Pictures from the Bounty

I have posted pictures from the Bounty on the website. Click here to view them.

Glorie Farm Winery "Jumpin Jazz" Wine Label Contest

Glorie Farm Winery announces a "Jumpin Jazz Wine Label Conterst.

Artists from the Hudson Valley Region, loosely defined as counties that border the Hudson River from Albany to New York City, plus Bergen County, New Jersey, are invited to submit their artwork for consideration to be used on the Glorie Jumpin Jazz bottle. Entry fee is $10 and one submission per artist is allowed. The winning work will be printed on 4” x 4” labels, and artists are encouraged to be creative.

In addition to being featured on the Glorie Farm Winery website as well as promotional materials related to the contest, the winning artist will receive half the entry fees, a case of the labeled wine, plus two free tickets to Bounty of the Hudson 2007, an annual event sponsored by the Shawangunk Wine Trail. The artist’s name will also appear on the label.

For more information and details go the Glorie Farm Winerey Website

winemakers workshop @ Benmarl

-Saturday, August 19th from 11AM to 3PM
Winemaker's Workshop #3
Benmarl Winemaker Kristop Brown takes a day out of his
busy pre-harvest schedule to lead attendees on a romp
through the vineyard. Want the answers to questions
like "What is Veraison"? Bring your own questions to
stump the pro. We will provide lunch, a winetasting
and complimentary gift to each attendee.
Yes, you should attend even if it is your first
workshop ... each is a unique and fun experience.
Fee and reservation required by Thursday August 17th.
845-236-4265 ext. 102

Congratulations Baldwin Vineyards

Congratulations goes out to Baldwin Vineyards who recently won Two Gold Medals at the Connecticut wine competition - Armiento del Vino - Double Gold for the Black Raspberry Wine and Gold Medal for their Trilogy (their red raspberry wine which was bottled to celebrate the birth of their Triplet Grandchildren (Ben, Emily & Matt, born Sept 23, 2005)

Congratulations!!!

Adair Vineyards 3rd Annual Cajun Jamboree

If you attended the Bounty of the Hudson at Adair Vineyards, you will want to go back on August 19th for their Cajun Jamboree. Tickets are $35 (plus tax) in advance and $40 at the door...rain or shine. It is going to be a wonderful day with live music throughout the day featuring Cleoma's Ghost with Jesse Lege and Friends. Lots of fantastic cajun food like; Chicken and Vegetarian Jambalaya, Blackened Catfish, Alligator Gumbo, Crawfish Boil, Banana's Foster and more.

To get your tickets call Adair Vineyards at 845-255-1377

Wines to taste at the Bounty

I have the list of wine that everyone will be able to taste at the Bounty. Here is a sample

Adair Vineyards: Solitary Oak and Baco Noir
Applewood: Wawayanda White
Baldwin: Strawberry, Blueberry & Raspberry Wine
Benmarl: Slate Hill White, Hudson Rive Rouge
Brimston: Vin Rouge, Vidal Blanc
Glorie: Pear White, Red Monkey
Rivendell: Merlot, Sangria
Stoutridge: Glen Vidal
Warwick Valley: Docs Hard Cider, Black Dirt Red
Whitecliff: Awosting White, Vidal Blanc

And this is just a sample from the 11 Shawangunk Wineries, there are 18 wineries attending. The others are from the Hudson Valley Region.

See you this weekend.
Cheers,

Bounty Line Up

I hope everyone is ready for the weekend. There are 18 wineries and may other vendors.

Here is the lineup from the WDST Stage

Saturday:
12p Vicky Russell
1p Todd Giudice
2p Valen
3p The Trapps

Sunday
12p Martine
1p Bibi Farber
2p Kurt Henry Band
3p The Trapps

I hope to see everyone there.

Bounty of the Hudson

Don't forget next weekend is the Bounty. July 29 & 30th. Go to www.gunkswine.com and order your tickets in advance. Tickets are $20 (plus tax) in advance $25 at the door

Admission includes: 3 tastes of wine from each winery, souvenir wine glass, an opportunity to sample and purchase edibles from select Hudson Valley restaurants and farms. live musical entertainment.

Participating Wineries:: Adair Vineyards, Alison Wines, Applewood Winery, Baldwin Vineyards, Benmarl Winery, Brimstone Hill Vineyards, Brotherhood Winery, Cascade Mountain Winery, Clinton Vineyards, Glorie Farm Winery, Millbrook Winery, North Salem Winery, Pazdar Wines, Rivendell Winery, Stoutridge Winery, Warwick Valley Winery,
Whitecliff Winery, Windham Vineyards

Bounty of the Hudson

The Bounty of the Hudson will be here before you know it. Besides all 11 wine trail members, you will be able to taste wine from Millbrook Winery, Alison Winery, Clinton Vineyards, North Salem Vineyards, Cascade Mountain Winery & Restaurant, Pazdar Winery, Windham Vineyards.

