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Saturday, August 3, 2019
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The Vino events going on in the South Florida area continue! Send us an e-mail to Jose@iVinoMiami.com with what wine you most enjoy too. Hope you’re enjoying all the #Vino events going on in South Florida! Stay tuned to iVinoMiami.com for all the info. Please continue WininginMiami, friends! Become a fan on Facebook @WininginMiami or follow us on Twitter @WininginMiami
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Saturday, April 6, 2019
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The Vino events going on in the South Florida area continue! Send us an e-mail to Jose@iVinoMiami.com with what wine you most enjoy too. Hope you’re enjoying all the #Vino events going on in South Florida! Stay tuned to iVinoMiami.com for all the info. Please continue WininginMiami, friends! Become a fan on Facebook @WininginMiami or follow us on Twitter @WininginMiami
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Sunday, February 3, 2019
23rd Annual Las Olas Wine and Food Festival Returns Friday, April 5
The
American Lung Association is gearing up to host the 23rd Annual Las Olas Wine
and Food Festival (LOWFF) set to take place on this date: Friday, April 5, 2019 from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm.
Spanning over Las Olas Boulevard, LOWFF guests will flash their credentials to get treated to more than 50 restaurants with a culinary journey that will showcase the talents of South Florida's finest chefs. There will also be more than 200 wines, spirits and breweries.
For ticket and more information, click HERE
Put in code ivinomiami and get $15 off your ticket.
Cheers to this great event!
Saturday, January 19, 2019
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The
Vino events going on in the South Florida area continue! Send us an
e-mail to Jose@iVinoMiami.com with what wine you most enjoy too. Hope
you’re enjoying all the #Vino events going on in South Florida! Stay
tuned to iVinoMiami.com for all the info. Please continue WininginMiami,
friends! Become a fan on Facebook @WininginMiami or follow us on
Twitter @WininginMiami
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Wine responsibly, and as always, Salud #Miami
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Wine responsibly, and as always, Salud #Miami
Monday, November 19, 2018
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The
Vino events going on in the South Florida area continue! Send us an
e-mail to Jose@iVinoMiami.com with what wine you most enjoy too. Hope
you’re enjoying all the #Vino events going on in South Florida! Stay
tuned to iVinoMiami.com for all the info. Please continue WininginMiami,
friends! Become a fan on Facebook @WininginMiami or follow us on
Twitter @WininginMiami
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Friday, October 19, 2018
Key Biscyane Wine and Food Festival This November
The Key Biscayne Wine and Food Festival is back on Thursday, November 14, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to the Rusty Pelican,
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway.
Evening's proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Key Biscayne Foundation (RCKBF) and its affiliated charities including the Arc of South Florida.
This year, the wines competing will be judged by 5 stellar judges who will taste 21 varietals and have two final ones.
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway.
Evening's proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Key Biscayne Foundation (RCKBF) and its affiliated charities including the Arc of South Florida.
This year, the wines competing will be judged by 5 stellar judges who will taste 21 varietals and have two final ones.
Thursday, April 26, 2018
iVinoMiami and @WininginMiami
The
Vino events going on in the South Florida area continue! Send us an
e-mail to Jose@iVinoMiami.com with what wine you most enjoy too. Hope
you’re enjoying all the #Vino events going on in South Florida! Stay
tuned to iVinoMiami.com for all the info. Please continue WininginMiami,
friends! Become a fan on Facebook @WininginMiami or follow us on
Twitter @WininginMiami
#MiamiWine
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud! #Miami
#MiamiWine
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud! #Miami
Saturday, February 3, 2018
The 23rd Annual Las Olas Wine And Food Festival Returns Friday, April 5
The
American Lung Association is gearing up to host the 23rd Annual Las Olas Wine
and Food Festival (LOWFF) set to take place on this date: Friday, April 5, 2019 from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm.
Spanning over five enclosed blocks, LOWFF guests will flash their credentials to get treated to more than 50 restaurants with a culinary journey that will showcase the talents of South Florida's finest chefs. There will also be more than 200 wines, spirits and breweries.
For ticket and more information, click HERE
Cheers to this great event!
Spanning over five enclosed blocks, LOWFF guests will flash their credentials to get treated to more than 50 restaurants with a culinary journey that will showcase the talents of South Florida's finest chefs. There will also be more than 200 wines, spirits and breweries.
For ticket and more information, click HERE
Cheers to this great event!
Boca Bacchanal's Annual Wine and Food Event is Back the Weekend of April 6th
The Boca Bacchanal's annual wine and food celebration returns the weekend of April 6th.
The festivities start with the Vintner Dinners which are private dinners at unique historical sites.
Each dinner features a vintner and chef pairing their wine and cuisine with an amazing 5-course meal.
