stay long in the tooth (Daily Telegraph)
Yet more good news for those who like a glass or two of red wine: researchers have claimed that it is good for your dental health.

'Red wine is perfect for your pearly whites' (Hindustan Times)
Researchers have revealed that components found in red wine can help in preventing and treating inflammatory periodontal diseases. Recent studies have also shown that red wine, and particularly grape seeds, possesses anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor activities and prevent heart disease.

DiCarlo's Grand & Western
WBBM - DiCarlo's Grand & Western offers an extensive selection of wine, domestic & imported beers, and spirits at the best prices around. Our knowledgeable staff is here to help you with all your needs. DiCarlo's Grand & Western offers an extensive ...

Chicken `N Wine
Quad Cities Onlines - Place chicken in ungreased 9x13x2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Combine flour in 1/4 cup of the sour cream. Add soup, wine, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining sour cream. Pour over chicken. Place mushrooms on top and ...

Not Your Mother's Shower
Daily American Online - If you've been to a wedding shower recently, you've probably noticed the time-honored tradition is changing. The typical Sunday afternoon gathering of ladies playing word games and snacking on pastel Jordan almonds has been replaced by sophisticated ...

Sunday, March 12, 2006

Wine deal poured - Newsday


Pravda
Wine deal poured
Newsday, NY - 14 hours ago
The European Union and the United States signed a new wine deal Friday that recognizes and protects regional designations, including Long Island, and allows ...
Europe, US wine accord OKs shunned aging method San Jose Mercury News
Europe, US sign accord on wine Chicago Tribune
EU and US toast wine deal to end 20 years of haggling Globe and Mail
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Limits on wine sales proposed - Bloomington Pantagraph

Limits on wine sales proposed
Bloomington Pantagraph,  USA - 1 hour ago
BLOOMINGTON - It may be harder to enjoy a homegrown, Illinois wine for dinner if the state legislature stops local grape growers from selling directly to bars ...


Oregon Wine & Travel: Yakima Wines Come to Portland - Beach Connection

Oregon Wine & Travel: Yakima Wines Come to Portland
Beach Connection, OR - 10 hours ago
(Portland, Oregon) - The Old World Forestry Center in Portland will be the host to a special wine tasting event spotlighting Yakima Valley wines, with a ...