tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38110916983304892802024-02-19T11:50:25.015-05:00GRAPE CRUSH BLOGFollow the Grape Girls on their wine-ventures... Get all the juice on wine tastings, events, education, excursions and more!Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.comBlogger138125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-8314761898279684312013-03-25T14:01:00.001-04:002013-03-25T14:01:25.380-04:00Best Self Atlanta Magazine Contest - Vote for Kyla Cox!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU8uGJW2tK5fufgYRlVaJzk1Iw-EKQ9ohATHYG6kTDD6-PVqcDTg6RrWuC0jtNwVLMCweg2INTqFvdiwck3yQ7tCsFm5x_dqXLMFzQs77gSIcrpLaJnizlI_c3qRCZUqgB1J98shJDzjg/s1600/GrapeCrush_logo.JPG" imageanchor="1" ><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU8uGJW2tK5fufgYRlVaJzk1Iw-EKQ9ohATHYG6kTDD6-PVqcDTg6RrWuC0jtNwVLMCweg2INTqFvdiwck3yQ7tCsFm5x_dqXLMFzQs77gSIcrpLaJnizlI_c3qRCZUqgB1J98shJDzjg/s320/GrapeCrush_logo.JPG" /></a><br />
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Our fabulous founder and fearless leader, <b>Kyla Cox</b>, has been selected by <a href="http://bestselfatlanta.com">Best Self Atlanta Magazine </a>as a finalist for their <b>3rd Annual Over 40 and Fabulous </b>contest. Please vote for her so that she can share her wonderful world of wine discovery in an upcoming issue! Click <a href="https://apps.facebook.com/contestshq/contests/318020/voteable_entries/66144069">here</a> to read her profile and cast your vote today. Don’t delay, the voting deadline is April 4th and winners are announced on April 12th. <br />
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The 10 nominees with the most votes will be featured in an upcoming issue and the overall winner will be featured on the cover of the magazine! We appreciate all your help in voting and spreading the word to cast a ballot for Kyla to share her “grape” story.<br />
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It’s that time again, when cupids arrows are flying and you want to step it up from flowers and a heart shaped box of chocolates or handing out boxes of conversation hearts at the office. Surprise someone special with an intimate couples tasting, make it a holiday everyone at the office can enjoy with a company tasting, or opt for a lively "ladies night in" - let the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grapegirlsatlanta">Grape Girls </a>bring the fun to your home, office or venue of choice!<br />
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For those with a sweet tooth, make your event a wine and chocolate tasting, where along with wine education (and lots of sampling) <br />
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<b>UPCOMING EVENT:</b> Revive those New Year resolutions with a wine tasting workout at our new <a href="http://insidethecellar.eventbrite.com">Inside the Cellar</a> wine seminar series beginning Feb. 20th!<br />
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Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-68570654536951435352012-12-20T13:07:00.000-05:002012-12-20T13:07:19.470-05:00Christmas Wine Tips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVffsKgqgPV1XY1CqObGHaSass4AmaLGCQh8kKieAOahAK-0zmBQiEGLBRW5aAaJfJhF5K5r2Ft0CH8JWFXiiski1b9__p45M3SrAwaszXdIgNAOeYDkw8Zr11WPiWuaxq7IASD6okOpI/s1600/wine_christmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear:left; float:left;margin-right:1em; margin-bottom:1em"><img border="0" height="73" width="110" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVffsKgqgPV1XY1CqObGHaSass4AmaLGCQh8kKieAOahAK-0zmBQiEGLBRW5aAaJfJhF5K5r2Ft0CH8JWFXiiski1b9__p45M3SrAwaszXdIgNAOeYDkw8Zr11WPiWuaxq7IASD6okOpI/s400/wine_christmas.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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For many people, the holiday season is a time jam-packed with activities and celebrations! Tree-decorating parties, family get-togethers, office parties, and that magical night of Christmas Eve. <br />
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To make sure your party guests are happy, it’s easiest to limit your wine selection to just two or three to alleviate confusion. A good all-around, popular white wine is a dry Riesling from Germany, the French region of Alsace, or the Finger Lakes region of New York. For a red, try a Pinot Noir from Burgundy, Oregon, or California.<br />
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However, if you want to start your holiday party with a bubbly, think about a Cava from Spain, a Prosecco from Italy, or a sparkler from California. These are good choices because they are light, crisp, and dry, they can successfully accompany many canapés and appetizers, and they don’t carry the price tag that Champagne from France does. For a drier style, look for the word “Brut” (dry) on the label. Want a little sweetness in your sparkler? An off-dry sparkler will say “Extra Dry” or “Extra Sec,” while “Sec” will indicate a slightly sweet wine, and “Demi-sec” is a sweet wine.<br />
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For a lot of families, their Christmas dinners are made up of many of the same dishes they celebrated with on Thanksgiving. For white wine lovers, options can include a dry to off-dry Riesling, an unoaked Chardonnay, a Gewürztraminer, Viognier, or Pinot Gris. A crisp, dry Rosé from the Tavel region of France’s Rhône Valley is an excellent food wine and pairs beautifully with baked ham and many of the side dishes at your Christmas dinner. For your red wine lovers, offer light- to medium-bodied wines such as Pinot Noir, Chianti Classico, or Beaujolais. Some families eat duck or goose as their Christmas dinner’s main course, and Pinot Noir goes especially well with these birds’ gamey qualities. For those who want a more full-bodied red, choose a Cabernet Franc, such as a Chinon from France’s Loire Valley, an Argentine Malbec, or a California Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon.<br />
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With dessert, be sure that the wine you serve is sweeter than the dessert , and that the weight of the wine matches the weight of the dessert. Many holiday desserts are made with chocolate, and a gorgeous wine that pairs deliciously with chocolate is Brachetto d’Acqui, a red Italian sparkler with a beautiful aroma of strawberries. Many fortified wines, such as tawny port, cream sherry, and Madeira, are fabulous with desserts.<br />
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And here’s something fun to sip on as you’re decorating your tree: mulled wine, a hot drink made with red wine (Merlot is an excellent choice), port, apple cider, oranges, apples, and spices! It’s also a tasty way to warm up when coming in from the cold! <br />
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Happy Holidays!<br />
Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-74772384321151554492012-12-11T10:43:00.000-05:002012-12-11T10:43:10.250-05:00Hanukkah Wines<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrYoFYu_dnrLxLWW18aFuZJeYmfYkzUBlryg2nZ9I0l1XqI9WhqxyfMvtmU3XlWNkT-drjF-IvzzIsLxfO2O6d5baexISUlmi4laojzFPgbDR5el9nVn9MswzAcUJal1Ibrwgug07U3dM/s1600/wine_hanukkah.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="73" width="110" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrYoFYu_dnrLxLWW18aFuZJeYmfYkzUBlryg2nZ9I0l1XqI9WhqxyfMvtmU3XlWNkT-drjF-IvzzIsLxfO2O6d5baexISUlmi4laojzFPgbDR5el9nVn9MswzAcUJal1Ibrwgug07U3dM/s400/wine_hanukkah.jpg" /></a></div><br />
<b>Q:</b> Our family is celebrating Hanukkah. What makes a wine kosher, and how do we select a good kosher wine?<br />
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<b>A: </b> Wine is deeply rooted in the celebration of Hanukkah, and the wine consumed during Hanukkah must be kosher. Kosher wine follows the strict guideline of dietary laws called kashrut. Below is a brief description of what makes a wine kosher.<br />
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The techniques used to make kosher wine are the same as those used to produce other wines; however, it must be made with only kosher ingredients, and it cannot come into contact with anything that is not kosher. A Sabbath-observant Jewish man must be involved in the processing and handling of the wine from harvest to bottling. The grapes used to make the wine must have been handled by a Sabbath-observant Jewish man, and the equipment used must be rabbinically certified without previous contact with non-kosher products. A non-Jew is not allowed to touch any of the equipment or raw products, and a rabbi must bless the facility and its wine. In addition, the label on the bottle must also have a hechsher, which is a seal that indicates kosher approval. An example of a hechsher is the “OU” symbol representing the Orthodox Union.<br />
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Mevushal wine is a type of kosher wine in which an extra step is taken during its production. It is heated to 194 degrees Fahrenheit; it is then deemed clean, even if non-Jews have handled it. This is the type of kosher wine that is typically served in restaurants.<br />
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Many wineries are now making kosher wines, so it is easier today to find a wide variety of kosher choices. Choose wines from Israel, made in the regions of Golan Heights, Yarden, or Upper Galilee. If you prefer to go with domestic kosher wines, try Herzog Wine Cellars or Hagafen Cellars, both located in California, the Kedem Winery in New York, or Manischewitz, a popular brand of kosher wines made in New York.<br />
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Happy Hanukkah!<br />
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Since November 2010, Debbie Jones has been the Senior Wine Consultant for Grape Crush Productions. Debbie is an integral part to the development of our wine tasting programs and ensures all of our amazing volunteers are well educated on the wonderful wines that they help pour at our events. Whether at our private tastings or major community events, she's always eager to share her love for wine with others. An Atlanta native, she holds the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) credential from the Society of Wine Educators and has been actively involved for years in wine and food events throughout the city. Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-83918177054951065082012-12-04T11:00:00.000-05:002012-12-04T11:00:46.789-05:00Now Casting (Chefs!) in Atlanta...<br />
A new food competition show that celebrates delicious, regional food all across America is now casting in Atlanta!<br />
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On Thanksgiving Day we’re thankful for Our blessings all year through,<br />
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For family we dearly love,<br />
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For good friends, old and new.<br />
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For sun to light and warm our days,<br />
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For stars that glow at night,<br />
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For trees of green and skies of blue,<br />
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We’re grateful for our eyes that see<br />
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The beauty all around,<br />
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For arms to hug, and legs to walk,<br />
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The list of all we’re grateful for<br />
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Our thankful hearts find new delights<br />
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Everywhere we look!<br />
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Happy Thanksgiving from the <a href="http://facebook.com/grapegirlsatlanta">Grape Girls</a>!<br />
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Cheers!Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-81459637825288419142012-11-20T12:59:00.002-05:002012-11-20T12:59:44.270-05:00Thanksgiving Day Wine Tips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht2iC2_3RLuFcwRtVdIIuU5_oPdsBui1P6MWqBYF8UjRQMp-OTE-muAPULWtCHhyphenhyphenxM_-U6eiSkCBuOAjEAQGPz1wWELg8nzBA7sn5qTvoyBkTRDuXQvObIxkp6JNvy56f84bFgCDMhxSY/s1600/Thanksgiving_wine.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="73" width="110" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht2iC2_3RLuFcwRtVdIIuU5_oPdsBui1P6MWqBYF8UjRQMp-OTE-muAPULWtCHhyphenhyphenxM_-U6eiSkCBuOAjEAQGPz1wWELg8nzBA7sn5qTvoyBkTRDuXQvObIxkp6JNvy56f84bFgCDMhxSY/s400/Thanksgiving_wine.jpg" /></a></div><br />
If turkey was the only dish eaten at Thanksgiving, it would be easy to choose the perfect wine! But many other dishes accompany the turkey in this traditional feast, and it’s all those side dishes, plus regional and family preferences, that can make wine pairings for Thanksgiving dinner so difficult. So here are some options for a variety of wines that will make your guests happy:<br />
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Go with a bubbly for the perfect starter. Think about a Cava from Spain, a Prosecco from Italy, or a sparkler from California. These are good choices because they are light, crisp, and dry, and they prepare the palate and the appetite for the meal to come without being heavy or filling. Look for the word “Brut” (dry) on the label.<br />
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For white wine lovers, a dry to off-dry Riesling is ideal. Its natural acidity makes it the perfect food wine. Choose a Riesling from Germany or the French region of Alsace. If Riesling just doesn’t fit the bill, Chardonnay is a classic option, but make sure it’s “naked” (unoaked), as oak can interfere with the tastes of the foods. (However, if there is sage in your dressing, this is a good reason to consider a red wine instead; sage can make white wines taste bitter.) More white options? Consider a Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, or Viognier.<br />