Guests will also have the opportunity to meet their chef and vintner and learn about the pairings.
That will take place Friday, April 6th.
On Saturday, April 7th, the Bacchanalia community party at Mizner Park, combining incredible food from over 30 local restaurants, will showcase their best.
With live entertainment, numerous vendors, an interactive experience, and a high-tech auction there will be plenty of fun that night.
All proceeds will benefit the Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum and their mission to preserve, share and celebrate Boca Raton's local history.
For tickets and more information click HERE.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
The festivities start with the Vintner Dinners which are private dinners at unique historical sites.
Each dinner features a vintner and chef pairing their wine and cuisine with an amazing 5-course meal.
Guests will also have the opportunity to meet their chef and vintner and learn about the pairings.
That will take place Friday, April 6th.
On Saturday, April 7th, the Bacchanalia community party at Mizner Park, combining incredible food from over 30 local restaurants, will showcase their best.
With live entertainment, numerous vendors, an interactive experience, and a high-tech auction there will be plenty of fun that night.
All proceeds will benefit the Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum and their mission to preserve, share and celebrate Boca Raton's local history.
For tickets and more information click HERE.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Ft. Lauderdale's Museum of Discovery and Science's Annual Wine And Food Event Coming March 16
The Museum of Discovery Science's annual Wine and Spirits Culinary celebration takes place Friday, March 16, 2018.
At least 1,500 guests are expected in a night that will include wines and spirits from all over the world. Plus, a mix of craft beers to taste as well.
Signing up as Platinum? Enjoy premium cuisine starting at 5:30 pm.
The Grand Tasting doors open at 6:30 pm and will feature more than 40 of South Florida's top food dining spots and will be followed by the chic After-Party lounge where music and more food will be served open air.
The After-Party will be from 8 pm to 10 pm in the Museum's atrium.
Some of the restaurants attending are Crepemaker, Fare to Remember, Lona, Seasons 52, Sette Bello and Ten Palms Restaurant at GulfStream Park.
More announcements to come.
Click HERE for ticket information.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
At least 1,500 guests are expected in a night that will include wines and spirits from all over the world. Plus, a mix of craft beers to taste as well.
Signing up as Platinum? Enjoy premium cuisine starting at 5:30 pm.
The Grand Tasting doors open at 6:30 pm and will feature more than 40 of South Florida's top food dining spots and will be followed by the chic After-Party lounge where music and more food will be served open air.
The After-Party will be from 8 pm to 10 pm in the Museum's atrium.
Some of the restaurants attending are Crepemaker, Fare to Remember, Lona, Seasons 52, Sette Bello and Ten Palms Restaurant at GulfStream Park.
More announcements to come.
Click HERE for ticket information.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Saturday, January 6, 2018
Oregon Vino's Cubanisimo Vineyards Makes Miami Proud
Last year, while on a short visit to South Florida, Cubanisimo's founder and current owner Mauricio Collada (and his wife) sat down with me for some coffee.
It was a good conversation where he shared how with their 'dance with nature' they can extract top grape in Oregon.
They believe the '17 mix clones of Pinot Noir and Oregon clones of Italian Pinot Gris will do well.
They also expect that the Rosados '16 will be a fan favorite.
He describes himself a child of South Florida and solid, proud Cuban American who found his way to the West in love with wine.
Mauricio Collada has focused on vinicultural practices and strives to make the best Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. He has partnered from the onset with respected Oregon winemaker Rob Stuart.
More info: www.CubanisimoVineyards.com
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
It was a good conversation where he shared how with their 'dance with nature' they can extract top grape in Oregon.
They believe the '17 mix clones of Pinot Noir and Oregon clones of Italian Pinot Gris will do well.
They also expect that the Rosados '16 will be a fan favorite.
He describes himself a child of South Florida and solid, proud Cuban American who found his way to the West in love with wine.
Mauricio Collada has focused on vinicultural practices and strives to make the best Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. He has partnered from the onset with respected Oregon winemaker Rob Stuart.
More info: www.CubanisimoVineyards.com
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Saturday, December 30, 2017
Key Biscayne Wine and Food Festival's 14th Year
The Key Biscayne Wine and Food Festival is back on Thursday, November 14, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to the Rusty Pelican,
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway.
Evening's proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Key Biscayne Foundation (RCKBF) and its affiliated charities including the Arc of South Florida.
This year, there will be wines competing and
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway.
Evening's proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Key Biscayne Foundation (RCKBF) and its affiliated charities including the Arc of South Florida.
This year, there will be wines competing and
Saturday, November 25, 2017
Virginia Wine Country (Eastern Virginia) Part Two with Saudé Creek Wine
In part two of my Virginia wine posts, wanted to tell you about the folks at Saudé Creek Vineyards.
