Wine on the Mountain - Vynecrest Winery

What kinds of wine can you taste, and buy to take home with you, this weekend at Wine on the Mountain by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail at Penn's Peak?

Here's the list of wines, with bottle prices, that Vynecrest Vineyards & Winery will be offering at its booth:

Pinot Grigio - $15

Autumn Gold - $12Spiced Winter White - $15Lemberger - $20Summertime Red - $12DiVyne Red - $10Blueberry - $15

Festival Specials:

3 bottles of Summertime Red for $25
$10 off 6 - 11 bottles
$20 off 12 bottles or more

Get your advance discounted tickets online before tonight's midnight deadline:

http://lehighvalleywinetrail.com/events/wine-on-the-mountain/

Tickets will also be available for sale at the door both days this weekend. 

Event hours are noon - 5 p.m. both days. 

Wine on the Mountain - Galen Glen

What kind of wines can you taste, and buy to take home with you, this weekend at Wine on the Mountain by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail at Penn's Peak?

Here's the list of wines, with bottle prices, that Galen Glen Winery will be offering at its booth:

Grüner Veltliner
Rosé
Riesling
Vidal Blanc
Winter Mountain Blush
Corkscrew Willow White
Chambourcin
Crooked Stick Red
Cellar Red
Winter Mountain Red
Raspberry

Festival specials ~
$3 off - 3 to 5 bottles
$8 off - 6 to 11 bottles
$20 off - 12+ bottles

Buy tickets to this weekend's wine festival online here:
http://lehighvalleywinetrail.com/events/wine-on-the-mountain/

Wine on the Mountain - Shade Mountain Winery

What kinds of wine can you taste, and buy to take home with you, this weekend at Wine on the Mountain by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail at Penn's Peak? Here's the list of wines, with bottle prices, that Shade Mountain Winery & Vineyards will be offering at its booth: 2013 Syrah - $15 2013 Cabernet Franc – $15 2013 Lemberger – $16 Rascal Red – $10 Jack’s Mountain Red – $10 2015 Pinot Grigio – $12 2016 Chardonnay – $14 2016 Riesling- $12 Niagara – $10 Moscato– $12 Prehistoric Peach – $14 Six Dwarfs Mint – $14 Granny Z’s Hard Mint Iced Tea – $15 Shade Mountain Mojitos– $15 Specials: 6% discount on a 6 pack of bottles and a 10% discount on a case of 12 bottles. Buy advanced discounted tickets to this weekend's wine festival online here:
http://lehighvalleywinetrail.com/events/wine-on-the-mountain/

Wine on the Mountain 2017 - Amore Vineyards

What kinds of wines can you sample, and buy, at this weekend's Wine on the Mountain by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail wine festival?

Here's the list of the reds, whites, and roses that Amore Vineyards & Winery in Nazareth will be sampling and selling by the glass, bottle and case:

Vidal 
Riesling
White Delight
Niagara
Bella Donna
Rose Amore
Pink Passion
Cabaret Amore
Cabaret Dolce
Chambourcin
Red Rapture
Concord
Apricot Blush
Strawberry Seduction
Blackberry Bliss
Peach Kissed
Rapport
Vidal Blanc (dessert)
Peach Sangria - made with “Peach Kissed” wine and local, home grown peaches

Lehigh Valley Wine Trail

Wine on the Mountain 2017 - ticket giveaway winners

The 10 winners of our Wine on the Mountain wine festival ticket giveaway are:

-Jenny Barret
- Susan Buttner
- Iliana Dilger
- Kelsey Glenn
- Brendan Hensinger
- Melissa Lowe
- Stephanie Ritz
- Richard Nichol
- Alaysha Suggs
- Dave Whiteash

Tickets will be emailed to winners to print out at home. Tickets are only good for this Sunday 7/23 and are NOT transferable to another person and are NOT exchangeable for Saturday. Must be age 21 or older to attend the event. FYI.

All winners have been notified by email and sent their tickets.