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Rosé is not just for spring and summer! The red fruit and berry flavors of a crisp, dry rosé make it an excellent food wine—it’s superb with baked ham. Look to the Tavel rosés from the Rhône Valley of France; they are dry and usually more full-bodied than most rosés, made mostly from Grenache.<br />
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Red wine lovers can’t go wrong with light- to medium-bodied wines such as Pinot Noir, Chianti Classico, or Beaujolais. A New Zealand Pinot Noir, with its herbaceous palate, can hold up to the sage in your dressing. Chianti Classico is soft and fruity. If you decide to serve a Beaujolais, chill it slightly to enhance the fruit a little. Want a red that is a little more full-bodied? Consider a Cabernet Franc, such as a Chinon from France’s Loire Valley, an Argentine Malbec, or a California Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon.<br />
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Finally, with dessert, be sure that the wine you serve is sweeter than the dessert , and that the weight of the wine should match the weight of the dessert. What goes well with the iconic pumpkin pie? Try a late harvest Riesling, a tawny port, a cream sherry, or a Madeira.<br />
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Happy Thanksgiving!<br />
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<i>Grape Girl Debbie</i><br />
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<b>Debbie Jones, CSW<br />
Grape Crush Senior Wine Consultant</b><br />
Since November 2010, Debbie Jones has been the Senior Wine Consultant for <a href="http://facebook.com/grapegirlsatlanta">Grape Crush Productions</a>. Debbie is an integral part to the development of our wine tasting programs and ensures all of our amazing volunteers are well educated on the wonderful wines that they help pour at our events. Whether at our private tastings or major community events, she's always eager to share her love for wine with others. An Atlanta native, she holds the Certified Specialist of Wine credential from the Society of Wine Educators and has been actively involved for years in wine and food events throughout the city. Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-80883994444545160292012-11-16T16:48:00.000-05:002012-11-16T16:57:44.921-05:00Sip & Shop for Toys for Tots! (Nov. 28, 2012)Please join us on <b>Wed., November 28th from 6-10pm </b>at the annual <a href="http://minglejingle.eventbrite.com"><b>Holiday Mingle Jingle </b></a>marketplace and benefit for our last BIG event of the year. Enjoy complimentary wine tastings and craft beer, live entertainment, food trucks and more while finding the perfect gift for the foodie, fashionista or wine enthusiast in your life. Donate a new unwrapped toy and YOU could be the winner of a free home or office wine tasting party (valued at $500), tickets to see the Cake Boss (LIVE in Atlanta) and other cool prizes! <a href="http://minglejingle.eventbrite.com"><b>MORE INFO</b></a><br />
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Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-64560835148963985642012-11-08T11:23:00.000-05:002012-11-08T11:46:34.231-05:00Happy International Tempranillo Day!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdaxNyBtDccQrRdG3vuriZ1y0M3dnAUSB-Z1VLOXgEu0DN5vWYRirzEJWrUWWJ8GK-nStLZT9vxmv8jioyaDt0u6B1Yx-12oBd8jbuGGs0wlosBXZfdbOe5_kTZAfC3g6UNZ_WNT7MrpM/s1600/Tempranillo+Day.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear:left; float:left;margin-right:1em; margin-bottom:1em"><img border="0" height="190" width="135" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdaxNyBtDccQrRdG3vuriZ1y0M3dnAUSB-Z1VLOXgEu0DN5vWYRirzEJWrUWWJ8GK-nStLZT9vxmv8jioyaDt0u6B1Yx-12oBd8jbuGGs0wlosBXZfdbOe5_kTZAfC3g6UNZ_WNT7MrpM/s320/Tempranillo+Day.jpg" /></a></div><br />
TAPAS – Tempranillo Advocates, Producers and Amigos Society – is a nonprofit trade association of over one hundred wineries, growers, and amigos, whose mission is to promote Tempranillo and other varietal wine grapes native to the Iberian Peninsula, and wines produced from them in North America.<br />
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In 2011, TAPAS organized the first annual <b>International Tempranillo Day</b>: A celebration of the Tempranillo grape with all its regional synonyms. They encouraged everyone to open a bottle of Tempranillo, enjoy the fun, and share their experiences online with the hashtag <b>#TempranilloDay </b> or <b>#Tempranillo</b>. This year, the date is Thursday, November 8, 2012. <br />
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Tempranillo is the foundation of the red wines from Rioja and Ribera del Duero in Spain. Over the last twenty years, a number of American growers and producers have discovered or re-discovered Tempranillo, along with other Spanish and Portuguese varieties like Albariño, Graciano, Garnacha and Verdelho, as well as the grapes used in Port, such as Touriga Naçional. <br />
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Until recently, this noble grape’s entire acreage was almost all grown in Spain. Perhaps others were confused by the 60 or more regional synonyms for Tempranillo, which in itself may be a record worth celebrating.<br />
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But things have changed: knowledge of this noble grape is rapidly spreading, creating excitement and a spirit of cooperation among adventurous vintners bringing this Old World variety to New World soils. Tempranillo today is grown in many more countries including the United States, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Australia, France, Portugal, Turkey, Canada, China, Thailand, and more. And that’s why we should all celebrate <b>International Tempranillo Day</b>.<br />
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We'll drink to that... Salud!<br />
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<i>The Grape Girls</i><br />
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Instead of hitting up a local bar for happy hour, we're offering a chance for an office (up to 25 guests) to win an outing to the <a href="http://fooddayatlanta.eventbrite.com">Organic Food & Wine Fair</a> on Wed., October 24th at 6p.m. Just tell us why your office deserves an evening of wine-ing!<br />
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<b>HOW TO ENTER:</b> Email your full name and title, along with your business name, address and phone number to <b>VIP@grapecrushevents.com </b>with <b>OFFICE OUTING </b>in the subject heading. Be sure to tell us why your deserve to win in 75 words or less.<br />
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Contest ends Sunday, October 21st at 6pm. All guests must be 21 and older with valid identification. One entry per person, duplicate entries will be discarded. Certain restrictions may apply. The winner will be notified on Monday, October 22nd. The prize package value is $625.00.<br />