Not far from where the Pamunkey and York River meet, this winery is cranking out vino and quite a few weddings from what I hear.
A former tavern during George Washington's time it was bought in 2008 and planted with 6 types of grapes when it started.
During my visit, got a full tour of its facility, fermenting area and grounds.
I recommend the tasting of its reds and whites where for $10 you'll get to try some 7 wines and plenty of hospitality.
One of its most impressive whites was the Vidal Blanc, a zesty off dry vino with peach like aroma.
Want to go premium? for $17, get the 7 on the regular tasting plus 4 unique vinos.
I was intrigued by the Pamunkey Fall, named after the river that lays just north of the winery. This Chardonnay and Chardonel (sort of like a cousin of Chardonnay) is fresh and fruit forward like. The apricot on it had me quite happy.
On the reds, the 1791, a Bordeaux like blend with good tannins yet not over powering made me think of espresso.
Plus, the Syrah, with its earthiness and spice and dark cherries was another outstanding full body vino. Saudé Creek is doing it right.
What started out as a Cider Apply winery and its now producing about 6,500 cases of wine a year, Saudé Creek is a good spot to tour while in Eastern Virginia.
Owners Jason knight (who was actually testing and pressing some vino while we toured the stainless tanks)
and John Britt are putting the right touches on Virginia Wine Country.
More info: www.saudecreek.com
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Not far from where the Pamunkey and York River meet, this winery is cranking out vino and quite a few weddings from what I hear.
A former tavern during George Washington's time it was bought in 2008 and planted with 6 types of grapes when it started.
During my visit, got a full tour of its facility, fermenting area and grounds.
I recommend the tasting of its reds and whites where for $10 you'll get to try some 7 wines and plenty of hospitality.
One of its most impressive whites was the Vidal Blanc, a zesty off dry vino with peach like aroma.
Want to go premium? for $17, get the 7 on the regular tasting plus 4 unique vinos.
I was intrigued by the Pamunkey Fall, named after the river that lays just north of the winery. This Chardonnay and Chardonel (sort of like a cousin of Chardonnay) is fresh and fruit forward like. The apricot on it had me quite happy.
On the reds, the 1791, a Bordeaux like blend with good tannins yet not over powering made me think of espresso.
Plus, the Syrah, with its earthiness and spice and dark cherries was another outstanding full body vino. Saudé Creek is doing it right.
What started out as a Cider Apply winery and its now producing about 6,500 cases of wine a year, Saudé Creek is a good spot to tour while in Eastern Virginia.
Owners Jason knight (who was actually testing and pressing some vino while we toured the stainless tanks)
and John Britt are putting the right touches on Virginia Wine Country.
More info: www.saudecreek.com
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Sunday, November 12, 2017
Virginia Wine Country's Gauthier Vineyards (Eastern Virginia)
I was thinking about all American wines this year and decided to take a trip with my wife to Virginia's wine country (The rest of this will be in first person).
Not far from the renowned tourist area of Williamsburg, Virginia sits Gauthier Vineyards (Kent County).
Off the highway and down a narrow, bumpy road, it's an easy good find.
Upon my arrival, I was greeted with quite a welcome by one of its owners, Sandi Gauthier.
She was kind enough to take me through what will soon be a distillery tasting area and its adjacent vault. She said that's to come in just a few months.
Back to the wine.
As I entered the tasting area, I couldn't help but notice the magnificent views of the surrounding landscape. The porch area has seats all around its sides with small dining tables to enjoy the wine.
I got to take in some of the lake views (and the Norton grapes) which I highly recommend.
Once inside, I was greeted by Mike, the tasting room manager. Quite the knowledge this gentleman has on Virginia wine country, its origins, personas and current state of affairs.
Little did I know that Viognier (the white wine grape from France), could be grown in Virginia. In the tasting room, they had an oak aged version that was impressive, subtle yet easy to drink.
One of the ones that livened me up was the Traminette 2014. Almost aperitif like, with a big aroma of flowers, after drinking it I felt like I was dipped in a bouquet. I learned that it is a hybrid of Gewurztraminer.
We moved on to the reds and I was mostly intrigued by the Petit Verdot 2014. Spicy, rich and with a good amount of tannins, it's interesting to see how the winemaker was able to pull this off as a standalone wine, since Petit Verdot is usually used to blend with other varietals.
A little after, had the signature Brick House Red 2014. With a blend of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and a signature grape of Virginia's Chambourcin, this voluptuous red has plenty of tannings. However, very light astringency for a big wine. It was one of my favorites due to its richness.
Finally, the Port Style Rochembeau's Starboard made with fortified Chambourcin (grapes are hybrid from the Loire Valley) with quite the herb type aroma. It's made from grains alcohol but has no brandy despite its fortification.
