By Year - 2008

Industry News

J Lohr in Paso Robles

National Geographic and the Somm Journal are teaming up to present a virtual exploration of wineries worldwide. The series is “Unique Wine Regions of the World.” In the most recent virtual experience, J Lohr Vineyards & Wines represented the wine region of Paso Robles. Paso Robles Wine Country Paso Robles is one of our favorite […] The post J Lohr in Paso Robles appeared first on Wine Country Getaways . ...

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The Fine Art of Wine

We recently became aware of the wine art by artist Cecilia Anastos. Please take a minute to read her Press Release and discover her art work. You would receive a discount on purchases made through Wine Country Getaways, and you’d be supporting service dogs for adults and children with disabilities. Thank You! The Fine Art […] The post The Fine Art of Wine appeared first on Wine Country Getaways . ...

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Exciting Virtual Wine Country Encounters

Each year we plan on taking a trip to a far off wine country or to a wine country we have not visited. With the Pandemic and other issues, travel afar is not possible. But we can see the world-famous wine country in a virtual experience. Here are some exciting virtual wine events to mark […] The post Exciting Virtual Wine Country Encounters appeared first on Wine Country Getaways . ...

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Cambados - Albari�o Land

Cambados is on the Altantic Coast and it is a beautiful ride as we followed the coastline from Pontevedra to Cambados. Everything is green in the area, the hills, the fields, and the vineyards; we are in Green Spain. As we approached the town, we took a couple of side roads and spotted workers harvesting the grapes. The post Cambados – Albari�o Land appeared first on Wine Country Getaways . ...

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Pappa al Pomodoro - Our try at making this traditional Tuscan soup

I took loads of photographs at the demo and also watched a YouTube video that one of the follow bloggers made, but I had to do some guesswork on the exact amounts of all ingredients. Here is my take on how to prepare and cook this wonderful soup, perfecto for these cold winter months. The post Pappa al Pomodoro - Our try at making this traditional Tuscan soup appeared first on Wine Country Getaways . ...

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VinoPal is Here

Yes, the wine country is open. Tasting is outdoors and mostly by reservation. Visitors are back, but in fewer numbers. The fact is that small artisan wineries are hurting. The smaller wineries do not have the lavish outdoor tasting areas or big PR companies to promote their brand and bring in tourism. The boutique wineries […] The post VinoPal is Here appeared first on Wine Country Getaways . ...

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Eco-Friendly Wine Route

Ten years ago only a handful of wineries in the Napa Valley used any solar power or practiced any sort of eco-friendly farming in their vineyards. Today that has changed dramatically. Many wineries in the Napa Valley can boast that they are eco-friendly in some fashion: certified organic, sustainable, biodynamic, Napa Green or solar powered. The post Eco-Friendly Wine Route appeared first on Wine Country Getaways . ...

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Product Listings for By Year - 2008