Didn't win? There's still time to place your online ticket order here:
http://lehighvalleywinetrail.com/events/wine-on-the-mountain/

Wine on the Mountain 2017 - Crafters & Entertainment

This year's crafters:

- Anastasia Smith Art: hand-painted wine glasses
- Serving Stone Creations: granite serving stones
- JD Gourmet: balsamic vinegar and olive oil
- Infiniti Baskets & Gifts: wine-related crafts
- Crystal’s Glass Designs: hand painted wine glasses
- Mueller Letterpress: coasters, note pads, gift tags
- Ginni Lou Jewelry: repurposed jewelry
- Luna and Fauna: pottery and stoneware
- Rustic Country Wood Art: hand-crafted wood items

This year's live entertainment:

Saturday – Robert Michaels

Sunday:
Noon – 2:30 pm – The Acoustikatz
2:30 – 5 pm – A Day Rubies

Get tickets for Wine on the Mountain at Penn's Peak, July 22 & 23 from noon - 5 p.m. both days, here:

http://lehighvalleywinetrail.com/events/wine-on-the-mountain/

Wine on the Mountain - The Winery at Wilcox

We're excited to have two guest wineries joining us for this year's Wine on the Mountain by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail wine festival at Penn's Peak in Jim Thorpe, taking place next weekend, July 22 & 23.

One of those guest wineries is The Winery at Wilcox. Here is what they will be sampling and selling by the bottle:

Cabernet Sauvignon - $16
Gruner Veltliner - $16
Elk Country Red - $11
Elk Country White - $11
Clarion River Red - $11
Wedding White - $11
Summer Days - $14
Peach Summer Days - $14
Raspberry Summer Days - $14
Happily Ever After - $18
Himbeeren (Raspberry) - $20
Strawberry Mist - $15
Blueberry Mist $21
Peach Mist - $14
Port of Chambourcin - $20

They will also sell wine slushies for $8, and will offer 10% discounts on 6 bottles, and 15% discounts on cases.

Wine on the Mountain - Franklin Hill Vineyards

What kinds of local wine can you sample and buy at Wine on the Mountain by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail next weekend?

Franklin Hill Vineyards wine list includes:

Sir Walters Red
Carnival
Beach Bum
Passion
Desire
Crush
Fainting Goat
Katie's Creek
Midnight Rush
Original Hard Cider

They will also feature Beachy Keen Sangria - a mix of their pineapple coconut wine, Beach Bum, and their mango wine, Desire.

Wine on the Mountain - Blue Mountain Vineyards

What kind of local wine can you taste and buy at Wine on the Mountain by the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail at Penn's Peak in Jim Thorpe later this month? 

Blue Mountain Vineyards will offer the following wines for tasting:

• 2013 Chardonnay
• 2015 Riesling
• Mountain Frost
• Mountain Spice
• 2016 White Merlot
• Bri’s Blush
• 2015 Pinot Noir
• 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
• 2011 Merlot
• 2015 Petite Sirah
• Red Horizon
• Sangria 

All wines will be available for sale by the bottle and by the glass.
Sweet wines and dry white wines are $6/glass and premium reds are $7/glass sangria is $6/glass.

And they will offer the following “stock up” discounts:

3 bottles- 5%

6 bottles- 10%

12 bottles or more 15%

Mother's Day along the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail

Here is what our wineries have planned for Mother's Day Weekend, May 13 & 14:

Galen Glen
We toast all ladies with a complimentary wine tasting and a Galen Glen tasting glass. Also, Grab a snack from Buy the Farm – Specializing in homemade dips, salsas, hummus and our winemaker’s favorite – homemade pita chips, Aaron and Marisa also bring locally sourced surprises like sandwiches and baked goods.
Saturday — 11am – 5pm
Sunday — Noon – 5pm

Mimosas and Music at Vynecrest
$3 Mimosas both Saturday and Sunday for Mother’s Day and Mike Spangler playing the baby grand piano in the Vyneskeller on Saturday from 1-4 pm.

Blue Mountain
It’s Mother’s Day and what better way to say “Thanks Mom” or “I Love You Mom” than with Mimosas and a cheese and fruit plate. Available at the Vineyard in New Tripoli from 11 am - 6 pm on Mother’s Day. No reservations required. Plus, Sunday Blues from 2 - 5 p.m, $5 per person, includes wine tasting.

Special at Clover Hill
May 14 – noon-4 pm
It’s Mom’s Day and what better way to say “Thanks Mom” or “I Love You Mom” than with a glass of wine and a bottle to take home. Join us at the Winery in Breinigsville for discounted wine by the glass specials from noon to 4 pm.

Cupcake Pairing – Tolino
Celebrate the moms in your life with a a wine tasting and gourmet cupcake pairing. We will be offering pink berry slushies and live music on Saturday and Sunday. Cupcake pairing is $8 for 6 tastes, souvenir glass, and cupcake. No purchase in advance required.

