Category Archives: 2005

Alexander Valley Vineyards Tasting

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!

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

Gewurztraminer

Sorry, this took so long to post, I have been very busy with work and other things. I spent last weekend with about 50 other people building a web application called www.holaneighbor.com. It’s about creating a community in your area. … Continue reading

Posted in 2005, 2006, Alsace, Arrowine, Calvert Woodley, Emmental, Gerwurztaminer, Italy, MacArthur, Rodmans, Roquefort, Southeastern New Endgland, Virginia, White | Leave a comment

Malbecs!

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

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

Two Blondes, a Brunette and Five Reds – Big Bodacious Blends Part 1

Tuesday, September 18! 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! These are some tasty juice! The wines we will … Continue reading

Posted in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, Bell's Wine and Spirit, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Calvert Woodley, Carigane, Fromage d' Affinois, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Out of Site, Pearsons, Provolone, Provolone Picante, Red, Sangiovese, Shiraz, Total Wine and More | 4 Comments

Little Gems from California

FINALLY!!!! The time has come when we can all gather and taste wonderful wines. I hope our little intermission has allowed you to relax, travel,spend time with family and friends, and taste some fabulous Vino. In August I traveled to … Continue reading

Posted in 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, Belletoile, Brie, Cabernet Franc, Calvert Woodley, cow's milk, Cuvee, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Red, sheep's milk, Triple Cream, Zinfandel | 1 Comment