Merlot 101 - Red Rock Merlot News

Red Rock Merlot News

Sedona Announces Perfect Pairings Gourmet Getaway Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:26PMThe Bed and Breakfast Guild announces a brand new four day getaway designed to showcase the best Sedona has to offer in accommodations, dining and wine tasting. The package combines vineyard tours followed by a gourmet picnic, a gourmet cooking school experience with a local celebrity chef and a chef's table dining experience at a fine dining restaurant along with accommodations at one of the ...
Wine panel finds matches less than $25 for rib-eye steak Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:51PMEVANS CAGLAGE/DMN To find the perfect wine to drink with rib-eye steak, our panel of experts sampled 15 red wines from all corners of the world. The seven picks span six countries and range from light to bold, elegant to earthy.
Best of the best tasting rooms in Napa Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 7:52AMNapa Valley is home to hundreds of wineries, a land of plenty for wine lovers. The city of Napa itself hosts both estate wineries and a growing number of downtown tasting rooms. Here are our top picks for Napa tasting rooms, earning at least 2 1/2 out of a... San Francisco Chronicle - Napa - California - Chronicle - United States
Napa offers wide variety of wines from valley Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 7:52AMNapa, the city, is a nexus for virtually everything grown in Napa Valley - from the austere Cabernet of Stags Leap to the berried Pinot Noir of Carneros, plus sparkling wine, Zinfandel and even Roussanne. You'll get a full diversity of wine as you travel... San Francisco Chronicle - Chronicle - Varietal - Food - Wine
Expert judges announce top picks for Peoples Choice Wine Awards of Lake County Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 3:53AMLAKE COUNTY, Calif. – On Aug. 17 and 18, the Lake County Winery Association hosted its second annual People’s Choice Wine Awards professional wine judging at Langtry Estate and Vineyards in Middletown, California.
6 Reasons to Buy (a Ticket to) the Farm Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 4:55PMThe Feast in the Field at Queens County Farm = as locavore as it gets United States - Washington - Field - Agriculture - Sports
Robertson Treatment Syndicated Column (RTSC): A Conversation with Pam Grier Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 11:59AM*Pam Grier is a tough and beautiful actress who for nearly 40 years has successfully managed the turbulent thrill ride of maintaining a career in Hollywood. Beginning with her fierce portrayals of determined women fighting to bring change to their communities in 1970’s action films like “Coffey,” “Foxy Brown,” and “Get Sheba Baby,” to her [...]
Audrey’s Society Whirl: TVs Formidable Bad Girl Omarosa’s Got Plenty of Game! Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 11:06AM*Like other favorite first name only stars – Cher, Oprah, Diana, Beyonce, Madonna – Omarosa is also an easily recognizable brand having won infamy from her much talked about role on Donald Trump’s “The Apprentice” show where the two first met. The real estate and entertainment czar Donald J. Trump made it known after having [...]
6/23: Margaritas, a Mixer and Music Tuesday, June 22, 2010 @ 11:23PMCenter City Sips, Thrice in concert and the Rooftop Hop returns Arts - Music - Hip hop - Concert - Shopping
Burrowing owl’s Wines take flight Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 12:04PMIt’s named for a wee little owl, but it was a large osprey that took out power to the walk-in fridge. On the weekend of Spring Wine Festival, too. Fortunately for the team at Burrowing Owl, cellar temperatures are kept nice and low.
Painted Rock: building an Icon Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 11:19AMake an energetic and enthusiastic dreamer-entrepreneur type; add approximately 60 acres of stellar Okanagan terroir, mix in premium quality vines and a splash of winemaking expertise. The result: heart-wrenchingly beautiful wine, and one happy guy.
Fancy a glass of Chateau Rock Star? Tuesday, May 25, 2010 @ 6:29PMSting's is highly acidic and goes well with meatloaf. That belonging to Dave Matthews, the famous front-man of US middle-of-the-road rockers The Dave Matthews Band, is known for its subtlety and simplicity. The Parlotones, South Africa's answer to Coldplay, prefer something spicy, rich, plummy and fruity. They are all of a certain vintage, can oil the wheels of a slow-moving dinner party, and ...
Wine Stroll toasts nonprofits Wednesday, May 12, 2010 @ 5:08AMROYAL OAK — Downtown visitors can wine and dine for a fine cause Saturday when almost 20 restaurants and retailers offer an array of alcoholic beverages and appetizers to benefit two nonprofit groups.
Food and wine events Wednesday, May 12, 2010 @ 3:31AMBeer and wine tasting benefits Angels' Arms — Maryland Plaza will host a tasting of Missouri wines and specialty beers from MillerCoors from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday in the fourth annual "Corks for a Cause." Proceeds benefit Angels' Arms, a local group that provides foster homes.
A very uninformed woman’s guide to the NHL playoffs Thursday, April 15, 2010 @ 5:24PMIn recognition of the Stanley Cup’s trip to Whitehorse tomorrow, I thought I would wade into the pool of sports writers that are discussing their picks for this season’s NHL playoffs.
All you need is love: ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 12:53AMValentine's Day is nearly upon us, and with Cupid targeting everyone in sight, coming up with original V-day plans might be a bit daunting.
All you need is love: ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:57AMValentine's Day is nearly upon us, and with Cupid targeting everyone in sight, coming up with original V-day plans might be a bit daunting.