MAMAste YOGA with Jackie at Tolino
10:30 am special yoga flow in the vineyard guided by Jacki Squarcia of Om-azing yoga followed by brunch, a cupcake pairing, wine tasting and souvenir wine glass and live entertainment. Bring your own mat. Call us at 610.588.9463 with questions.

Yoga in the Vineyard – Franklin Hill
As always our Yoga in the Vineyard Series kicks off on Mother’s Day, May 14. We’re honored to welcome back Silver Kim to lead us in an hour of rejuvenating and relaxing poses. Your ticket includes your practice, a glass of sangria and a light buffet style brunch.Full of Crepe’s food truck will also be here offering both sweet and savory crepe options that you’re sure to love. $25 per person

Pinnacle Ridge 2017 Open House Concert Series – Scott Marshall & the Hillbilly Souls
This summer, we’re going to have a ton of fun music in our rustic Bank Barn! We have a stage, tables and chairs, a bar, food trucks, and a crowd that’s always ready to dance it up. No reservations required. Please – no outside alcoholic beverages are allowed. We will have locally produced beer and cocktails made from locally distilled spirits. We will also have non-alcoholic beverages for sale.
FOOD TRUCK: Stuffed to the Grills

Spring Wine & Cheese Pairing weekend details announced

Taking place mid-spring, the Spring Wine & Cheese Pairing Weekend features the pairing of cheeses with local wines at each of our nine member wineries. Each winery will select one of its fine wines to pair with the perfect cheese and will offer complimentary tastings of the pairing to wine lovers who will explore how the texture, acidity, fat and tannin compliment or contrast each other. Guests will also learn tips to help them skillfully develop their own pairings.

Event hours are Saturday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon – 5 p.m.

(While the wine and cheese pairing samples at each winery are complimentary (limit one per person, per winery), most of our member wineries charge a fee for wine tastings. So be sure to ask what the tasting policy is when you arrive at each winery, or consult their respective winery page on this site.)

WINE & CHEESE PAIRINGS

Amore will serve a variety of Italian cheeses paired with wines appropriate to the nature of the cheese and the customer’s palate.

Big Creek will introduce its wine by the glass program and for the epicurious, an augmented cheese plate.

Blue Mountain will feature Strawberry and Goat Cheese Bruschetta paired with their 2015 Riesling (dry) or their 2015 Vignoles (Semi-Sweet). Cheese and wine will be available for purchase.

Clover Hill will feature Riesling paired with a Vermont Maple Sriracha Windsordale cheese, and Turtle Rock Red paired with Drunken Goat cheese.

Franklin Hill – will offer Cheddar, Bacon, and Bourbon Fondue served with pretzel bites prepared by our sister company, Social Still. They’ll pair it with White Jade, which was recently awarded the Best Dry White Wine at the Pennsylvania Wine Association Competition. For sweet drinkers they’ll offer Vidal Blanc as a pairing. Local vendors and specialty cocktails will also be available.

Galen Glen will feature its decadent Cannoli Dip (made with ricotta and cream cheese – recipe available) and a locally smoked cheese paired with their wines.

Pinnacle Ridge will team up with Camillo’s Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria on Kutztown whose chefs are preparing mini cheese pinwheels made with buffalo mozzarella and Camillo’s very own fresh dough. After baking, the pinwheels are sprinkled with garlic and Parmesan cheese. They will have two wines available for pairing: customers can choose either the smooth, full-bodied, French Oak-aged 2015 Chardonnay, or for a sweeter option, the 2016 Vidal Blanc.

Tolino will pair Mama’s Rose with Pastae, a Tolino family recipe. Pastae is similar to quiche and is made with hard Italian cheeses, eggs and pasta. This rich and decadent dish is a tasty side at any party. The touch of sweetness in the fruity rose is a perfect complement to the savory dish. Live music Saturday (and every Saturday) by Jeff and Karen.

Vynecrest will pair PA Preferred September Farms Mango Fire Cheddar with their seductive, spicy Traminette wine.

Vino in the Valley 2017 raffle prize winners

We are excited to announce the winners of this year's Vino in the Valley Passport Program raffle. We're giving away 10 Lehigh Valley Getaway Packages to passport holders who visited at least 8 of our trail's 9 wineries during our annual March event. Winners will be contacted by email before their prizes are sent out in order to confirm shipping address.