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Be sure to follow us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/grapegirlsatlanta">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/grapegirls">Twitter</a> for the latest food and wine event news, special offers and exclusive invitations... Cheers!<br />
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<b>SAVOR THE DATE:</b> <br />
Organic Wine & Food Fair<br />
October 24, 2012 at 6pm<br />
<a href="http://fooddayatlanta.eventbrite.com">http://fooddayatlanta.eventbrite.com</a> Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-13269502252005755892012-10-17T20:53:00.000-04:002012-10-17T20:53:26.730-04:00Host a Wicked Wine Tasting Party!Halloween heralds the start of the holiday season - and where there is a party, there is wine! A wine tasting party doesn't have to be a stuffy affair, so mix things up a little by throwing a unique Halloween bash that is sure to be a treat.<br />
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<b>Host a wicked wine tasting party in 5 easy steps:</b><br />
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<b>1.Invitations</b> - Get crafty and make your own wine bottle shaped party invitations. Use construction paper or poster board, flat sheets of cork to make a life-like cork stopper for the top, a label in the middle of the "bottle" should provide party details.<br />
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<b>2.Decor</b> - Create your very own haunted wine cellar with equal amounts of sophistication and spook factor. Use old wooden barrels to hold platters of food and wine and decorate with large glass jars, grapes, pumpkins, gourds, faux leaves, lots of candles and scary touches like fake spider webs and spiders.<br />
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<b>3.Food</b> - Set up a nice assortment of fruit, cheese, crackers, bread, nuts and a few heavier appetizers (think stuffed mushrooms or a hearty pumpkin soup). Be sure to label your assortment with toothpicks that have labels attached - use a ghoulish computer font or eerie hand writing for maximum effect!<br />
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• Almond Joy and Sparkling Wine<br />
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With these spook-tacular tips from the Grape Girls you are sure to pull off the perfect Halloween wine party. So, dress up, party down and enjoy the wine.<br />
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<b>Want to have more fun and less work? </b>Well, book a private Halloween wine tasting party for your home, office or venue!<br />
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Send an email to <b>tastings@grapecrushevents.com</b> to ask about our special rates for a professionally guided wine tasting experience now thru October 31st. <br />
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Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-37847783875795864822011-05-06T12:40:00.002-04:002011-05-06T12:42:42.392-04:00The Mama Mimosa<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlos7Cm3As2Z36QjlStgnwPFvGIrs_fgZLgZcfG-oS7eUXaHrXezqsynkzACX1NyAFz68wyiuhiBfrNM_uYQaq4Sub5NSJ2W76eLc8J1QJuiNbgmFS-zmOT4FbaE32AE469arQLM968Ps/s1600/mimosa.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 41px; height: 110px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlos7Cm3As2Z36QjlStgnwPFvGIrs_fgZLgZcfG-oS7eUXaHrXezqsynkzACX1NyAFz68wyiuhiBfrNM_uYQaq4Sub5NSJ2W76eLc8J1QJuiNbgmFS-zmOT4FbaE32AE469arQLM968Ps/s320/mimosa.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603644272273538770" /></a><br />Toast Mom on Mother's Day with the Mama of all mimosas...<br /><br />Take your traditional Mimosa recipe and add a delicate splash of an orange liquer topped with crushed raspberry ice - this Mimosa is not called the "Mama Mimosa" for nothing!<br /><br /><br /><strong>Prep Time:</strong> 5 minutes<br /><br /><strong>Total Time:</strong> 5 minutes<br /><br /><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />Orange Juice (1 half gallon carton)<br />Champagne or Sparkling Wine ( 750 mL Bottle)<br />Orange Liquer<br />1/2 cup fresh raspberries<br /><br /><strong>Preparation:</strong><br />Pour the carton of chilled orange juice into a 3 quart pitcher and then add the full bottle of chilled Champagne or sparkling wine. Next add 2 shots of orange liquer and stir the orange juice, Champagne and orange liquer until thoroughly mixed. Just before serving add the raspberry ice* to the pitcher and pour about 4 ounces of the mimosa mix into Champagne flutes or if you'd like to show off more of the raspberry ice pour the mimosa mix into regular wine glasses. * Raspberry ice - crumble fresh raspberries and place the crumbles into narrow ice cube trays, fill with water and freeze. Adds a very nice touch to any Mimosa... Cheers!<br /><br /><br /><br /><em>Recipe courtesy of About.com.</em>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-5140544235766232112011-04-21T12:34:00.004-04:002011-04-21T12:54:16.185-04:00Cheers to Earth Day!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-yYCKUBGbZ95DhyphenhyphenvQf_TCLk6s7tik_Hs_IR0giA0ieqqADoJx7lG0mpJpq8EJI3zDWWNcFWZhcXGRibfANG7d8OILwQX266DyvVD4jiOJKxSXMEWCprJx2MM8OPGfOLPOAgZDqmmxBAk/s1600/Grapes_Vine.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 110px; height: 73px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-yYCKUBGbZ95DhyphenhyphenvQf_TCLk6s7tik_Hs_IR0giA0ieqqADoJx7lG0mpJpq8EJI3zDWWNcFWZhcXGRibfANG7d8OILwQX266DyvVD4jiOJKxSXMEWCprJx2MM8OPGfOLPOAgZDqmmxBAk/s320/Grapes_Vine.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598079476872510594" /></a><br />April 22nd is <a href="http://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2011">Earth Day</a>, toast with a glass of organic or biodynamic wines!<br /><br /><br />The good news is that organic wines are becoming much more widely available making it easy to discover the great taste and many benefits of "green wines" wherever you reside. These wines have come a long way in quality and acceptance, and that's great for the planet since grapes are among the most pesticide-laden produce.<br /><br />So you can feel confident at a wine store or when dining out, here is a simple guide to what these emerging labels mean:<br /><br /><strong>100% Organic</strong> carries the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) organic seal (the certifying agency must be listed) and indicates the wine is made from 100% organically grown ingredients and has been monitored throughout its entire production process. This wine can contain only naturally occurring sulfites (or sulfur dioxide, an antimicrobial substance) in less than 100 parts per million (ppm).