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We had a rockin’ date night Saturday at Monte de Oro Winery. The double bill of New Wave cult favorite Missing Persons (“Walking in LA”) and pop/punk rockers the Romantics (“What I Like About You”) thrilled the mostly local crowd, who came out to support Hospice of the Valleys. There is something magical about a concert in wine country. My … [Read more...]
We are celebrating our 3rd Grand Opening Anniversary and we need you! This economy has not made it easy for a new business to survive but here we are after 3 years and we're throwing a HUGE TASTING PARTY to thank you all and celebrate!! When I saw this Facebook post from Ginger Giordano, Dudley’s Wine and Gifts Marketing Director, I knew that … [Read more...]
All photos by Darla Castleberry I was excited to receive my first assignment from Taste of Temecula last Friday afternoon, and what a treat it was! This evening was the kick off to Callaway’s Summer Sunsets event which will be held on the patio each Friday evening for the next 9 weeks. We were met by the wonderful Denise Sutterfield of Callaway … [Read more...]
Take 6 wineaux women Add a delightful array of hors-d'oeuvres Stir in six lovely bottles of French wine from Bordeaux Sprinkle in generous portions of laughter and fun Gently fold all ingredients together Viola! You have a recipe for a beautiful thing. After a bit of whining, I was graciously invited to attend Linda Kissam's newly formed … [Read more...]
Recently, Wiens Family Cellars in Temecula, marked the grand opening of their latest feature designed to pamper and delight the most discerning wine connoisseurs. Already established as a leading purveyor of southern California big red wines with an enticing wedding venue, and hot summer nights entertainment headquarters, Wiens just added an … [Read more...]
In the Grimm’s fairy tale the princess Briar Rose was placed under a spell that put her in a deep sleep for 100 years. She lay enchanted in her castle behind a tall hedge of thorns until a fearless prince broke through the entangled garden to make her his love. The resemblances between the fairy tale and Briar Rose Winery are that they both are hidden … [Read more...]
I love being outdoors on a summer night. I love the warm mugginess after a hot July day, a day where the world seems to come to a standstill because of the excessive heat, but relents and encourages us to come out and play in the evening. The trees and flowers give off their musky scents, the westerly breeze sends the mercury dipping, but not too low - … [Read more...]
It was a perfect SoCal day, 86 degrees and a light breeze, a helicopter in the parking lot, a restaurant full of happy people. I must be at the right location.Today we are meeting with Don Reha to taste the seven new wines he has released. This is an unprecedented move for Don, as he normally releases wines when they are ready, or when the previous vintage … [Read more...]
Last Thursday the Taste of Temecula staff was fortunate enough to meet up with Melody and Chris Johnston owners of Middle Ridge Winery, at The Wine Collective. We were there to sample some wine, hopefully get a wine pick of the week. Done and done. Middle Ridge Winery currently has six varietals bottled with a few more aging away in barrels. This is quite … [Read more...]
Milagro is rewriting the rules for making wine in Southern California Tucked away past the Wild Animal Park is a fledgling winery poised to change all the rules for winemaking in Southern California. The winery is Milagro Farm Vineyards and Winery and they are crafting some exceptional wines. Milagro's winemaking efforts lead by Jim Hart, and yes that … [Read more...]