Bear Creek Mountain Resort Getaway
Winner: Randy Scheirer of Bath

Crystal Springs Resort Getaway
Winner: Howard Jacobsen of Bethlehem

Hawk Mountain Bed & Breakfast Getaway
Winner: Ed Hottinger of New Tripoli

Couples Pampering Package Getaway at Glasbern Inn
Winner: Heather Hinkle of Reading

Hotel Bethlehem Getaway
Winner: Linda Fasching of Orefield

Sayre Mansion Getaway
Winner: Robbie Daitzman of Northampton

Glasbern Inn Getaway
Winner: Brooke Muller of Northampton

Shawnee Inn Getaway
Winner: Maureen Sawyer-Brown of Allentown

Lafayette Inn Getaway
Winner Christine Merritt of Bethlehem

Kutztown Main Street Inn
Winner: Keith Huff of Quakertown

Pinnacle Ridge brings home several medals from recent competition

Congratulations to Pinnacle Ridge Winery on its recent medals in the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition & Camp Good Days Wine Auction.

In the past 3 years, Pinnacle Ridge has submitted 45 wines to this competition, and 44 have returned with medals! This includes two recent DOUBLE GOLD wins - one for our 2013 Vidal Blanc (in the 2014 competition), and another for our 2015 Quaff (in the 2017 competition).

2017 WINNERS:

Double Gold
2015 Quaff

Silver
2016 Naked Chardonnay
2016 Gruner Veltliner
2016 Traminette
2014 Veritas
Blanc de Blanc

Other Medal Winners:
2016 Vidal Blanc
2016 Chambourcin Rose'
2013 Chambourcin Reserve
2015 Chambourcin
2015 Pinot Noir
2015 Merlot
2016 Cayuga
Cuvee Chardonnay
Brut Rose'

Most of these wines are available for sampling right now in our Tasting Room (open every day from 10 am - 6 pm). Stop in and find out if you agree with the wine experts.
www.pinridge.com

Lehigh Valley winemakers recommend wine and food pairings for Easter dinner

The owners of the nine family-owned and operated wineries of the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail invite wine lovers to make their Easter holiday meal even more special by pairing dinner and dessert with local wine. They offer the following food and wine pairing suggestions for this year’s dinner:

Amoré Vineyards & Winery, Nazareth - Pair Amore Pink Passion with ham, pork and sauerkraut or Rose Amore with baked ham. After dinner, relax with a glass of Rapport or Vidal Blanc dessert wines.

Big Creek Vineyard and Winery, Kresgeville - recommends their Marechal Foch with a traditional roast leg of lamb, a full-bodied red with just enough acidity and tannin to complement a succulent lamb dish.

Blue Mountain Vineyards, New Tripoli – Winemaker Joe Greff recommends their 2015 Pinot Noir to compliment a glazed Easter ham. For lamb, they recommend their 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon. If you’re serving a chocolate dessert, go with Victoria’s Passion, or Harvest Moon, a late-harvest Seyval Blanc dessert wine, with apple pie, custards, and carrot cake.

Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery, Breinigsville - Sparkling Cayuga White - semi-sweet sparkling with soft, fruity flavors. Oak Vidal Blanc - a hearty white will that will stand up to any smoked meat. Clover Hill Rose - sweet and mild fruit flavors will be a crowd pleaser. Turtle Rock Red - serve it chilled as a perfect partner for Easter ham.

Franklin Hill Vineyards, Bangor - pour a glass of their Double Gold Award-winning White Jade to pair with a holiday feast. After dinner take your guests’ breath away by serving Franklin Hills’ port-style wine Breathless with a rich and delicious chocolate cake.

Galen Glen Vineyard & Winery, Andreas – Winemaker Sarah Troxell recommends setting the family table with one of their Rieslings alongside a glazed Easter ham or a roasted turkey. For a less traditional meal – like salmon, pork or vegetarian cuisine - Gruner Veltliner is the answer. For dessert, sip a glass of Vidal Blanc, which is naturally sweet and perfectly paired with cheesecake.

Pinnacle Ridge, Kutztown - recommends their Chambourcin Rose or Brut Rose to go with lighter or saltier dishes (ham or turkey). For lamb or beef, winemaker Brad Knapp recommends his 2014 Veritas. For dessert, go with 2014 Late Harvest Vidal Blanc (Gold Medal Winner in the Los Angeles Wine Competition).

