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May
16
11:00 AM
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2 attended (est.) –
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Hey Wine Lovers! I know many of you are lovers of the fruit of the vine, now is your chance to enhance your knowledge in a fun, relaxing, and tasting educational class. Wine 101: Wine Tasting Basics. This 3 hour wine education class teaches you how to taste like a professional, learn how to identify flavors, aromas, and textures in wine. Do a hands on sensory evaluation, and learn key skills to be able to taste blind! and more! We have a ZERO TOLLERANCE for wine snobs at this event, everyone at every skill level is more than welcome to join us. meet other wine'o'phi les and have fun in a relaxed and educational environment. Cost is $49.00, reservations are required, SORRY NO WALK INS are accepted! Call to make your reservation at 925-372-3202.
Cost:
$49.00
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Apr
21
6:00 PM
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4 attended (est.) –
4.502
I am holding a wine-tasting to celebrate Earth Day at Cafe Casa in Berkeley. There will be a selection of 6 organically and biodynamically-produced wines along with appetizers. Cost is $20 at the door. Please be there by 6:15. You will recognize me from my photo on the website. Thank you and hope to see some more East Bay Wine Lovers there!
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Cafe Casa
Berkeley,
CA, 94702
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Mar
29
10:00 AM
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38 attended (est.) –
5.001
Our first stop of the day will be at Castello di Amorosa Rising above the hills in the Napa Valley is Castello di Amorosa, which translates to the castle of love in Italian. Castello di Amorosa, an authentic-styled, 12th century Tuscan castle-winery complete with high walls and five defensive towers and over 30 acres of estate vineyards. It was built over a 15-year period by Dario Sattui, a fourth generation winemaker and owner of V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena, California. The Wall Street Journal cited Castello di Amorosa as a must-see destination, and more recently, the Contra Costa Times included Castello di Amorosa as one of the top destination wineries in the country. After decades of research, planning and studying medieval castles in Italy and Europe, Sattui commenced building in 1994. The Castello evolved to include 121,000 square feet, 107 rooms, (of which 95 are used for winemaking or wine storage) 8,000 tons of hand-squared stone, 8 levels (4 above ground, 4 below) 900 linear feet of caves, a great hall with two-story Italian frescoes, a drawbridge and a moat. Reminiscent of old world castles, the Castello also has a dungeon and torture chamber, secret passage ways, courtyards, loggias, a church and stables. Finally, at 12,000 square feet, the wine barrel room is, perhaps, the single most impressive barrel room in the U.S. and is constructed with ancient Roman cross-vaulted ceilings. The Castello, however, is merely a backdrop to showcase some of the Napa Valley’s best wines. The vineyards surrounding the Castello are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Primitivo and Sangiovese grapes which produce low yields and intensely flavored wines. The internationally acclaimed wines are primarily Italian varieties that pair well with foods from around the world. Currently producing 15,000 cases per year, the wines are sold only at the winery, directly to the consumer.
Our next stop will be at V. Sattui Winery, a family-owned winery established in 1885. V. Sattui's award-winning wines are available exclusively at the winery; there is no outside distribution. This winery is overwhelmingly rated by visitors as a "must" stop. Lunch will be on your own, available in V. Sattui's large gourmet cheese shop and deli. There is a large picnic area next to the winery building and vineyard where you can enjoy your lunch and the beautiful grounds and view. Our final stop of the day will be at Beringer Vineyards. No winery more thoroughly embodies the timeless appeal of Napa Valley than Beringer Vineyards, a benchmark producer in Napa Valley since its founding in 1876. Beringer Vineyards is the oldest continuously operating winery in the Napa Valley. In 2001, the estate was placed on the National Register for Historic Places as a Historic District. Now in its third century of crafting classic wines from Napa's finest appellations and vineyards, Beringer today is guided by its rich heritage and tradition while utilizing cutting-edge techniques to producing memorable and elegant wines from great vineyards up and down the Napa Valley
Cost:$69.99 per person, includes transportation, all tasting fees, and Amazon charges. Wineries we will visit:
Castello di Amorosa
V.Sattui
Beringer We will depart from the Holiday Inn, Vallejo (across from 6 Flaggs) at 10 am and return at approximately 5 pm
Cost:
$69.99
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Holiday Inn
Vallejo,
CA, 94589
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Mar
14
9:30 AM
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42 attended (est.) –
5.001
Enjoy a day of wine tasting in Amador
You'll visit the following wineries: Montevina
Deavers Winery
Dobra Zemjla
6 hour Amador Wine Tour includes the following:
-Luxury motorcoach
-Complimentary beverages and pastries
-On board raffle with great prizes
-picnic lunch, sandwich, beverage, pasta dish, pastry Please arrive at the Sacramento Convention Center by 9:45am
Parking is only $5.00 at the parking garage on 11th and Jst, (Going down Jst make Right on 11th, parking garage is across from Catholic Church.