It's being held at Adair Vineyards 52 Allhusen Road, New Paltz, NY

It's going to be a great event. There will be givaways from WDST's Greg Gattine on Saturday. We have a great two day band line up as well. To order you tickets click here

Personal Invite to the Bounty

Just want to give you all a personal invite to the Bounty of the Hudson July 29 & 30.

Click here for the Audio

History Lesson 1

From time to time I am going to throw in a Hudson Valley Wine History as it relates to the members of the Shawangunk Wine Trail.

Did you know that Brotherhood Winery is the oldest winery in America and Benmarl is home to the oldest Vineyards in America.

Safe 4th

Happy 4th of July. We hope everyone has a safe holiday.

4th of July Weekend

Don't forget there is lots to do this weekend on the Shawangunk Wine Trail. Concert on the 4th at Rivendell Winery, Baldwin Vineyards has a Chocolate Strawberry & Wine Festival and there is more.

Come visit.

It's not to early to puchase tickets to the Bounty of the Hudson on July 29 & 30th.

Click here to order tickets

Pictures from Around the World

I just posted the pictures from the Around the World Event. To view them click here.

Smile:)

Around the World

I hope everyone had a good time at the event this weekend. Wasn't the food fantastic. I liked the Vegetarian Curry @ Whitecliff Vineyards the best. Those chocolate balls at Rivendell were to die for.

My hats go off to all the chefs this weekend.

The next event is the 11th Annual Bounty of the Hudson. It's not to early to purchase tickets. click here to order your tickets.

Spain and Italy Check In

The dishes for Spain and Italy are revealed.

Baldwin Vineyards (Spain) - Shrimp Salad with Rice & Lemon Vinaignette

Applewood Winery (Italy) - Bocconcini Di Pollo Con Patate E Salsicce (Chicken Bites with Potato, Sausages & Vinegar) and Blueberry Riccota Squares.

Remember, Applewood can't accommodate buses.

Cheers:)

Wine Tasting Tips

Wine Tasting Tips

• Eat before you come to the tasting. There are many wines to try...the munchies provided are intended to help you try the wines with food and clear your palate.

• Drink water or eat bread to clear your palate.

• Be safe. Limit the amount you drink if you are driving.

• Be courteous to others who wish to taste. After receiving your pour, please step back from the tasting table to do your personal evaluation. Others can then step forward to receive a sample of wine. Step to the side to talk with the winery representative.

• Designate a driver or use public transportation.

• DONT DRINK & DRIVE
  

Dishes from India and Georgia

I just heard from Rivendell and Whitecliff on the dishes they will be serving.

Rivendell Winery - Mugeugi (a traditional cold dense soup made from pork) along with Minions (an infinite pleasure for those with a sweet tooth)

Whitecliff Vineyards - South Indian Vegetable Curry ( a spicy chickpea curry with onions, coconut milk and peas) along with Strawberries in their Cabernet Franc.

See you over the weekend with your appetite...

More dishes for the Around the World Event

Just heard from a couple other wineries on what they will be serving. All these dishes sound delicious! I can not wait to try them.

Benmarl - Shepards Pie

Glorie Farm Winery - Bulgogi, Mandu and Kimchi (noodle salad)

I will have to do double time at the gym after this event:)

Around the World in 60 Miles

This weekend is the Shawangunk Wine Trail's Around the World in 60 Miles event. As you travel to the different wineries, they will have taken on the personality of another Country. Countries like Italy, Ireland, Chile, Mexico, Georgia,Spain, Sweden, Korea, India and Germany. They will be serving food from those regions paired with their wine.


I just heard from some of the wineries on what they will be serving. Sounds great!

Brimstone Hill - Knackebrod with cheese, Swedish meatboalls with lingonberry sauce, strawberries and pepparkakor
Adair Vineyards -Pollo con Mole (Chicken with Mole)
Arroz Rojo ( Red Chile Rice) Frijoles de la Olla ( Classic Mexican "Pot" Beans)
Brotherhood Winery - Meat Empanadas, Ensalada Chilenas & Alfajores
Stoutridge Winery - German Cookie and Onion Tart

I will post more mouthwatering dishes as I get them.

Debbie