A sip and a taste of Australia at the Oakroom Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:44AMThe newly-opened Oakwood Premier in Ortigas Center is drawing in a good number of clients with its mix of hotel-like facilities and amenities, modern home conveniences, and 24-hour guest service and security.
All you need is love: ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:51AMValentine's Day is nearly upon us, and with Cupid targeting everyone in sight, coming up with original V-day plans might be a bit daunting.
Hawthorne Race Course Entries Friday, February 12, 2010 @ 8:04PMHawthorne Race Course
Wines of the World: Red wines we love Thursday, December 17, 2009 @ 4:53PMMany red varietals, many flavors, many textures, and many shades of red. Read on to find several that appeal to you. Our advice — unless your wine comes out of a cellar, 20 minutes in the refrigerator for most reds gives optimum taste. The fruit will be brighter and the tannin less harsh.
For bargain wines, this is a very good year Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 2:42PMIt's no surprise what goes through our minds when we're standing in front of the wine shelf, scanning for bargains. But what about the folks on the other side of the equation? What are the wine buyers thinking when they're scouting for deals?
Cold Springs Winery Monday, November 2, 2009 @ 12:25PMWhen to go:The tasting room is open year-round from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, and at other times by appointment; 366-7993. Eight or 10 tasters is all Cold Springs can handle well without special arrangements, co-owner Bill Ringert said; "It's hard to talk to 15 people at the same time."
Tasting Tour: Snyder Winery Tuesday, October 27, 2009 @ 11:06PMSnyder Winery
Wineries get into Halloween spirit Thursday, October 22, 2009 @ 3:53AMBERKELEY, Calif. - Splatter a bit of blood on your wine label and you might just have a seasonal superstar.
Hawthorne Race Course Entries for Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009 Wednesday, October 21, 2009 @ 9:00PMHawthorne Race Course
Halloween wines go red, white and boo Wednesday, October 21, 2009 @ 6:35AMBERKELEY, Calif. -- Splatter a bit of blood on your wine label and you might just have a seasonal superstar.At least, that's been the experience for Michael Machat, founder of Vampire Vineyards and a rather busy man this time of year.His wines, whic ...
Best Bets Friday, September 18, 2009 @ 2:22AMAs Brad Paisley states in "Welcome to the Future," his latest single: "Every day is a revolution." And the forward-looking, good-guy country star is making the most of every day on his current tour, which plays Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre in Greenwood Village tonight.
Red Red Wine - going for a song in Shropshire Saturday, September 12, 2009 @ 3:12AMRed, red wine is going for a song at a Shropshire supermarket. A range of drinks have been reduced at Waitrose, in Newport, throughout September.
Fall fashion: just a bit of edge Sunday, September 6, 2009 @ 2:25AMLook for leggings, boyfriend blazers and a hint of the '80s At Urban Chic, a fuzzy vest (Jack by BB Dakota, $62) pairs with an oxford shirt (Theory, $190) and denim leggings (Citizens of Humanity, $185). For more edge, add Charlotte Ronson boots ($199).
Wintergreen plans Romp, Stomp & Chomp harvest celebration Friday, August 28, 2009 @ 9:50AMWINTERGREEN — Wintergreen Winery will host its annual Romp, Stomp & Chomp Harvest Celebration from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 5 and 6.
Food feeds passion for two young wine gurus Wednesday, August 19, 2009 @ 1:50PMThe experience: The Lioco is delicious and refreshing with vibrant pear and citrus flavors and a super-clean finish. The Bin 36 is sharp, clean and vivid, a fresh and fleshy chardonnay for people who think they don't like chardonnay.
Win wine with [yellow tail] Monday, August 17, 2009 @ 7:34AMAcross the UK this summer, fun-loving Australian wine brand, [yellow tail], is launching a music and wine platform called the [yellow tail] Sample Sessions and its coming to you!
Opici Zinfandel Zin 91: Born in the U.S.A. Wednesday, July 1, 2009 @ 11:48AMKRTOn Saturday, toast America's birthday with a glass of an American wine, the 2006 Opici Zinfandel Zin 91. If there's any renowned grape that can claim an American heritage, it is zinfandel. France has cabernet sauvignon, merlot, syrah, pinot noir,...
Browse Columns Tuesday, June 16, 2009 @ 10:13AM57 stories found. Showing page 1 of 2.
GM's aura still thrills city drivers Tuesday, June 9, 2009 @ 2:16AMMichael Pranger knows that no one drove a Ford to the levee when the levee was dry. Nope, that would've been a Chevy.
Wineries breaking out their latest vintage for festival Monday, June 8, 2009 @ 6:49PMIn the trend-loving wine world, sometimes Merlot and Chardonnay are cast into the background and taken for granted. Who can forget the crushing blow for Merlot when Miles, the wine-loving character of the 2004 film Sideways, declared his disdain for the grape and adoration for Pinot Noir.[...]
Laurie Daniel: Pink outside the box — recommended ros s, $10-$20 Tuesday, June 2, 2009 @ 7:13PMI've long been singing the praises of dry rosé, especially for summer quaffing. These aren't the cloying 'blush' wines of old. I'm talking about pink wines that are juicy, refreshing and dry or barely off-dry. Many of them are also quite inexpensive.