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6th Annual Texas Fall Fest & Wine Auction

June — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:18:24 +0000

CELEBRATE TOTALLY TEXAS FLAVORS…

It’s almost time for the 6th Annual Texas Fall Fest & Wine Auction where guests can sip and savor Texas’ best culinary and wine offerings in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

Texas Wineries will once again host this special weekend beginning Friday, October 8 through Sunday, 10, 2010.

The three-day festival kicks-off Friday evening with “Sunset on the Lake”. Stroll the sumptuous tables of fabulous fare prepared from the best chefs and restaurants in the Hill Country and beyond. Savor wares of Texas Winemakers as they boost your knowledge of their newest and most delicious wine varieties. Tap your toe or dance the night away on the covered patio. Bid on wine and chef packages, jewelry, art and great packages at our silent auction benefiting the Hill Country Court Appointed Special Assistance for children (C.A.S.A) and Texas Wine and Grape Research.

Sip, Savor and Stroll as we host the 4th annual Chef’s Taste-Off”. Wes Marshall, wine writer for Austin Chronicle and Dallas Morning News, and Randy McCrea, wine columnist for the Williamson County Sun and the Texas Wine Correspondent for Houston’s My Table magazine and other wine writers from around the state will award of the delectable dishes the “BEST of the FEST” award. 6:30 – 9:00 pm. $40/person.

The Texas Fall Fest continues Saturday night “Trail o’ Food” Texas Celebrity Chef Dinner and Auction with Cowboy Chef Grady Spears!

Begin a Progressive Dinner Stroll down Main Street, stopping at Specialty Shops to browse and enjoy “Street Food” appetizers paired with a delicious choice of Texas Wines. Then, we’ll convene under the Dinner Tent at Chef Grady Spear’s Table, accented by Texas Hill Country Music.

“Raise your Paddle” for the Live Texas Wine Auction….as you won’t want to miss out on the Wine Country Selections and Chefs’ Special Offerings! Strolling Appetizer & Wine Reception included with Full Dinner Price – $75 per person OR Strolling Appetizer & Wine Reception is sold separately at $25 per person.

The Sunday “Farm to Market & Wine Fair”, featuring all things locally grown, will be held in Downtown Marble Fall from 12noon to 4:00pm, and will be an entertaining finale to the spectacular wine and food offered during this weekend’s events.

Fair goers will peruse the big tent of vendors presenting for purchase their locally grown/produced olive oils, meats, produce, chocolates, breads, and all things fresh, complimented by the best Texas wines, available by the taste, glass or bottles.

The $15 gate fee includes 10 coupons for tastes at the wineries and a commemorative glass for you to take home!

A complete weekend pass to all events is available for only $125/person or $110/TWGGA member. Individual Events tickets are for sale and offer a TWGGA member discount!

For more information on the weekend pass and individual event ticket sales, please visit www.texasfallfest.com or call the Texas Wine & Grape Growers Association at 817-424-0570.

WE ARE MAKING WINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Emily — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 21:27:13 +0000

We are all super excited that we have the opportunity to start making wine at our shop this year!!!! The Black Rock Vineyard Association brought over 2 barrels and some other equipment this past weekend. They added the necessary ingrediants and now we get to stir and mash multiple times every day. We are going to start harvesting and making wine from our own vineyard this upcomming weekend the 21st & 22nd of Aug. Here are some pictures of the process. We will keep you updated. Stop by the shop to check it out in person!

Bringing in the Barrels! Sat Aug 14th

Talking about the Wine Making!

This is what it looks like the same day it was picked after the grapes are put through the 1st press. Mostly to get the stems and leaves out and to break the skins so the juice will come out.

Evening of YOGA & WINE

June — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:27:06 +0000

$18/person or $30/couple

6:30 pm–A wonderful, full hour plus a wee bit more of an outstanding yoga class that will stretch each part of your body & soul.

7:30 pm–A terrific, refreshing glass of locally made Texas wine accompanied by a happy plate of cheese and fruit.

Reservations are encouraged so that the appropriate amount of food can be anticipated, but reservations are not required, so if moved by the spirit at the last minute, then come on down and join us! questions and so on, email tiffyoranch@gmail.com

Thursday, August 12th, 6:30 pm

San Gabriel Wine Trail on June 19th, 2010

June — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:34:42 +0000

San Gabriel Wine Trail June 19th!

Summer Trail – June 19th, 2010

Winter Trail – January 29, 2011

Enjoy visiting 3 Wineries: Georgetown Winery, Inwood Estates Winery in Florence and Salado Wine Seller

& 3 Wine Bars: Silver & Stone Restaurant, The Vineyard at Florence & Salado Swirl and Sip

Includes 3 Tastings at each location, souvenir wine glass, snacks and a gift to take home. Trail Price $ 35 per person

The June 19th wine trail will have 3 start locations (Georgetown Winery, Inwood Estates Winery & Salado Wine Seller) and two times (The Trail times will be 11am-3pm will be the first trail time and 3pm-7pm will be the second.)

Only 150 tickets will be sold per time and with only 50 people starting per location which will help control overcrowding at the locations.

Buy tickets at http://www.sangabrielwinetrail.com/

Sensing Oak in Wines

Emily — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 18:39:18 +0000

OAK in WINES Tuesday, Mar 2nd, 6:30 pm

What do you mean “aged in oak”? Why oak? How does that affect the flavor? Do they age wine in mesquite? Find out the answers to these questions and expand your understanding of wine. Lecture and wine tasting.

