Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/02/2008 11:43 AM
Updated by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/03/2008 09:01 AM
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First Annual Calaveras Winegrape & Gourmet, A Celebration of Local Viticulture in Calaveras County on Saturday! Video Clip Enclosed
Angels Camp, CA...The first Annual Calaveras Winegrape Wine and Gourmet was a pouring success out at Frogtown on Saturday. This was a brand new event to Calaveras County highlighting the viticulture industry in our lovely area. It was also intended to cater to the needs of small, micro vineyards and wineries. We are villages of wineries and vineyards and our size speaks volumes as to what our tailor-made needs are and what we can produce. Attendees were invited to enjoy samples of our exceptional award winning wines produced from Calaveras grown grapes and delicious foods created by our local restaurant partners. They also receive a beautiful 16 oz Calaveras Winegrape Alliance glass. Educational seminars focusing on winegrape varietals suited for our areas soils and terroir were presented by widely respected industry leaders. Culinary seminars focusing on wine & cheese pairing and a presentation on how to open and present a bottle of wine were also offered.......
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CWA Industry Members, Cooperative Trade Partners and Industry Sponsors presented their products and services including glass products, wine industry equipment, packaging materials, industry software, and more.
Guests included agriculturists, winegrape growers, winemakers, press, media, and the general public (a very wide spectrum - from wine connoisseurs and collectors to people looking for the perfect wine).
The day included Exhibits and Demonstrations from the wine and gourmet industry, Guest Speakers including Glenn McGourty, Chuck Hovey and Scott Klan. The attendees were then able to enjoy culinary classes then fine wines from Calaveras Grown grapes and locally created epicuran delights with music by Jim Lanier.
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