Tolino Vineyards, Bangor - For Easter, the Tolino family recommends pairing its 2015 Vidal with ham. The slight sweetness and pineapple aroma complement the wine beautifully.  For dessert, pair chocolate eggs with Chambourcin. This dry, bold red will balance the sweetness of the chocolate, and will leave a slight vanilla flavor on the palate from its barrel aging.

Vynecrest Winery, Breinigsville – Their April Wine of the Month is Traminette a Gewürztraminer hybrid grape grown in their vineyard for over 20 years. It exudes a flowery bouquet and has a seductive spicy finish perfect with a traditional Easter ham with pineapple. Something a little sweeter with dessert is Autumn Gold for pairing with chocolate coconut eggs.

The Lehigh Valley Wine Trail is a non-profit organization of wineries whose mission is to promote agri-tourism and to create a premiere wine destination and grape growing region while promoting Pennsylvania wines from the region.

The Lehigh Valley region is an official American Viticultural Area as designated by the Federal Alcohol Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau in April 2008. The Lehigh Valley AVA includes portions of Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Schuylkill, Carbon and Monroe counties in Pennsylvania. In order to receive the designation a least 85% of the grapes used to make local wines must be grown within the region. Wineries in the region are permitted to list “Lehigh Valley” as the growing region on their labels. www.LehighValleyWineTrail.com

Vino in the Valley 2017 prize drawing reminder

Reminder - the Vino in the Valley 2017 raffle prize drawing for 10 Lehigh Valley Getaway Prize Packages is next Monday 4/17.

You have until THIS FRIDAY April 14 to drop off your complete passport stub (located at the bottom of your passport) at one of our wine trail's 9 wineries or mail it to Discover Lehigh Valley (mailing address on back of passport in event overview section).

The list of winners will be posted on our web site, in our Taste of the Trail blog, and on our Facebook page.

Clover Hill spring events

Buck A Bottle Shipping Special
All Clover Hill locations and online at www.cloverhillwinery.com
April 6-9
This is your chance to stock up on Clover Hill wine for the Spring and Summer. Purchase 6 or more bottles and we will ship them for only a 'Buck A Bottle' shipping cost. We will ship your favorite Clover Hill wines right to your door - must order a minimum of 6 bottles. If you order a case, 12 bottles, or more we will also give you our 10% case discount. Shop at www.cloverhillwinery.com or call 610-395-2468 to place your order.


Spring Flights - Pierogie Party
The Winery in Breinigsville
May 6, 7, 8 & 9 from noon - 4 pm each day
Reservations Required (limited availability)
$12 per flight

Who does not love pierogies? Here at Clover Hill we love pierogies so much we are going to offer flights of various types of pierogies. You can decide if you want a sweet flight or a dry flight and we will have wines and pierogies prepared accordingly. Each flight will include 3 different pierogies and will end with a dessert. It doesn't get much better than that! Be sure to make your reservation as soon as possible because these tickets are sure to sell out fast. Give us a call to reserve your tickets and let us know if you want the sweet flight or the dry flight. Please call 610-395-2468 to reserve your flights.


Mother's Day Special
The Winery in Breinigsville
May 14 from noon - 4 pm

It's Mom's Day and what better way to say "Thanks Mom" or "I Love You Mom" than with a glass of wine and a bottle to take home. Join us at the Winery in Breinigsville for discounted wine by the glass specials.

Pinnacle Ridge Winery announces summer lineup of live music

Pinnacle Ridge Winery in Kutztown has finalized the details for its 2017 Summer Concert Series. They have 22 events scheduled from May to September featuring well know musicians including Craig Thatcher, Steve Brosky, Scott Marshall, Jay Stollman, and many more.

They will also debut the brand new Twilight Concerts, a series of shows that run from 5:30-8:30 pm, allowing customers to take in one of the spectacular blazing sunsets, while the band plays and the evening cools down.

Customers can buy wine by the bottle or glass – as well as beer provided by Saucony Creek Brewing Co, and cocktails made with liquor from Eight Oaks Distillers. Seating is available in the rustic 19th Century barn; or on the hillside by the vineyard.

The winery will welcome local food trucks including the Taza Truck, Aioli, Egg Truck, Trè Locally Sourced, and Stuffed to the Grills.

Note: customers are NOT permitted to bring in any outside alcohol. On days that are marked “BYOF,” customers are welcome to bring their own picnics.

