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July 2008 ArchivesClosed from the mule??July 31, 2008Think of a visit to the Calaveras Wine Country as more than a wine experience - take time to absorb the lifestyle experience it offers as well. Murphys, in particular, is truly a journey to a quieter, slower, more friendly... Tales from the Tasting Room #1July 22, 2008Weekdays are a great time for a summer visit to the tasting rooms of the Calaveras wineries (be sure to check that they are open, though). There are fewer visitors, winery principals often staff the tasting rooms, the conversations are... Mediterranean grapes of the Foothills: TempranilloJuly 14, 2008Having survived the successful initial Winelympics at the Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg (benefiting the Make a Wish Foundation), I now trek back to the Foothills for my first report on the "emerging varietals" of this "emerging region." As growers... Early Start to the Olympics (wine-style)July 3, 2008I'm going to hike down from my Foothills perch this week to talk about a new event happening the weekend of July 12-13 at the Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg (just 15 minutes south of downtown Sacramento). The OSM is... |
