California Wine Country
Events & News - 2012
Top Wine Country Events - California
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February Events in Wine Country
• 4th Annual Around the World in 80 Sip
Bottlenotes, the leading company for new to intermediate wine enthusiasts
in the wine space where users can learn about, discuss and rate new wines,
will host the 4th annual Around the World in 80 Sips wine tasting event in
San Francisco. Feb 10, 8 to 10 pm at the Golden Gate Club in San Francisco.
Complete
information
• 7th annual International Alsace Varietals Festival
If you like Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Muscat, don't
miss this weekend-long celebration of Alsace-style wines, local foods, entertainment
and more. Saturday, February 18, 2012. Complete
information and ticket sales.
March Events in Wine Country
• 34th Annual Barrel Tasting Northern Sonoma County
Members of the Wine Road would like to welcome you to our wineries and lodgings
for an exciting weekend of wine tasting. This is your chance to sample wines
from the barrel, talk to winemakers and explore the beautiful Alexander, Dry
Creek and Russian River Valleys. Two weekends, March 2 - 4 and March 9 - 11,
11 to 4 pm. More
information.
• 20th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival
Paso Robles Wine Country celebrates the historical and continued significance
of Zinfandel in Paso Robles Wine Country during the 20th Annual Zinfandel Festival.
This twenty year milestone is brought to life on Saturday, March 17, 2012 through
the vibrant Zin Tasting & Wine Country Auction, showcasing Zinfandel wines,
complimentary gourmet bites, and Wine Country Auction lots. Taste the wines,
enjoy the cuisine, and bid on Wine Country Auction items - a complete Zin experience
to commemorate two decades of Zin Fest. Ticket Information
• 2012 Savor Sonoma Valley
Wineries will be showcasing 2011 vintage wines straight from the barrels, sampling
new releases, and offering award-winning wines paired perfectly with culinary
creations prepared by local chefs and restaurants. March 17th and 18th, 11
to 4 pm. More
information and tickets.
• 19th Annual Taste of Yountville
Join the fun on Saturday, March 24, 2012 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. in downtown
Yountville (along Washington Street) for the best food and wine the Valley
has to offer! Live entertainment, children's activities, Open Studios fine
art show and sale, art in the park, French Laundry garden tours, drawing
for amazing prizes, CalFire BBQ and much more! Admission is free, tasting
tickets may be purchased for $1 each at event. Bring your friends and family
to one of Yountville's signature events and "Taste Life Here!" More
information
April Events in Wine Country
• 20th Annual Hospice du Rhône
In Paso Robles wine country April 26 to 28 have been reserved for an exclusive
weekend surrounding all things Rhône. A palate provoking weekend embracing
the enchantment, history and tastes of the twenty-two Rhône varieties.
Throughout the weekend, tip your glass with worldly Rhône wine producers,
journey through the largest international collection of Rhône variety
wines and savor exceptional cuisine all while taking in the inspiring and
spirited Rhône
community. Ticket Information
• Passport to Dry Creek Valley
During one weekend, Passport guests are welcomed into 50 wineries throughout
Dry Creek Valley, each a unique destination - offering an exclusive pairing
of exquisite wine, gourmet food and great entertainment. April 28 and 29. Ticket
Information
May Events in Wine Country
• 15th Annual Taste Alexander Valley
Taste Alexander Valley, celebrating its 15th year, will be held May 18, 19
and 20 in Sonoma County’s majestic Alexander Valley appellation. More
than 30 wineries will open their vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms for
guests to enjoy the latest releases of world class wines from grapes grown
in the fertile Alexander Valley. Ticket information
July Events in Wine Country
• Lake County Wine Adventure Weekend
The 8th Annual Wine Adventure offers guests the opportunity
to explore the re-emerging Wine Country of California's Lake County.
On July 28 & 29, from
10 am - 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday, event goers can sample distinct "high-elevation" award-winning
wines from over 25 Lake County participating wineries and enjoy tasty hors
d'oeuvres and other activities offered at each distinct wine tasting location.
More info.
November Events in Wine Country
• People's Choice Wine Awards hosted by the
Lake County Winery Association
This is "the" premier Wine Competition event showcasing
Lake County wines and wines made from Lake County fruit. The People's
Choice Wine Awards will once again be held on Saturday, November 3
at the beautiful Langtry Estate & Vineyards. The event is a fun
and informative blind tasting where "the people" determine
the final winners of this competition.November 3. More
info.
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