Author Archives: efc

Stryker Sonoma Winery

Posted on February 28, 2008 by efc

Tuesday, February 26 promises to be a special night at the Washington Wine and Cheese Seminar. We will present five outstanding wines from the award wining Stryker Sonoma Winery. Louise Shelly and Jeff Kominers have done an outstanding job of … Continue reading →

Posted in 2003, 2004, Alexander Valley, Alexander Valley, Califorina, Red, Sonoma County, Speedy Creek Knights Valley, Zinfandel | 1 Comment

Italian Immigrant Winemakers in California.

Posted on February 20, 2008 by efc

Lynne Cool will be guest presenter for the class tomorrow night. This is one you will not want to miss. In addition to exploring the contributions of Italian winemakers to the wine culture of California, Lynne will discuss the much-disputed … Continue reading →

Posted in 2005, 2006, Bell's Wine and Spirit, Califorina, Calvert Woodley, Italy, Merlot, Red | 1 Comment

Wines I dreamed of in Iraq! (Not really but some really good granache)

Posted on January 21, 2008 by efc

Wines I dreamed of in Iraq! Well, since we have Two Blondes and and Brunette and Big A$% Reds, I thought I should have my own series. Since I’m not part of the writers guild I think its acceptable to … Continue reading →

Posted in 2004, 2005, 2006, Australia, Barrossa Valley, Granacha, Grenache, Malbec, Red, Spain | Leave a comment

The Malbec Tasting That Almost Was…

Posted on January 15, 2008 by efc

It was my intention to put together a very nice Malbec tasting for this Tuesday evening. I, along with a few friends, went to Pearson’s and asked Michael for his recommendations. We started with a wonderful Malbec which was medium … Continue reading →

Posted in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, Califorina, France, Granacha, Grenache, Red, Shiraz, Spain, Syrah | 1 Comment

Wines From Places You Probably have never been

Posted on November 27, 2007 by efc

I’m finishing up gathering the last two wines for my class this Tuesday (11/27/2007). The theme I have come up with is one that I have thought about for a long time. The theme is “wines from places you might … Continue reading →

Posted in 1995, 1997, 2002, 2005, A. Litteri, Bell's Wine and Spirit, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Califorina, France, Grenache, Italy, Mills Wine, Red, Rick's Wine and Gourmet, UnWined Wine and Gourmet, Vouvray, White, Wide World of Wine | 4 Comments

Zinfandels for Thanksgiving

Posted on November 21, 2007 by efc

It’s not too late to change your travel plans and leave Wednesday morning!!!! On Nov. 20th, Washington Wine and Cheese Seminar presented a tasting featuring five Zinfandels from California. It seems only fitting that as we prepare to feast on … Continue reading →

Posted in 2003, 2004, 2005, Califorina, Calvert Woodley, Horlick Sharp Cheddar, Lodi, Morbier, Napa, Red, Total Wine and More, Zinfandel | 1 Comment

Alexander Valley Vineyards Tasting

Posted on November 6, 2007 by efc

A representative from Alexander Valley Winery will be coming in to lead a Cabernet Sauvignon component tasting for us. Alexander Valley is prestigious family-owned winery in northern Sonoma County, California. Most of their production is reds. In addition to their … Continue reading →

Posted in 2005, 2006, Alexander Valley, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Garrotxa, Goat, Gorgonzola, Gorgonzola Picante, Malbec, Merlot, Red, Zinfandel | 1 Comment

BONJOUR!

Posted on November 1, 2007 by efc

Washington Wine and Cheese Seminar proudly presents Chateauneuf-du-Pape! This is a special $25 tasting featuring five excellent examples of the renowned C-du-P region. We have strained the budget to be able to present a tasting with not just one or … Continue reading →

Posted in 2004, 2005, Calvert Woodley, Chateauneuf du Pape, Epoisse, France, Parrano, Red, Total Wine and More | 3 Comments

Malbecs!

Posted on October 16, 2007 by efc

An all-Malbec tasting at WWCS. These are five of the best Malbecs from Chile and Argentina, carefully selected by Jean and by Dottie and John from the Wall Street Journal. Seriously–we’re going to enjoy the wines that the Wall Street … Continue reading →

Posted in 2004, 2005, 2006, Malbec | 1 Comment

Two Blondes, a Brunette, and Five Big Bodacious Reds Redux

Posted on October 2, 2007 by efc

bo·da·cious (adj.) : remarkable; outstanding. October 2nd, bring the the return of Two Blondes, A Brunette and Five Reds presented by Lori Draheim, Carol Rentz and Jill LaPanna. Our theme for this tasting is Big Bodacious Blends Part II. This … Continue reading →

Posted in 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carigane, Charbano, Chateauneuf du Pape, Cinsaut, Goat, Goat Gouda, Gouda, Grenache, GSM, Imperial Liquors, Morbiere, Mourvedre, Out of Site, Pearsons, Petite Syrah, Red, Syrah, Trader Joe's, Viognier, Wide World of Wine, Zinfandel | 7 Comments