Gauthier Vineyards is a reasonably priced winery. At a $10 fee for a tasting of 7 select wines sets a fair ground for what you'll encounter in its vinos. Plus, you'll get to take a souvenir wine glass. If you are active or retired military, you'll get an extra 15% off.
Most grapes are grown in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are brought to the winery for fermentation, bottling and serving.
This former Naval officers duo of wife (Sandi) and husband (Mo) are putting the right touches on the Virginia wine world. A small production, family owned winery doing cool, easy to drink wines enriching the industry. Although they may only make an average of a few thousand cases a year, that's enough to put them on the map.
More info: www.gauthiervineyard.com
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Not far from the renowned tourist area of Williamsburg, Virginia sits Gauthier Vineyards (Kent County).
Off the highway and down a narrow, bumpy road, it's an easy good find.
Upon my arrival, I was greeted with quite a welcome by one of its owners, Sandi Gauthier.
She was kind enough to take me through what will soon be a distillery tasting area and its adjacent vault. She said that's to come in just a few months.
Back to the wine.
As I entered the tasting area, I couldn't help but notice the magnificent views of the surrounding landscape. The porch area has seats all around its sides with small dining tables to enjoy the wine.
I got to take in some of the lake views (and the Norton grapes) which I highly recommend.
Once inside, I was greeted by Mike, the tasting room manager. Quite the knowledge this gentleman has on Virginia wine country, its origins, personas and current state of affairs.
Little did I know that Viognier (the white wine grape from France), could be grown in Virginia. In the tasting room, they had an oak aged version that was impressive, subtle yet easy to drink.
One of the ones that livened me up was the Traminette 2014. Almost aperitif like, with a big aroma of flowers, after drinking it I felt like I was dipped in a bouquet. I learned that it is a hybrid of Gewurztraminer.
We moved on to the reds and I was mostly intrigued by the Petit Verdot 2014. Spicy, rich and with a good amount of tannins, it's interesting to see how the winemaker was able to pull this off as a standalone wine, since Petit Verdot is usually used to blend with other varietals.
A little after, had the signature Brick House Red 2014. With a blend of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and a signature grape of Virginia's Chambourcin, this voluptuous red has plenty of tannings. However, very light astringency for a big wine. It was one of my favorites due to its richness.
Finally, the Port Style Rochembeau's Starboard made with fortified Chambourcin (grapes are hybrid from the Loire Valley) with quite the herb type aroma. It's made from grains alcohol but has no brandy despite its fortification.
Gauthier Vineyards is a reasonably priced winery. At a $10 fee for a tasting of 7 select wines sets a fair ground for what you'll encounter in its vinos. Plus, you'll get to take a souvenir wine glass. If you are active or retired military, you'll get an extra 15% off.
Most grapes are grown in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are brought to the winery for fermentation, bottling and serving.
This former Naval officers duo of wife (Sandi) and husband (Mo) are putting the right touches on the Virginia wine world. A small production, family owned winery doing cool, easy to drink wines enriching the industry. Although they may only make an average of a few thousand cases a year, that's enough to put them on the map.
More info: www.gauthiervineyard.com
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Virginia Wine Country Thoughts Coming Soon
Stay tuned for some posts on the Virginia Wine Country.
Coming soon.
Salud!
Coming soon.
Salud!
Sunday, June 4, 2017
iVinoMiami and @WininginMiami
The Vino events going on in the South Florida area continue! Send us an e-mail to Jose@iVinoMiami.com with what wine you most enjoy too. Hope you’re enjoying all the #Vino events going on in South Florida! Stay tuned to iVinoMiami.com for all the info. Please continue WininginMiami, friends! Become a fan on Facebook @WininginMiami or follow us on Twitter @WininginMiami
#MiamiWine
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud! #Miami
#MiamiWine
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud! #Miami
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Museum of Discovery and Science's Annual Wine, Spirits and Culinary Celebration Coming April 7
Fort Lauderdale's Museum of Discovery and Science hosted its 22nd Annual Wine, Spirits and Culinary
Celebration on Friday, April 7, 2017.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
The Event highlighted included tastings from South Florida’s leading restaurants and a vast
array of wines and spirits from around the world, courtesy of beverage sponsor
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.
If you attended, hope you enjoyed it.
If you attended, hope you enjoyed it.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
Boca Bacchanal Returns to Mizner Park for its 15th Anniversary
The Boca Bacchanal returned for its 15th Year the weekend of March 24, 2017.
The 2 day event hosted the Vintners Dinner on March 24th and ended with the main event on Saturday, March 25th.
Hope you enjoyed it.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
The 2 day event hosted the Vintners Dinner on March 24th and ended with the main event on Saturday, March 25th.
Hope you enjoyed it.
Please wine responsibly, and as always, Salud!
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