THE LINEUP

May 13 (2-5 pm)

Scott Marshall & the Hillbilly Souls

Food Truck: Stuffed to the Grills

May 20 (5:30-8:30 pm)

James Supra Blues Band

Food Truck: Egg Truck

May 27 (2-5 pm)

Brosky & Meyer Trio

Food Truck: Aioli

June 3 (2-5 pm)

The Mighty Manatees

Food Truck: Taza Truck

June 10 (5:30-8:30 pm)

Dave Fields

Food Truck: Egg Truck

June 17 (5:30-8:30 pm)

Craig Thatcher

Food Truck: Egg Truck

JULY BASH (July 1-2)

July 1

(12-3 pm) Grexin’

(3:30-6:30 pm) Uncle Jake & the 18 Wheel Gang

Food Truck: Stuffed to the Grills

July 2

(12-3 pm) Appalachian Gypsy Tribe

(3:30-6:30 pm) Serene Green

Food Truck: Taza Truck

July 8 (5:30-8:30 pm)

Frog Holler

Food Truck: Stuffed to the Grills

July 15 (2-5 pm)

James Supra Acoustic Trio

BYOF

July 22 (2-5 pm)

Manatawny Creek Ramblers

Food Truck: Egg Truck

August 19 (2-5 pm)

Oklahoma Dan

BYOF

August 26 (5:30-8:30 pm)

Trouble City All-Stars

Food Truck: Trè Locally Sourced



BLUES IN THE BARN 

Sept 2

(12-3 pm) TBA

(3:30-6:30 pm) Jay Stollman Band

Food Truck: Trè Locally Sourced

Sept 3

(12-3 pm) Dane Becker & the Chameleons

(3:30-6:30 pm) James Supra Blues Band

Food Truck: Stuffed to the Grills

Sept 9 (2-5 pm)

Steve Brosky & the Big Lil’ Band

Food Truck: Egg Truck

Sept 16 (2-5 pm)

The Mighty Manatees

Food Truck: Trè Locally Sourced

Sept 30 (2-5 pm)

Scott Marshall & Marshall’s Highway

BYOF

Wine & Cheesecake for a Cure at Galen Glen Winery

Winery Hosts Eighth Annual Event to Benefit The American Cancer Society

On Saturday, April 29 from noon to 4 pm, Dr. Rosalee Rehrig and her Relay for Life Team will partner with the staff at Galen Glen Winery in Andreas for their eighth annual Cheesecake for a Cure event to benefit The American Cancer Society. Guests to the winery can purchase slices of homemade cheese cake to pair with a glass of wine while they drink in the beauty of the vineyard. All proceeds from cheesecake sales are donated.

In addition, the winery is donating one dollar from every bottle sold during the event. Galen Glen's winemaker, Sarah C. Rhodes-Troxell states, "Cancer strikes without discern across all races and creeds. Everyone knows someone who has or had cancer. Galen Glen is proud to partner with The American Cancer Society and support the scientists who search for a cure."

When asked why she started this event, Dr. Rosalee Rehrig stated, "As a doctor, I see patients with cancer every day. I've lost a good friend to cancer and I hope for a future where I never have to say, 'you have cancer.'" She continues highlighting, "our friend Sandy is our inspiration. She was a great friend who passed within months of learning she had a brain tumor. If there were more treatments, maybe she could have been saved." Rhodes-Troxell and Rehrig encourage all to visit the winery during the event.

The event is held rain or shine and no reservations are required. Rehrig adds, "a piece of cheesecake and a glass of wine are the perfect way to enjoy any day." Tasting Room Manager, Kathy Matson, quips, "It's just what the doctor ordered. This year, cancer has impacted several members of our winery family in some way. A member of my family is fighting now. I pray for a cure." When asked why this event has continued for eight years, Rehrig notes, "the success of this event year after year has helped us raise tens of thousands of dollars to help others. We are thankful for the support of the winery and it's guests."

About Galen Glen Winery
Galen Glen Winery is located in the beautiful rolling hills of Andreas Pennsylvania.  The vineyard is on the family's double-century farm and full of history.  The tasting room's knowledgeable and engaging staff always make your visit enjoyable. Currently, the tasting room is open Friday, noon to 5pm; Saturday, 11am to 5pm and Sunday, noon to 5pm.  Beginning April 5th, the tasting room will be open Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5pm; Saturday, 11am to 5pm; and Sunday, noon to 5pm. Plan to spend some time enjoying the exceptional views and a glass of award-winning wine with locally-made cheeses or pack some light fare.