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Cost:
$45.00
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Sacramento Convention Center
Sacramento,
CA, 95814
38.578824,-121.487892
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Feb
22
10:00 PM
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32 attended (est.) –
5.001
Since the singles of this group aren't appearing that interested, at only $35 it seems there are others who would like to go, so we are opening this up to anyone from this group who'd like to go and maybe the bus will get seated appropriately;-) So, come one, come all as this trip with a limo sells for $600+ on weekdays to those out of the area from the airport. Let's not take it for granted... this will be a blast! Keeping this information below for those who's last minute decision is based on this;-0 Thought maybe some of you more adventurous single types might like to make this trip with my fellow Sacramento Wine Lovers. We have at least 25 people registered so far and if there is more interest from this group I can pull from another group to allow for more RSVP's in this group, so keep watch if this "sells out" and hurry or you may miss out on one of the best wine regions in CA: "MiXx-Ology - The Art of Connecting People".
MiXx-Ology is Speed Dating meets Wine Tasting! What better way to meet a variety of great people, mix and mingle, and possibly make a lasting connection? MiXx-Ology is Sacramento's newest mixer exclusively for urban singles who desire a change from the typical nightclub event. We will meet at 10:15AM in front of the Sacramento Convention Center to board a luxury tour bus courtesy of Sacramento Wine & Nighlife Tours.
We really need some more single men to sign up (per others in another group coming;-). Enjoy a day trip of on-board activities, featured guest artists, and opportunities to meet everyone on-board while in route to the Lodi wine region to visit 4 popular wineries!
Micheal-David, Borra Vineyards, Vino Con Brio and D'Art Winery.
Cost: $35.00 per person, includes all tasting fees.
Parking is free downtown on Sundays.
Enjoy lunch on your own at Micheal-David cafe' ( http://www.lodivineyards.com/tasting.htm ) or bring your own lunch.
Cost:
$35.00
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Feb
7
11:00 AM
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5 attended (est.) –
5.001
Discover the Physiology of Taste... Understand your senses, learn how to identify by sight, smell, and taste the components of wine. Learn to identify the flavors, aromas, and textures of wine, and accurately be able to describe them. This class allows you to experience each of the the components of wine individually, by tasting, smelling, and feeling their texture. Learn how to blind taste like the professionals, identify all of those "buzz words" that are on the back labels of your favorite wine. By the end of the class, you will be able to clearly identify the 5 key components of wine, and accurately describe the flavors, textures, and aromas in wine, for example, "Black Cherries, with notes of tobbacco and cedar box"... After you've mastered the skills of the physiology of taste, there will be a chance to put your skills to work, with a selection of several fine wines from all over the world for your taste, evaluate, and enjoy. The class is limited to just 25 people, and NO walk in's will be accepted. ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. To register for this class, call our office at 925-372-3202. Discover the Physiology of Taste... Understand your senses, learn how to identify by sight, smell, and taste the components of wine. Learn to identify the flavors, aromas, and textures of wine, and accurately be able to describe them. This class allows you to experience each of the the components of wine individually, by tasting, smelling, and feeling their texture. Learn how to blind taste like the professionals, identify all of those "buzz words" that are on the back labels of your favorite wine. By the end of the class, you will be able to clearly identify the 5 key components of wine, and accurately describe the flavors, textures, and aromas in wine, for example, "Black Cherries, with notes of tobbacco and cedar box"... After you've mastered the skills of the physiology of taste, there will be a chance to put your skills to work, with a selection of several fine wines from all over the world for your taste, evaluate, and enjoy. The class is limited to just 25 people, and NO walk in's will be accepted. ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. To register for this class, call our office at 925-372-3202. Cost is just $49.00 per person, you must be at least 21 years old to attend this class with a valid Photo ID.
Cost:
$49.00
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Nov 08
29
2008
6:30 PM
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7 attended (est.) –
5.003
Now that you've overstuffed yourself with Turkey, the relatives and "extended" family have pissed you off to no end.. Now's the time to kick them out and enjoy a taste of the good life! We will be tasting a variety of bubbly & white wines from all over the world. Yes, bubbly does exist outside France and California! And there is definately life beyond Chardonnay! We need a minimum of 10 people to make this event happen! Reidel glassware will be provided during the event for your tasting pleasure! Meet other oenophiles (wine lovers) from the area, discuss the wines your tasting, and see if we can come up with a winner! Cost is just $20/pp, the more people we have the more wines we can open! To confirm your reservation, please call my office at 925-372-3202. a credit card number will be taken to hold your space at the event, but you will not be charged until the night of the event.
