We had a wonderful evening exploring the world of chocolate and wine pairings with our host – learning how various wines complement or detract from the flavors of the many types of chocolates and candies. The evening started out with a delightful Prosecco to cleanse the pallet and then we were on to the tastings. […]
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The American Wine Society annual conference is an amazing opportunity to participate in sessions about wine regions, wine varietals, wine styles, wine making in Virginia, you name it! Aside from 42 sessions to choose from, there will be pre-conference tours on Wednesday and Thursday, so come and enjoy an amazing weekend with hundreds of wine
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Our chapter will be participating in the American Wine Society’s National Tasting Project. This project is a fantastic effort by the AWS to aggregate and compare wine tasting results from chapters around the country. Update information for our chapter’s participation is forthcoming as more information as it is released from the American Wine Society. Date:
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Explore the World of Kentucky Wines on Derby Day! Join us for a Kentucky Derby-themed event, where tradition meets elegance! Celebrate the excitement of the Derby while indulging in a curated selection of Kentucky wines and a menu inspired by classic Derby Day favorites. From savory Southern bites to signature Derby cocktails, this event will
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Have you ever struggled to pick up the scents in a glass of red wine while others seem to detect them with ease? Our sense of smell plays a powerful role in how we experience wine, yet no two noses perceive aromas the same way. In this interactive class, we’ll explore why scent perception varies
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Bring your favorite bottle of wine and get ready for a fun-filled evening of discovery and connection! Charcuterie and other appetizers to be provided by our hosts. This casual and interactive event is all about exploring new wines, sharing favorites, and getting to know fellow wine lovers. As we taste through everyone’s selections, the group
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Four chapter members traveled to the national conference in Winston-Salem and had an amazing time! The combination of engaging presentations, deep dives into wines and learning about regions the wines are produced made for an unforgettable trip. Touring wineries and tasting wines from the North Carolina region was the perfect way to complement the conference.
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American Wine Society members attended a wine tasting at Wildwood Family Farms in Alto, Michigan. The wines were from Wyncroft Winery, Pullman, MI. Owner and winemaker James Lester walked us through the process he uses to make fantastic Michigan wines. The wines presented were an 81% Sauvignon Blanc / 19% Semillion blend, a Chardonnay, a
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The American Wine Society had its annual Rose’ wine event. This event is hosted in the beautiful backyard/garden of a West Michigan member of the AWS in Muskegon, MI. As you can see there is plenty of food and wine. The conversations were fun and educational. Not all the food that was there is pictured,
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Karen and Craig Willand were our hosts for wonderful wine get together with a Summer Party Pairings theme. They presented us with some general information on food and wine pairings (even providing us with a takeaway “cheat sheet” we could use for future reference) before presenting two rounds of white and red wines from the Rhone
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