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Tuscany is calling you. And so is Suckling. Go to Florence to celebrate the best Tuscan wines have to offer. On May 17 – 20, the four-day event, Divino Tuscany will bring together the top winemakers from Tuscany who will promote, share and demystify their top rated wines. The four-day event is the realization of [...]

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The Willamette Valley is bustling this spring with plenty of events to satisfy any enophile! Check out the below listings and head on over to Willamette Wines for more information. Valentine’s Weekend in Wine Country (February 11-12, 2012, hours vary) Chocolate pairings, live music and special releases at participating wineries and tasting rooms; try local [...]

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A few days ago, I attended the 2nd Annual New Zealand Wine Day virtual wine tasting. Did I say virtual? Yes, I did.  Through social media channels, wine lovers and wine industry folks taste, share and engage through various online software platforms. Technology has come a long way, baby! And if you haven’t participated in this [...]

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Saint Vincent Tournante The winegrowers of Burgundy have a wonderful tradition. During the last week of January each year, they observe a celebration of their patron saint, Vincent of Saragossa. Saint Vincent of Saragossa, patron saint of vignerons During the persecution of Christians under Roman Emperor Diocletion, Deacon Vincent was tortured to death by Spain’s [...]

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If you live in the Pacific Northwest and you love wine, why not join the fun on November 25-27 and sample some of the best wine Oregon and Washington has to offer. This traditional Thanksgiving weekend is the oldest and largest event in the Pacific Northwest and visitors come from miles to visit hundreds of [...]

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Soon after the Oregon Trail settlers descended into Willamette Valley, Oregon started receiving hearty souls from another location. Many leaving the promise of riches from the California Gold Rush headed north. When the gold did not pan out they came seeking the lush and fertile green pastures and gentle hills of the Umpqua, Rouge and [...]

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