This wine tasting class is at Salado Wine Seller (841 N. Main Street, 947-8011) and it will familiarize you with oak in wine and how it influences the wine. $25 per person. Tuesday March 2nd 6:30-8:30pm Please sign up through Temple Recreation Department. (254)298-5690

https://webtrac.ci.temple.tx.us/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/wbar02IRM.html?wbsi=ylMlbdfjpbkraAaj&tv=57949&xxguest=yes&xxstart=wbar0220.html&lang=CUSTM

Evening of Yoga & Wine

Emily — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:53:35 +0000

Join us for an Evening of Yoga & Wine at Salado Wine Seller ( 841 N. Main Street, 947-8011) on Wednesday Feb.10 at 6:30pm. In celebration of February’s loving light, during this special event, we’ll focus on the heart chakra. Yoga 6:30 -7:30, wine and refreshments 7:30 – 9 pm. $18 per person, $30 per couple. Reservations, email Tiffyoranch@gmail.com.

Pick up a Texas Winery Passport

June — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:56:31 +0000

Come by Salado Wine Seller and pick up a Texas Winery Passport and earn free gifts. Getting Rewards is fun and easy! Simply take your passport to the Texas wineries and follow the directions on the passport. We’ll be happy to stamp it as well. If you forget to ask us for a stamp, don’t worry, just take a look at your receipt and you’ll find our code on the bottom.

Some wineries have a display in their visitor area that will show their code. Once you get your four stamps, log on to www.gotexanwine.org. Click on PASSPORT REWARDS tab and enter the codes from your passport, fill out the forms and your free reward-item will be shipped to you. Keep collecting and filling out new passports to earn additional rewards. Filled passports can be collected and used to track your favorite Texas wines.

Black Friday Special

June — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:09:18 +0000

On Sale $34.95!!!

Only $34.95 at Salado Wine Seller on Friday, November 27th, 12 pm – 7 pm

Well, I’ve succombed to Black Friday Fever! Salado Wine Seller will feature the Spiegelau Vino Grande Bordeaux 5-Piece Gift Set at the low price of $34.95. That’s $10 off our normal price and $5 off the lowest price at Amazon.com.

These are a great gift for your favorite wine lover. This is from the VINO GRANDE line, which according to Spiegelau is “the ‘intelligent’ glass for elegant and perfect wine drinking“. These glasses are durable and dishwasher safe. The set comes with 4 wineglasses and one decanter.

While supplies last!

Don’t worry though, I’ve got plenty. No need to camp out on my doorstep. You can spend your morning at those crazy big box stores, or simply sleep in. Have your turkey leftovers and then come by and purchase this bargain for a gift or for yourself. While you’re here, sip and swirl some of the best Texas wines and enjoy a glass of wine on the porch in the afternoon sun.

Happy Thanksgiving!

McPherson Wine Dinner at The Range Restaurant

June — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:09:45 +0000

Featured Wine

You’re invited! Come to the wine dinner with the folks from McPherson Wine Cellars on Friday, November 13 at The Range Restaurant. Call (254) 947-3828 for reservations.

According to McPherson’s website:

Kim Mcpherson has made wines of exception quality in Texas and California for over 25 years. After graduating from Texas Tech University, Kim completed the enology and viticulture program at UC Davis and worked in Napa Valley. In 1979 Kim returned to Lubbock as a winemaker at Llan Estacado Winery, founded by his father, Dr. Clinton “Doc” McPherson, the pioneer of the modern Texas wine industry. Kim was named winemaker at Cap Rock Winery in 1990 and in 2000 created McPherson Cellars to Honor his father.

Kim and “Doc” were inducted in to the “Who’s Who in Food and Wine in Texas” in 1998. Kim’s Texas wines have won over 400 medals in state, national, and international wine competitions including two Double Gold Medals at the prestigious San Francisco Wine Fair. He continues to be an innovative and dynamic force in the Texas wine industry. Kim produces only premium quality wines from grapes grown primarily on the Texas High Plains, including “Doc’s” Sagmor Vineyard and the Dell Valley in far West Texas. Kim believes in “planting to the land” so his focus is on Rhone and Italian varietals and his dedication and skill show in McPherson Cellars wines.

McPherson Wine Dinner Menu

Shared plates of Cilantro Pesto Torta with Peach-Ancho Jam, Toasted Texas Pecans and Fresh Focaccia

Viognier

1st Course

Hook, Line and Sinker-Grilled Giant Texas Firecracker Shrimp with Crispy Glass Noodles over a “pool” Blue Caracao Sauce

Hook, Line & Sinker Blush

2nd Course

Baked Mexican Tortilla Soup

Sangiovese

3rd Course

Hickory Smoked and Ale Braised Beef Shortrib with Blue Corn Grits, Caramelized Texas Onions, Natuaral Jus and topped with Green Chile Gremolada

Cabernet Sauvignon

Dessert to Share per Couple

Texas sized Warm Dried Cranberry Tarts topped with Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream, Fresh Berry Sauce and Brandied Caramel

La Diosa Sangria

Brennan Vineyards–Winemaker Dinner

June — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 07:55:32 +0000

Adelea’s On Main is excited to join forces with the Salado Wine Seller to present a night of fabulous food and wonderful wine pairings from Brennan Vineyards on October 14th at 6:30 p.m.

This evening will be an educational event where each wine and food pairing will be explained and discussed. Guests will arrive to passed hors d’oeuvres on the patio and a brief introduction to Brennan Vineyards. Guests will then retire to their tables inside for a dining experience that includes a first course of a Bacon Wrapped Quail Salad, a second course of Filet Mignon and Roasted Salmon and a dessert course of Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse. The cost for this reservation only evening will be $65 per person and $120 a couple. This price includes your 4 course meal and the corresponding wine pairings, your wine educator, tax and gratuity. Call us at 254.947.0018 to make your reservations soon as we only have 42 spots available for this event.