<br /><br /><strong>Organic</strong> also carries the USDA organic seal and indicates the wine has 95% organically grown ingredients (the other 5% must not be available organically). Again the certifying agency must be listed and the wine has the same sulfite requirements as 100% organic.<br /><br /><strong>Made with Organic Grapes</strong> or <strong>Made with Organic Ingredients </strong>means the wine contains at least 70% organic ingredients. It can have artificial sulfites added, but it may not contain more than 100 ppm. (It does not have the USDA organic seal.)<br /><br /><strong>Biodynamic</strong> is based on the precise observation and an attempt at balance of nature, a concept originated by the early 20th-century Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner. So, biodynamic wine is not only 100% organic, in addition, the grower has gone beyond to try to bring the farming process more closely in tune with nature. For instance, biodynamic wine growers may make their own compost and/or watch the stars and planets to time what they do.<br /><br />How are you celebrating <a href="http://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2011">Earth Day</a>? Do you have a favorite organic or biodynamic wine? We'd love to hear from you!<br /><br /><strong>Cheers!</strong>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-66591532595734156842011-02-11T11:22:00.010-05:002011-02-11T11:45:15.585-05:00Join us this Sunday at St. Regis Atlanta!<strong>Sunday Wine Social<br />Feb. 13th from 4-6PM</strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv7tUhPKcDzUwWcDg0IVjS6xmvCN-W4vZzj70lj9F9ymUeaK88JVso8BT5dCU-xV7lPf-HhSFtelr9wtiP5ZlGzUZ6b5PmU7FZuFap4xNt35T0sFEiUKZEAYK_0V2-MJFUIFOc-er3hvw/s1600/wine_chocolate.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 73px; height: 110px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv7tUhPKcDzUwWcDg0IVjS6xmvCN-W4vZzj70lj9F9ymUeaK88JVso8BT5dCU-xV7lPf-HhSFtelr9wtiP5ZlGzUZ6b5PmU7FZuFap4xNt35T0sFEiUKZEAYK_0V2-MJFUIFOc-er3hvw/s320/wine_chocolate.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572472319160674210" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Wine, Chocolate & Matchmaking</strong><br />Looking to get lucky in love? Meet your own <a href="http://heartbeat-matchmaker.com">Headhunter for the Heart </a>at our next <a href="http://winesocial.eventbrite.com">Sunday Wine Social </a>at St. Regis! Already in a relationship? Not to worry, snuggle up with your sweetie in front of the outdoor fireplace while enjoying a wine and chocolate tasting. <br /><br />Plus, be among the first in Atlanta to sample<a href="http://dextermyerscookies.com"> Dexter Myers </a>gourmet cookies loaded with chocolate, caramel and infused with strawberry flavor. It's the perfect pre-Valentine's Day soiree with your special someone or a group of friends!<br /><br /><strong>RSVP today:</strong> <a href="http://winesocial.eventbrite.com">http://winesocial.eventbrite.com </a><br /><br /><a href="http://heartbeat-matchmaker.com"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7TXLNBzjyCPnwf0NBkfE_gay6EAk5uG0aSeOC3yBNgN9F8zeM4vlvt162b7MvKXrajbXUO7X9lQEq7-dr6vmMqLfO6c5Y3LOfgNIOd_XFbDVkWgNlItCB3vTm-FtJIqX3UnKOTFcHew0/s1600/HeartbeatMMlogo4in.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 101px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7TXLNBzjyCPnwf0NBkfE_gay6EAk5uG0aSeOC3yBNgN9F8zeM4vlvt162b7MvKXrajbXUO7X9lQEq7-dr6vmMqLfO6c5Y3LOfgNIOd_XFbDVkWgNlItCB3vTm-FtJIqX3UnKOTFcHew0/s320/HeartbeatMMlogo4in.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572469739729304786" /></a></a><br /><br /><a href="http://dextermyerscookies.com"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggfZmSGeKJRnONtmpeIl7JlPNstUSTZSYQlEAQgJPgxwz5CuvQs2dPcXvOKQabUwBchX4r58sUmmDg2xetQSsa8OfwxqnXJc_KUpRUD7F-q6ZYCnobJnjx2skvOcJjTJYvv-NgaKvX5hQ/s1600/Dexter_Myers_Cookies_Brand_Flyer.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 226px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggfZmSGeKJRnONtmpeIl7JlPNstUSTZSYQlEAQgJPgxwz5CuvQs2dPcXvOKQabUwBchX4r58sUmmDg2xetQSsa8OfwxqnXJc_KUpRUD7F-q6ZYCnobJnjx2skvOcJjTJYvv-NgaKvX5hQ/s320/Dexter_Myers_Cookies_Brand_Flyer.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572469975753840402" /></a></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>HOT UPCOMING EVENT:</strong><br /><br /><a href="http://winejazz2.eventbrite.com "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmP7kIL_QkGtjzyeUWkmfofq_B8lFFrMguZ3vVAFA0AqGQSVORMhEcwaqk6IgaNQETLwncA43ZwQE__4gIy1bI1mEm0bh9KPEmHuK1wRH6GdyemfsG8VJVNiuzxenld24hky6xaL6fXKA/s1600/WWJF_logo.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 102px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmP7kIL_QkGtjzyeUWkmfofq_B8lFFrMguZ3vVAFA0AqGQSVORMhEcwaqk6IgaNQETLwncA43ZwQE__4gIy1bI1mEm0bh9KPEmHuK1wRH6GdyemfsG8VJVNiuzxenld24hky6xaL6fXKA/s320/WWJF_logo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572470726628272530" /></a></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>Sunday, Feb. 20th from 2-6PM</strong><br /><a href="http://winejazz2.eventbrite.com ">www.winejazz2.eventbrite.com </a>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-45361664391933432122011-02-09T23:10:00.006-05:002011-02-09T23:21:00.402-05:00Atlanta Winter Wine + Jazz FestivalSip, savor and jam at the <a href="http://winejazz2.eventbrite.com">2nd Annual Atlanta Winter Wine + Jazz Festival </a>on <strong>Sunday, Feb. 20th </strong>at the historic Georgia Freight Depot! Explore your passion for great wine, food and live jazz music while supporting local businesses and nonprofit organizations. This event is a prelude to <strong>Atlanta Food & Wine Month</strong> (April 1-30) and the <strong>Atlanta Jazz Festival</strong> (May 28-30). <a href="http://winejazz2.eventbrite.com">MORE</a><br /><br /><a href="http://winejazz2.eventbrite.com"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQTF5G9BFKdBJq3ChyphenhyphenW57evp9yKFCJUHSTdX5l405nq6mqvuWu0v0C6cZLUfVWHcCP0QjSi1pIrkq8oVpMa0iI6zZNWnMxI6PtZKERI_8N-eXyUmnT6RrWnyCVHXod-5eD-KAnUjFAW3U/s1600/WWJF_Flyer_2011.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 286px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQTF5G9BFKdBJq3ChyphenhyphenW57evp9yKFCJUHSTdX5l405nq6mqvuWu0v0C6cZLUfVWHcCP0QjSi1pIrkq8oVpMa0iI6zZNWnMxI6PtZKERI_8N-eXyUmnT6RrWnyCVHXod-5eD-KAnUjFAW3U/s400/WWJF_Flyer_2011.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571908696610288354" /></a></a>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-29031000650348677642011-01-06T11:27:00.007-05:002011-01-06T12:29:28.107-05:00You're Invited: Sunday Wine Socials at St. Regis!<strong>SIP. SAVOR. SOCIALIZE.<br /><br />Sunday Wine Socials<br />Upcoming Events: Jan. 16, Feb. 13</strong><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRFrZ4UPCgudcwRzBYScvqSJk13MV_fS4nzztD1vegZTZLp78Z-3AgehItEmoDXvqPIA0IgGX7tWLXk1NDLbfnKpIoqFCAISf-pB9rgWG38hru7L1I3M7NXLvqsfZWe52wFk5gBXt9M_c/s1600/StRegis_logo.