Spanish grapes with an Oregon twist! The Varietal Show talks about the fabulous Tempranillo and Albariño releases with proprietor Earl Jones of Abacela Winery in Roseburg, to continue this dedication to Oregon Wine Month.
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In case you missed this #SauvBlancDay virtual event on Friday May 7th, here is the recorded conversation I had with four global winemakers from California to Chile. Did you know that excellent Sauvignon Blanc is made in Uruguay and Mexico? Discover these great regions in an engaging chat .
Continuing with Oregon Wine Month in May, and following up Earth Month in April, The Varietal Show revisits Troon Vineyard for the Biodynamics Edition with expert Andrew Beedy and winemaker Craig Camp.
The image above displays Biodynamic composting of grape skins & stems at Troon after pressing during harvest: Lots to share about this fascinating topic!
For even more watch my 1st Troon episode from April this year: LIKE, SHARE & FOLLOW my You Tube channel, for weekly notifications on more exciting episodes, Tuesdays at 12:30pm
The time has come for in-person wine and yoga sessions starting this month led by Vino Vinyasa, and hosted by Melier, so you can finally sip and stretch simultaneously (with the option of virtual as well).
the experience will be located at the beautiful Cuvaison Estate Winery guest house, nestled amongst the vineyards, and just minutes from the Cuvaison tasting room: Tempt your taste buds with their 2018 Estate Chardonnay and 2020 Rose of Pinot Noir.
Get registered or check the Melier schedule for more options that might work for you!
Ready to try something new? Melier is hosting both virtual and in-person yoga sessions starting this month!
This first VIRTUAL session, on Saturday May 22 from 11am-noon, will include an hour of stretching and sipping with Vino Vinyasa founder Morgan Perry and the respective winery owners featuring two wines from Smith Devereux: The 2017 No 3 Red Blend and SB White Blend!
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Friday, May 7 at 5pm PT Sauvignon Blanc has made a name for itself in many regions of the world. Hear “Sommelier to the Stars” Christopher Sawyer chat with global winemakers from California to Chile. Did you know that excellent Sauvignon Blanc is made in Uruguay and Mexico? Discover these great regions in an engaging chat on
Join us on ZOOM, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or streamed live on my Sawyer Sommelier Facebook page! #SauvBlancDay
From Napa, to Oregon, to France? Actually just along my travels north, with a nod towards Burgundy, to visit Master Sommelier Larry Stone, proprietor of Lingua Franca Wines. The Varietal Show kicks off Oregon Wine Month with an epic interview, discussing the wonders of wines from the Eola-Amity Hills sub-appellation of Willamette Valley: First part of a show for Pinot lovers and francophiles alike, to be continued into the future . . .
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The 2021 Chardonnay Classic, from May 20-22, 2021 will reunite wine enthusiasts’ minds and palates to celebrate the greatness of Chardonnay. One of the world’s most beloved, dynamic, and delicious grape varieties. This inaugural gathering will feature some of the finest domestic and international producers of Chardonnay and will take place at the Meritage and Vista Collina Resorts.
A weekend of indulgence curated by master sommeliers and acclaimed winemakers set in the beautiful Napa Valley. The program features iconic wine country experiences, gourmet lunches, luxury dinners and 22 unique tastings that culminate in a Grand Tasting of Chardonnay. Vintners, industry experts, and enthusiasts alike gather together to celebrate the incredible range of Chardonnay!
Purchase your full weekend ticket before 5/8 and save $300 with Early Bird pricing! Use promo code CHARD15 to claim the savings. To purchase your Chardonnay Classic ticket(s) click “TICKETS”.
A very special Varietal Show to celebrate ONE YEAR of wines and spectacular episodes on my You Tube channel! Get up close and personal with Sonoma Chef & Cheesemaker Sheana Davis, curator of The Epicurean Connection.
She and I cozy up, pairing her cheeses with some delicious Chappellet, Vivier & Renwood wines and find out about the California Cheese Trail. Then we go way back to our time working with Wild Thyme Events, and finding out we have some close friends in common including The Nerd Stalker!
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Don’t miss this last CellarPass TV show of the season, Thursday April 29th 6-7pm, featuring Cole Sisson of Doe Bay Wine Co., located in the San Juan Islands, The Orcas Project, and of course your favs the Vineyard Vixen & Sawyer Somm!
The Orcas Project is a collaboration between acclaimed winemakers and vineyards located in the Pacific Northwest, featuring labels designed by resident Orcas Island artists.
Register for the show online and check out The Orcas Project 3-Pack available for purchase. It features 2020 Grenache Blanc from winemaker Morgan Lee. Light and fresh and full of energy it screams seafood; 2020 Boushey Vineyard Marsanne from winemaker Riley Miller. It’s his minimal intervention, low alcohol version of the Rhone grape and really pushing boundaries; 2017 Graciano made by winemaker Javier Alfonso. This is the first planting in Washington of this rare red grape normally found in Spain and really special. YUM!