For more information about the winery's other award winning wines and other upcoming events, please visit the website www.galenglen.com or "Like" on Facebook at Galen Glen Vineyard & Winery and follow on Twitter #galenglenwine.  The tasting room may be reached via telephone at 570-386-3682.  The staff looks forward to meeting you and your family and helping you create unforgettable memories at Galen Glen.

Franklin Hill Vineyards wins awards for its wines at PA Wine Conference

Congratulations to Franklin Hill Vineyards in Bangor on winning the following awards at the recent 2017 Pennsylvania Wine Conference:

• Best Dry White Wine - White Jade - a lightly oaked blend of Vidal Blanc and Chardonnay.
• Gold - Cask 530 - made using Social Still’s first batch of bourbon barrels that were filled with Chambourcin the day they were emptied and left to age almost a year. 
• Silver - Potion X - seasonal pumpkin spice wine great when used in cocktails or served warm
• Bronze - Midnight Rush - sparkling plum wine in a can
• Bronze - Fire Cider - original hard cider infused with cinnamon and is quickly becoming our most popular cider

Try them at the winery or any of their wine shoppe locations on your next visit.

Lehigh Valley Wine Trail - Valentine's Day/Weekend events

Amore

Weekend of 2/11 & 12 - We will be pairing dark chocolate with Rapport, Blackberry bliss, and Cabaret Dolce. (pairing included in the regular $5 wine tasting fee.)

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Blue Mountain

February is the month of love. Love makes the world go round, but chocolate and wine makes the trip worthwhile. Every Saturday and Sunday in February, savor a delicious cupcake from local baker, The Buttered Crumb, or indulge in three decadent handmade chocolate truffles from local chocolatier, Sweet Finesse. Enjoy them with your favorite wine in their glass-enclosed room with cozy fireplaces overlooking the vineyard.

Wondering what to do for Valentine's Day? Try something a little different! Impress your significant other with a romantic candlelit dinner catered by The Culinary Experience. Enjoy soulful music provided by Jean Therapy Combo, and a souvenir glass to take home to remember this magical night. Tickets must be purcahsed by 2/3/17. Limited tickets. Ages 21 and older only

When: February 10 (snow date February 25)

Time: 6-9 pm; Dinner is served at 6 pm

Where: Blue Mountain Vineyards

Cost: $110/couple (+tax) includes two souvenir glasses, live music, catered dinner, and a glass of wine with dinner.

MENU

Appetizers

Roast Beef Crostinis

Arancini Balls

Mini Pineapple Pulled Pork Sliders

Dinner

Top Round Carving Station

Breaded Chicken Cutlet

Garlic Alfredo Sauce Cavatappi Pasta

Vegetable Medley

Caesar Salad

Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls

Dessert is provided by The Buttered Crumb. Chocolate mousse with handmade whipped cream, fresh berries, and two chocolate hearts on top.

Wine Pairing Suggestion: You can’t go wrong with a limited -dition wine and a simple, but delicious pasta dish to impress your lover on Valentine’s Day. We recommend their 2013 Cabernet Franc, which is a medium-bodied dry red with bright fruit and herb notes, paired with Portobello Mushroom Parmesan. Find the recipe at their website: http://www.bluemountainwine.com/portobelloparmesan.html

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Clover Hill

Beat The Winter Blues with a Wine Slushie Weekend

The Winery in Breinigsville

February 4 & 5 from noon - 4 p.m.

Slushies are available for purchase by the glass.

Forget the cold weather and join us for a little wine slushie fun. They will be wearing their best island outfits, Caribbean music will be playing and will be serving wine slushies by the glass. Slushies will be $6 by the glass (you keep the glass) and $5 refills.

Love Flights

The Winery in Breinigsville

February 11, 12, 13 & 14; noon - 4 p.m. each day

Reservations required (limited availability); $12 per flight

Love Flights is a sweet way to do a casual tasting of 4 wines each perfectly paired with a sweet treat. If you want to join us for Love Flights call us and make a reservation. They will need to know what day you would like to attend, how many people will be joining you and if you prefer dry or sweet wines. Please call 610-395-2468 for reservations.

Wine Pairing Suggestion: They just released the 2013 Merlot. The wine is fuller bodied with a touch of sweet oak and vanilla on the taste. If you are planning a special steak dinner, this wine would be a delightful partner.

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Franklin Hill

Valentine’s Day dinner at Social Still featuring Franklin  Hill’s not-yet-released Cask 530

February 14

$60/person

Join the winery Valentine's Day evening at Social Still and be one of the first to try our soon to be released Cask 530, a bourbon-barrel aged Chambourcin.