Cost:
$20.00
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Nov 08
1
2008
1:30 PM
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5.001
Who doesn't love Wine, Cheese & Chocolate? But do you know how to properly pair it? Join us for Pairings 102: Wine, Cheese & Chocolate.. This two hour tastebud tempting hands on pairing class will definately make your mouth water.. Taste hand crafted artisan cheeses from all over the world, and then pair them with a selection of international wines, and of course, chocolates. Unlock the mystery behind creating the perfect cheese plate, and why red wine does just go better with chocolate.. Cost is $49.00 for this 2 hour tasty fiesta... Limited to just 25 people.. Slots are already filling up! Reservations are REQUIRED in ADVANCE, Sorry no walk ins... Please call us to confirm your slot at 1-925-372-3202.
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Nov 08
1
2008
11:00 AM
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5 attended (est.) –
4.504
Hey Wine Lovers! I know many of you are lovers of the fruit of the vine, now is your chance to enhance your knowledge in a fun, relaxing, and tasting educational class. Wine 101: Wine Tasting Basics. This 2 hour wine education class teaches you how to taste like a professional, learn how to identify flavors, aromas, and textures in wine. Do a hands on sensory evaluation, component tasting, and more! We have a ZERO TOLLERANCE for wine snobs at this event, everyone at every skill level is more than welcome to join us. meet other wine'o'philes and have fun in a relaxed and educational environment. Cost is $49.00, reservations are required, SORRY NO WALK INS are accepted! Call to make your reservation at 925-372-3202.
Cost:
$49.00
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May 08
17
2008
10:00 AM
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6 attended (est.) –
No rating yet
3 digits for Zinfest vs 74 degrees on S.F. Bay;-) FUN, FUN, FUN Yes, we finally have an event posted! Yea! In the middle of San Francisco Bay sits Angel Island State Park, offering spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, the Marin Headlands and Mount Tamalpais. The island is also alive with history. Three thousand years ago the island was a fishing and hunting site for Coastal Miwok Indians. It was later a haven for Spanish explorer Juan Manuel de Ayala, a cattle ranch, and a U.S. Army post. Visit Angel Island State Park, the "Jewel of San Francisco Bay", by taking the 10-minute ferry ride from downtown Tiburon! Let's meet at the ferry about 10:30 and take the 11:00 over to Angels Island where we can enjoy the trails that wind around the island. I suggest arrange to arrive about 10:00 to park and walk to the ferry building. We will come back on the 5:20 ferry (last departure). The ferry leaves every hour, so if you don't make the 11:00 or you have to leave before 5:20, you can. The ferry schedule can be found at Schedule Information Fare: $13.50/per person roundtrip, plus $1.00/bicycle. This includes Angel Island State Park admission. Bring your picnic fixings and WINE, sunscreen, beach towels for sunbathing, sandcastle tools, hiking shoes if you want to hike, and of course bike if you want to bike. * Bicycles can be brought to the island on the ferry and used on the island's main roads. Bikes can also be rented seasonally.
* Dogs are not allowed on the island, service animals excepted.
* Roller skates, roller blades, skateboards, and scooters are prohibited.
* Bring camp stove or charcoal, no wood fires allowed.
* Night travel after sunset on the island is prohibited in some areas for park security and public safety. More info on the park can be found here: Visiting the Island Directions: From Sacramento: Start on 80 West. You have two options: Take Highway 37 West to San Rafael. At the junction with Highway 101, take 101 South; OR:
About 7 miles after crossing the Carquinez Bridge in Vallejo (no toll westbound, $4 toll eastbound), take the Richmond Pkwy exit. Follow Richmond Pkwy to 580 West. After crossing the Richmond - San Rafael Bridge ($4 toll westbound, no toll eastbound), follow the signs to Sir Francis Drake Blvd / 101 South. You will pass by the Larkspur ferry terminal on the left. Get on 101 South and continue for about 2 miles.
From 101 South, take the Tiburon Blvd exit, turn left over the overpass, and follow Tiburon Blvd 4 miles into downtown Tiburon. Turn right on Main Street. The ferry is located on the left-hand side of the street. MAP AND PARKING INFORMATION FREE PARKING is available at the dirt lot on the side of Tiburon Blvd. near the intersection with Lyford Drive, about 3.5 miles from Highway 101. It is a 10- to 15-minute walk to the ferry. Vehicles can be left for up to 72 hours, free of charge. Paid parking is also available ....see Directions and Parking for details Bikers meet at Blackies Pasture Rd. for a little warm up along the paved paths next to Richardson Bay through Belvedere. Link to Google Map We leave promptly at 10 AM from the parking lot. Please email me with questions or if anyone is looking for people to carpool with, put it on the message board.
I will email my cell phone for contact to those that RSVP "yes".
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