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 245px; height: 245px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRFrZ4UPCgudcwRzBYScvqSJk13MV_fS4nzztD1vegZTZLp78Z-3AgehItEmoDXvqPIA0IgGX7tWLXk1NDLbfnKpIoqFCAISf-pB9rgWG38hru7L1I3M7NXLvqsfZWe52wFk5gBXt9M_c/s320/StRegis_logo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5559111911342267458" /></a><br /><br />Join us on select Sundays from 4-6pm in the <strong>St. Regis Wine Room </strong>for personalized tastings around the marble-topped sommelier counter! Learn about the subtleties of fine wine and its history and traditions as we sample artisan wines from around the globe. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br />The January event features a special preview of the <strong>Atlanta Winter Wine + Jazz Festival</strong> (coming Feb. 20th!) including a live performance and ticket giveaways. Plus, great door prizes from our partners at <strong>Taste of Atlanta</strong>, <strong>High Museum of Art </strong>and more!<br /><br /><strong>Tickets & Info:</strong> <a href="http://www.winesocial.eventbrite.com ">http://www.winesocial.eventbrite.com</a><br /><br />Hosted by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531#!/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531?v=wall">Grape Crush Productions </a>and Harry Constantinescu, Wine Director at the St. Regis.Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-54909914670562664712010-11-24T13:19:00.006-05:002010-11-24T13:26:21.645-05:00Thanksgiving Delights<strong>DID YOU KNOW?</strong> American wine drinkers consume more wine on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year. Wow!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxnOIJS2QX3HerAJuJbU92BxHXLTpDcNo8PpXdVaHF88ejD2zA7yeY273uGsSdDercN39sjarEcZAfbwYmwqPNkClCoezS-ZC8ghp6cU79Wo4G6fyxt7mN9HX9TJGNn7MvuSq2tH1zh0U/s1600/Turkey_Wine.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 110px; height: 73px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxnOIJS2QX3HerAJuJbU92BxHXLTpDcNo8PpXdVaHF88ejD2zA7yeY273uGsSdDercN39sjarEcZAfbwYmwqPNkClCoezS-ZC8ghp6cU79Wo4G6fyxt7mN9HX9TJGNn7MvuSq2tH1zh0U/s320/Turkey_Wine.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5543183455797597234" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />On Thanksgiving Day we’re thankful for Our blessings all year through,<br /><br />For family we dearly love,<br /><br />For good friends, old and new.<br /><br /><br />For sun to light and warm our days,<br /><br />For stars that glow at night,<br /><br />For trees of green and skies of blue,<br /><br />And puffy clouds of white.<br /><br /><br />We’re grateful for our eyes that see<br /><br />The beauty all around,<br /><br />For arms to hug, and legs to walk,<br /><br />And ears to hear each sound.<br /><br /><br />The list of all we’re grateful for<br /><br />Would fill a great big book;<br /><br />Our thankful hearts find new delights<br /><br />Everywhere we look!<br /><br /><br />Happy Thanksgiving from the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/grapegirls">Grape Girls</a>!<br /><br /><em>Please be safe and drink responsibly.</em>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-71916534690142944702010-11-17T12:58:00.006-05:002010-11-17T13:08:48.907-05:00What's the deal with screwcaps?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjAFVCFAz_9sqWtRjir71OJNjRUlE22KuM3jzYE2YC_hQji_5prO_WoPNsewOxLrqg9l-REfsWz3fp-IiVoVZ2DUp29_hdO7_MWrixhRDj8ayziXKgzbRwaJXFXrxrDpPJm3TlZ8iO1MI/s1600/wine_screwcap.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 74px; height: 110px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjAFVCFAz_9sqWtRjir71OJNjRUlE22KuM3jzYE2YC_hQji_5prO_WoPNsewOxLrqg9l-REfsWz3fp-IiVoVZ2DUp29_hdO7_MWrixhRDj8ayziXKgzbRwaJXFXrxrDpPJm3TlZ8iO1MI/s320/wine_screwcap.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540580935233792802" /></a><br /><br /><br />Screwcaps, actually known as Stelvins in the trade, are quickly replacing natural cork in many wine bottles. Natural corks are, well, naturally irregular. Some produce great seals, others less so, resulting in different bottles of the same wine behaving differently as they age. In addition, natural corks are prone to becoming corked: a chemical reaction, which can happen when bleaching corks, that imparts wines with a taint known as TCA. Screwcaps are perfectly uniform and provide a perfect seal for your wine, avoiding the issues that might arise with cork-finished bottles. Many high-end wines now use screwcaps, and they are the wave of the future.<br /><br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.snooth.com/articles/commentary/wine-questions/#ixzz15Z0i59Vx">here</a> for answers to more commonly asked wine questions.<br /><br />Follow the <a href="http://grapecrushevents.blogspot.com">Grape Girls</a> on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/grapegirls">Twitter</a>.<br /><br /><em>Cheers!</em>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-88193572031871252142010-11-15T19:56:00.001-05:002010-11-15T20:12:38.547-05:00You're Invited: New York Life - Atlanta VIP Reception!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjySUXyZOCPmfhup9THRGSaV437_OWGtNsQbPMcXzeXMz6h5rxNPkYnSeM3x6_EEMDULg0AzJW6T2oAzHCi0CsV-_cZKdcEwRpk-bpXxkVtlTvsm59VOnNCGp0afCVz9W9-8NWqcVOUJ5w/s1600/NY_Life_logo.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 225px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjySUXyZOCPmfhup9THRGSaV437_OWGtNsQbPMcXzeXMz6h5rxNPkYnSeM3x6_EEMDULg0AzJW6T2oAzHCi0CsV-_cZKdcEwRpk-bpXxkVtlTvsm59VOnNCGp0afCVz9W9-8NWqcVOUJ5w/s400/NY_Life_logo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539945915755439026" /></a><br /><br /><strong>VIP CLIENT RECEPTION<br />SIP. SAVOR. GET INFORMED.</strong> <br /> <br />You are cordially invited to join us for a special evening featuring an exciting tasting of fine wines from around the globe courtesy of <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531">Grape Crush Productions</a>, live entertainment and an informal presentation from <a href="http://newyorklife.com/">New York Life</a>.<br /> <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>Thursday, November 18, 2010<br />Cellar 56 Bistro & Wine Bar<br />-Buckhead's Andrews Square-<br />56 East Andrews Drive, Atlanta, GA 30305</strong><br /><br />Complimentary wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres from 6-8pm.<br /><br /><strong>RSVP today:</strong> Send an email to <strong>RSVP@GrapeCrushEvents.com </strong>including your full name, address and phone number along with the full name of each guest. <em>Space is limited!</em> <br /><br /><br />Complimentary valet parking and street parking along East Andrews Drive.<br /><br /><br /><em><strong>Cheers to the good life!</strong></em><br /><br />------------------------------------<br />This is an informational and sales presentation. Neither New York Life nor its agents provide tax, legal or accounting advice. Please consult with your professional advisors concerning tax, legal or accounting advice.Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09600067658337537180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-13330381222506028152010-11-15T17:34:00.009-05:002010-11-15T18:32:32.950-05:00Ga Representative Alisha Thomas Morgan - Book Signing & Wine Tasting on November 16th!Georgia Representative <a href="http://alishamorgan.com/">Alisha Thomas Morgan </a>will be on hand to sign copies of her book <strong>No Apologies: Powerful Lessons in Life, Love & Politics</strong> at <a href="http://thecolorsofwine.net/default.aspx">The Colors of Wine </a>on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at 6pm. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8osXbWVFtB-zJy0UFD4LDxeE-NaqZT5KaEhU-jbhssUANwsvBI8vmzVqqdmdhNxRs5hCqri6tDRic5CrRTWW71L2mGsZ7hr-uJMg3cKzPuQuk7gfkL72Bti0rwmJsM7x4Boa-ymfec8RN/s1600/Alisha_Thomas_Morgan_Book_Cover.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8osXbWVFtB-zJy0UFD4LDxeE-NaqZT5KaEhU-jbhssUANwsvBI8vmzVqqdmdhNxRs5hCqri6tDRic5CrRTWW71L2mGsZ7hr-uJMg3cKzPuQuk7gfkL72Bti0rwmJsM7x4Boa-ymfec8RN/s400/Alisha_Thomas_Morgan_Book_Cover.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539913439794857826" /></a><br /><br />First elected at age 23, Representative Morgan quickly ascended as a political star on both the national and regional stages. Now, in her signature “truth-telling” style, Rep. Morgan’s debut book offers no apologies for standing up for what is right and provides practical insights for how other leaders can “live life unapologetically.” <br /><br />“I’ve learned and experienced a lot during my eight years of service in the Georgia legislature,” said Rep. Morgan. “I’ve learned being a ‘trailblazer’ means more than meets the eye and that challenging the status quo can mean living through some very lonely seasons, but more than anything, I've learned to never, ever, apologize for my convictions.”<br /><br />Visit <a href="http://thecolorsofwine.net/default.aspx">The Colors of Wine </a>to meet <a href="http://alishamorgan.com/">Alisha Thomas Morgan </a> and enjoy a wine tasting with the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531">Grape Girls </a>featuring a variety of fine wines from around the globe. Click <a href="http://www.authorhouse.com/BookStore/BookDetail.aspx?Book=289184">here</a> to read an excerpt from the book <strong>No Apologies: Powerful Lessons in Life, Love & Politics</strong>. <br /><br />RSVP now to attend the No Apologies book signing and wine tasting. Send an email to <strong>VIP@GrapeCrushEvents.com</strong> with your full name and the full name of any guests. <a href="http://thecolorsofwine.net/default.aspx">The Colors of Wine </a>is located at 2355 Cumberland Parkway Boulevard, Atlanta, Ga. 30339. A $5 donation is requested for the wine tasting.Kylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09600067658337537180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-4361389122633021962010-11-05T11:10:00.006-04:002010-11-15T18:04:04.160-05:00Join us for Sunday Wine Socials at St. Regis!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy_I3ml1CmAzVm5jWe1nbH1CdmQg-htxvTxYeps9J-xMfqESq26XXi6pbayGXA7k4TGM5BlS_-iWvFNq2oiIX5Q0ne-kOUvP5ANb6ePy3k-7UX7kaaqq0flvl_vwUQSAnodOpyBLPyTZw/s1600/StRegis_logo.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 245px; height: 245px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy_I3ml1CmAzVm5jWe1nbH1CdmQg-htxvTxYeps9J-xMfqESq26XXi6pbayGXA7k4TGM5BlS_-iWvFNq2oiIX5Q0ne-kOUvP5ANb6ePy3k-7UX7kaaqq0flvl_vwUQSAnodOpyBLPyTZw/s400/StRegis_logo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536085425956511010" /></a><br /><br /><strong>SIP. SAVOR. SOCIALIZE.</strong><br /><br /><strong>Sunday Wine Socials</strong><br /><strong>Upcoming Events:</strong> Nov. 7, Jan. 16, Feb. 13<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Join us on select Sundays from 4-6pm in the <a href="http://stregis.com/atlanta">St. Regis Wine Room </a>for personalized tastings around the marble-topped sommelier counter! Learn about the subtleties of fine wine and its history and traditions as we sample artisan wines from around the globe. <br /><br />On, November 7th we're featuring Italy's best grapes. Plus, enter-to-win fabulous door prizes including tickets to Friday Jazz at the <a href="http://high.org">High Museum of Art</a>, a <strong>FREE</strong> home or office private wine tasting party (valued at $500) courtesy of the <a href="http://grapecrushevents.blogspot.com/">Grape Girls </a>and special giveaways from <a href="http://williamdavidsalon.com">William David Salon</a> in honor of their new location in Buckhead at the Terminus building.<br /><br />For more information and to RSVP, visit <a href="http://winesocial.eventbrite.com">www.winesocial.eventbrite.com</a>.<br /><br />Hosted by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531">Grape Crush Productions</a> and <strong>Harry Constantinescu</strong>, Wine Director at the St. Regis.Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-18671496872472478212010-10-28T13:17:00.001-04:002010-10-28T13:20:08.780-04:00How-To Host a Wicked Wine Tasting Party!<div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLR6pIpImNjXudp7EzNOXWdqH0mViLmMAEckrDO9EF0Sf1kj5KcineWxE0a4q8SMt4ddYvLEf8I3h5yiwllrZkObHPAbDiOVxC-U4FF_sWcMPw7XnoFIY8bchQ3aUyfenFhL6zYWlZjxUO/s1600-h/HalloweenWine4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394093833226112626" style="WIDTH: 110px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 75px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLR6pIpImNjXudp7EzNOXWdqH0mViLmMAEckrDO9EF0Sf1kj5KcineWxE0a4q8SMt4ddYvLEf8I3h5yiwllrZkObHPAbDiOVxC-U4FF_sWcMPw7XnoFIY8bchQ3aUyfenFhL6zYWlZjxUO/s400/HalloweenWine4.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div></div><div><strong><em>I vant to drink your vine...</em></strong></div><div><strong><em></em></strong> </div><div><br /></div><div></div><p>Halloween heralds the start of the holiday season - and where there is a party, there is wine! A wine tasting party doesn't have to be a stuffy affair, so mix things up a little by throwing a unique Halloween bash that is sure to be a treat.</p><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihotEZTxFAKh5XmyyfdZ4Sub6LZY1V0LvO26oQtdl0qMdyCi_ZxxgrajuSLv9phlpvvLnhqgmPAh-x9Fs66dqVyC5TEOzPQWcvjXpaGU5iyi2VBldhR6lt3zud4LaQLtWz661GCBH7Kh9T/s1600-h/HalloweenWine5.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394092654578359762" style="WIDTH: 110px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 73px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihotEZTxFAKh5XmyyfdZ4Sub6LZY1V0LvO26oQtdl0qMdyCi_ZxxgrajuSLv9phlpvvLnhqgmPAh-x9Fs66dqVyC5TEOzPQWcvjXpaGU5iyi2VBldhR6lt3zud4LaQLtWz661GCBH7Kh9T/s320/HalloweenWine5.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div><div></div><div><br /></div><div><strong>Host a wicked wine tasting party in 5 easy steps:</strong></div><ol><li><strong>Invitations </strong>- Get crafty and make your own wine bottle shaped party invitations. Use construction paper or poster board, flat sheets of cork to make a life-like cork stopper for the top, a label in the middle of the "bottle" should provide party details.