Course 1: Appetizer served with a Signature Cocktail

Smoked Beef Carpaccio with preserved lemon, smoked salt, arugula and kalamata olives

or

Prince Edward Island mussels, shallots, garlic absinthe, herbs, with charred bread

Course 2: Salad or Soup

Baby lettuce, blood orange, fennel, roasted beets, with candied hazelnut vinegrette

or

Wild mushroom soup with truffle foam

Course 3: Entree served with Franklin Hill Vineyards Local Wine

Thai style grilled lancaster free range chicken with fingerling sweet potatoes, green papaya salad and a sweet sambal sauce

or

Chimichurri marinated skirt steak, cheesy soft polenta, garlic spinach

Course 4: Dessert

Molten Chocolate cake, berry sauce, with white chocolate ganache

Tickets available online: https://www.opentable.com/social-still

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Galen Glen

Every Saturday and Sunday in February

Wine & Local Chocolate Pairings

Savor a delicious brownie with peanut butter icing from local baker, Mama C’s or three decadent handmade chocolate truffles from local chocolatier, Steve Evans with a glass of their wine.

Saturday, February 11 & Sunday, February 12

Noon to 2 pm

Romance Book Signing

She writes sweet. She writes steamy. Meet local, award-winning author, Autumn Jordan and take home your signed copy of her Valentine’s Day romance novel, Perfect Hearts. She will also be signing Perfect, Seized By Darkness and her newest release, Obsessed By Darkness. Books are $10 each (cash only).  Autumn has been recognized by the Romance Writers of America as a National Golden Heart® finalist and is a Golden Leaf Winner.  Recently, she received a “Best Indie Romance Author” nomination from Amazon’s Kindle Book Reviewers for Seized By Darkness.  More at www.autumnjordon.com.

Wine Pairing Suggestion: Their favorite treats for Valentine’s Weekend, paired with wine:

Galen loves raw oysters with his Stone Cellar Riesling and Fossil Riesling.

Sarah has a glass of their sparkling Gruner Veltliner with tuna and salmon sashimi.

For dessert – Sarah’s homemade tiramisu with their port style Barrel Twenty-Nine.

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Pinnacle Ridge

Weekend of Feb 11-12:

This year we’re teaming up with our good friends at the Mediterranean Café & Grill in Fogelsville. They’ll be baking some crispy, flaky baklava, filled with honey, cashews, pistachios – and most importantly, drizzled with chocolate.

This delectable treat will be paired with our new 2016 Vidal Blanc – a wine made in the classic Germanic tradition of stopped fermentation. Aromas of peaches and nectarines are intermingled with a clean minerality. The naturally retained sweetness blends with the flavors and crispness for a perfect finish.

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Tolino

Valentine's Day Weekend (2/11 and 2/12) Tolino will feature chocolate truffles by JP Hepp of Chocodiem.  JP was named one of North America's top 10 chocolatiers by the Institute of Culinary Education.  Live music on Saturday by George Baier and Erin McClelland on Sunday.

At Tolino’s Easton Public Market booth they will be doing a demonstration on February 8 from 5-7 pm in the community kitchen with JP of Chocodiem pairing their wines with various chocolates.

Wine Pairing Suggestion - pair their Cabernet Franc with dark chocolate for traditionalists, and Lilly with white chocolate for adventurers.

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Vynecrest

Valentine Weekend - February 11 & 12

Vynecrest Winery will be serving brunch in the Vyneskeller from 10 am to 1 pm, reservations required. It is an a la carte menu of mimosas for $3 and an assortment of sweet treats such as chocolate-covered strawberries, almond croissants, cheese pockets, chocolate éclairs, apple Danish and petit fours. They will be taking advanced orders for personal-sized cakes for two to share for $7 each: Oreo Cream and German-Chocolate. Steve Myers will be playing romantic songs on the Baby grand piano 10 am - 4 pm, and 1 – 4 pm on Sunday.

They will also feature both days from 11 am – 4:30 pm a flight of three wines and three chocolates for $10 (no reservations needed).  They will pair the following from Billy’s Candies in Temple, Pa. with their Vynecrest wines:  Sparkling Traminette with Milk Chocolate Covered Strawberries; Vynecrest Red paired with Chocolate Figaro Hazelnut Truffles; and Cherry Divyne paired with solid Dark Chocolate Hearts. Vynecrest.com. 610-398-7525.