</li><li><strong>Decor</strong> - Create your very own haunted wine cellar with equal amounts of sophistication and spook factor. Use old wooden barrels to hold platters of food and wine and decorate with large glass jars, grapes, pumpkins, gourds, faux leaves, lots of candles and scary touches like fake spider webs and spiders.</li><li><strong>Food</strong> - Set up a nice assortment of fruit, cheese, crackers, bread, nuts and a few heavier appetizers (think stuffed mushrooms or a hearty pumpkin soup). Be sure to label your assortment with toothpicks that have labels attached - use a ghoulish computer font or <em>eerie</em> hand writing for maximum effect! </li><li><strong>Wine </strong>- Use an old wooden door, wine crates or designate a large coffee table to display your wicked wine collection. Be sure to include some spooky brands like <a href="http://www.vampire.com/">Vampire Wines</a> (from Transylvania!), <strong>Poizin Zinfandel</strong> (comes in a coffin shaped box), <a href="http://www.avalonwine.com/email-owen-roe-fall-2006.html">Owen Roe Sinister Hand</a> or <a href="http://www.klwines.com/detail.asp?sku=1037160">Evil Cabernet Sauvignon</a>. Add some dry ice to the display area for a ghostly effect!</li><li><strong>Attention to Detail</strong> - Be sure to have great music, lots of candy, plenty of dump buckets and bottled waters handy. Place small gift bags or containers near your candy station so guests can help themsleves to take-home treats as parting gifts.<br /><br /></li></ol><p><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpbq_4cbYvMl6T3tCPa-P65-mqEjA69w3WIi9AL3MrQSZxfelDMlOV9Q8EBaeCgWAq2FCGXgtFxkUQ2H8-CvrAc-YVc4nd8ABUCbWSHOgWmbzySXxfj0ZFBudqu2GjE0CbBQW5hHvzlV4m/s1600-h/HalloweenWine2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394093434677846242" style="WIDTH: 167px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpbq_4cbYvMl6T3tCPa-P65-mqEjA69w3WIi9AL3MrQSZxfelDMlOV9Q8EBaeCgWAq2FCGXgtFxkUQ2H8-CvrAc-YVc4nd8ABUCbWSHOgWmbzySXxfj0ZFBudqu2GjE0CbBQW5hHvzlV4m/s400/HalloweenWine2.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeXhzV0gUDgVADCEPZhGYWJ6i1iLj3xEl7E8tgYiKED6MurFoS2oj558rldD_1NkrjMmTRVmTc_9VVCqyLfQqGPsbZR1YD6N9S42P-kavOFB76ZXmTueFwS6NtjUm-L4HtG5nxB47D_zmk/s1600-h/HalloweenWine1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394092943695396738" style="WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 295px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeXhzV0gUDgVADCEPZhGYWJ6i1iLj3xEl7E8tgYiKED6MurFoS2oj558rldD_1NkrjMmTRVmTc_9VVCqyLfQqGPsbZR1YD6N9S42P-kavOFB76ZXmTueFwS6NtjUm-L4HtG5nxB47D_zmk/s400/HalloweenWine1.jpg" border="0" /></a></strong></p><div><br /><br /><strong>Wine & Candy Pairing Tips:</strong> </div><div>• Almond Joy and Sparkling Wine</div><div>• Snickers and Sangiovese</div><div>• Three Musketeers and Ice Dessert Wine</div><div>• Hershey’s Dark Chocolate and Syrah</div><div>• Caramel Apples and Sauvignon Blanc</div><div>• Candy Corn and Chardonnay</div><div><br />With these spook-tacular tips from the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/grapegirls">Grape Girls </a>you are sure to pull off the perfect Halloween wine party. So, dress up, party down and enjoy the wine. <em>Cheers!</em> </div>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-66511088389061615262010-10-25T14:27:00.006-04:002010-10-25T14:39:43.287-04:00Taste of Atlanta 2010 Photos!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-wxtXC7_2WUxzuw7GBOTcgp3ze4MTqBarc6ingSHkWrMCVdN8HpzeNMwdAg1-1MqDl3bbxXuaYCoY7Iu05jetGreIMK2PNh6gIXA59VGppJfV3IY1Jf23c5q25V6UqWwrWzGZLNZtNfc/s1600/001.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-wxtXC7_2WUxzuw7GBOTcgp3ze4MTqBarc6ingSHkWrMCVdN8HpzeNMwdAg1-1MqDl3bbxXuaYCoY7Iu05jetGreIMK2PNh6gIXA59VGppJfV3IY1Jf23c5q25V6UqWwrWzGZLNZtNfc/s400/001.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532053636268310546" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Did you know?</strong> <a href="http://tinyurl.com/grapegirls">Grape Crush Productions </a>provides more than 100 wine volunteers and professionals for the <strong>Taste of Atlanta VIP Wine Experience</strong> each year!<br /><br />The 2-day foodie fest was filled with great food, fun and wine. <br />Cheers to Gil Kulers and Bob Townsend for great educational seminars all weekend including the <strong>Brashness of Barolo and Refinement of Ribera del Duero</strong>, <strong>American Craft Beer and Farmstead Cheese</strong>, <strong>Greatness of Greece</strong>, <strong>Passion of Paso </strong>and more!<br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531">here</a> or visit us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Grape-Crush-Productions-Wine-Tastings-Events-Education-Excursions/81077304531">Facebook</a> for more photos.Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3811091698330489280.post-9095169315102310262010-10-19T23:18:00.009-04:002010-10-19T23:36:15.557-04:00Event Pics - Sunday Wine Social!Thanks for joining us for the October <a href="http://winesocial.eventbrite.com">Sunday Wine Social </a>featuring Antonio Hildalgo- winery owner and importer of Spain's best grapes. <br /><br />Next event is Nov. 7th featuring the best of Italy! <br />More info: <a href="http://winesocial.eventbrite.com">http://winesocial.eventbrite.com</a>. <br />Use discount code <strong>BACCO</strong> to save $5 OFF tickets!<br /><br /><strong>More pics:</strong> <a href="http://tinyurl.com/grapegirls">http//tinyurl.com/grapegirls</a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAUNmZMh10xFnBPzwbIXsIJCfBNCX3L7KBnrysxCziAbrPKlRHGdpa0_N4uXwOHCggh8pf2GemyYyGbftQ3SkpKBmPzJ9qCQefCS9suK89cHF_R2gJP09vktEHC-t-kp-H0wqNo8m-Wxk/s1600/IMG_3362.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAUNmZMh10xFnBPzwbIXsIJCfBNCX3L7KBnrysxCziAbrPKlRHGdpa0_N4uXwOHCggh8pf2GemyYyGbftQ3SkpKBmPzJ9qCQefCS9suK89cHF_R2gJP09vktEHC-t-kp-H0wqNo8m-Wxk/s400/IMG_3362.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529962717118145554" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpEuRzgrwITY2Gql5wt8LifN0AgSh4f3yYy8proX5qy2WiFx7mWC1uq0hL7Aqm3YhiXTYAP5gX2UCnVFqUNfklYItzs21s4mnQRxE3v5CjpnnHlLKyrRLRftYMTl8M94DEqAylK25dblY/s1600/IMG_3367.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpEuRzgrwITY2Gql5wt8LifN0AgSh4f3yYy8proX5qy2WiFx7mWC1uq0hL7Aqm3YhiXTYAP5gX2UCnVFqUNfklYItzs21s4mnQRxE3v5CjpnnHlLKyrRLRftYMTl8M94DEqAylK25dblY/s400/IMG_3367.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529963779075659586" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHrhrhJtDsmtjEc3KYDhmSOuHpAMtCQo_Aw4u6d6fWV88XvJ2zwFDSgjw4BFMJG7UNwPlUmLNPf2ufb-agybRAhZ4AvMb_mVQzB3r2YmkD5wvhJhMy0OjpyHXVYX0rWUAlfzpzq-KtH8M/s1600/IMG_3379.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHrhrhJtDsmtjEc3KYDhmSOuHpAMtCQo_Aw4u6d6fWV88XvJ2zwFDSgjw4BFMJG7UNwPlUmLNPf2ufb-agybRAhZ4AvMb_mVQzB3r2YmkD5wvhJhMy0OjpyHXVYX0rWUAlfzpzq-KtH8M/s400/IMG_3379.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529963528661582498" /></a>Grape Girlshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16504530254854353343noreply@blogger.com0