Pinnacle Ridge preps for Nouveau Weekend

LEHIGH VALLEY WINE TRAIL'S NOUVEAU WEEKEND
             
Saturday, November 17 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday, November 18 from noon - 5 p.m.

This Lehigh Valley Wine Trail event celebrates the first vintage of the new harvest! Nouveau refers to a French wine which is created and sold the same year that the grapes are harvested. These wines are typically red, light in body, and fruity. Pinnacle Ridge will not be making a Nouveau wine this year, but we will be serving our Vidal Blanc and Merlot to be paired with another delectable creation by Chef Ben Underwood - cherry smoked pork and white bean soup.

Travel the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail the weekend before Thanksgiving for a fabulous opportunity to meet with friends and family before the holidays. This is also a great time to get a head start on your holiday gift shopping. March Madness 2013 passports will be going on sale Nouveau Weekend. These passports are great gifts for the holidays. Get them while they last because they sell out very quickly.

SUPERSTORM SANDY

It is a few weeks after Superstorm Sandy hit the region and we are glad to say we weathered the storm with little damage. We, like many others, were without power until late Friday. The tasting room was closed until Wednesday but we were able to obtain a generator to light the winery Thursday and Friday. There was a real romantic feel with the low lighting that was kind of nice. 

That being said, there is nothing like that slight pop and burst of light when the power comes back on. Hopefully everyone made it through the worst of Sandy and are getting back into that normal routine one can appreciate after such events. 

NOUVEAU WEEKEND LETS WINE LOVERS TASTE THE FIRST VINTAGES OF THE RECENT HARVEST

The eight wineries of the LehighValley Wine Trail will debut the first vintages from their most recent harvest this weekend, November 17 and 18, during Nouveau Weekend, the last Wine Trail event of the year. Wineries will also feature food and wine pairings for visitors to sample.

Nouveau Weekend is a great opportunity to purchase wine to give as holiday gifts or to complement holiday meals. Event hours at all of the wineries are Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon – 5 p.m. Nouveau Weekend is a free event, however some wineries charge for wine tastings.

Passports for the 2013 March Passport Program will go on sale this weekend. Passports are $35 each. A limited supply of passports is printed and often sells out well in advance of the month-long event, so event-goers are encouraged to purchase them early.

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. All of the member wineries have won numerous awards at state, national and international levels.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail, visit www.LehighValleyWineTrail.com, and connect with them on Twitter and their Facebook fan page.

NOUVEAU WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS

Amore - will feature their signature blend of Cabaret Amore paired with meat lasagna.

Big Creek - will introduce two new wines for Nouveau Weekend.  The first is Ebon Foch, a big hearty red, and the second is a semi-dry, aromatic white wine called Joi. Quantities will be very limited. They will pair both wines with Millie's Chili - the Santo Variation. 

Blue Mountain - Saturday: They'll feature their 2012 Nouveau paired with cranberry stuffing. They'll also sample warmed cranberry-spiced Sangria. Rob will be playing from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Sunday: They'll feature the 2012 Nouveau paired with cranberry stuffing, and they'll sample warmed cranberry-spiced Sangria. Sunday Blues entertainment from 2 - 5 p.m. will be by The Wow Brothers. The $5 admission fee for live music includes a wine tasting. Outside food is welcome.

Clover Hill - Nouveau Weekend is a time to celebrate the first release from the current year’s harvest. Not only will Clover Hill be releasing a new wine, but they will be taking an intimate look at the 2012 Grape Harvest. Internationally recognized photographer Jim Gavenus has documented their 2012 Grape Harvest (www.gavenusphoto.com).

Visit the Winery in Breinigsville to sample their new release and view the 2012 Grape Harvest exhibit from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday and noon – 5 p.m. on Sunday. Wine will be available by the glass to sip and artist prints will be available for purchase.

Franklin Hill - will debut their 2012 Seyval Blanc, just in time for the Thanksgiving dinner table. They will also be pairing Seyval with freshly baked lemon bars and pumpkin bread from Back Door Bakeshop in Bethlehem, with plenty of baked goods available for purchase.

On the outdoor deck they will be presenting (weather permitting) Robert Michaels on guitar and vocals. Enjoy a warm glass of Sir Walter's Red, served warmed with mulled spices.

Galen Glen - will pair Riesling and A-Maize-ing Corn Chowder garnished with jalapeno or turkey.

Pinnacle Ridge - will pair their new 2010 Merlot and 2011 Vidal Blanc with a soup made from white beans and cherry wood-smoked pork.

Vynecrest - Vynecrest Winery will be serving their Nouveau Beaujolais 2012, made from the Gamay grape grown in their vineyard. There will be Hereford Country Store Provencal dip with Rip Rap artisan crackers for tasting and purchase - all Buy Fresh Buy Local products. Art's Acoustics Oldies will play live in the Vyneskeller from 1:30-4:30 p.m., open to the public and free of charge.

November events and specials at Blue Mountain Vineyards

Sunday Blues Schedule at Blue Mountain Vineyards:
11/11 ~ Scott Marshall & The Hillbilly Souls
11/18 ~ The Wow Brothers
11/25 ~ Jake Kaligis and Mike Rauscher's Dynamic Duo

Music is from 2 - 5 p.m. $5 admission includes a wine tasting. Outside food is permitted, outside alcohol is not. Call us today to make a reservation!

Monthly Wine Specials:

• $1 off Merlot
• $1 off Sauvignon Blanc

Annual German Night:

Join us this Saturday, November 10 from 5-9 p.m. for our celebration of German heritage! Admission is $19.50 and includes wine tasting, a BMV wine glass, German food, German dancers and music. Check our website or give us a call for menu details. Reservations preferred. 610.298.3068

Upcoming Events:

November 17 and 18 ~ Lehigh Valley Wine Trail's Nouveau Weekend
Each day enjoy cranberry stuffing paired with our 2012 Nouveau. We will also be sampling warmed cranberry spiced Sangria. On Saturday, Rob will be playing from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, the Wow Brothers will be our Sunday Blues entertainment from 2-5 p.m.

November 17 ~ Holiday Wine Expo at Spring Brook
11 a.m. -5 p.m.
Visit their website for more details!
www.upstatewinecountry.com

Taste the first vintages of the recent harvest during Nouveau Weekend

The eight wineries of the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail will debut the first vintages from the most recent harvest Saturday, November 17 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 18 from noon – 5 p.m. during the annual Nouveau Weekend event. 

Wineries will feature food and wine pairings for visitors to sample. This is the last Wine Trail event for 2012.

March Madness 2012 passports will also go on sale this weekend at each winery. The limited-supply passports are $35 each.

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. All of the member wineries have won numerous awards at state, national and international levels.

It's Muller Time this weekend at Galen Glen Winery

It's Muller Time! (Our wine slang for warm, spiced wine.)
November 3 and 4

Wishing you a safe return to everyday life after the storm. Visit us for a taste of mulled Claret wine, which has been transformed into a warm, spicy and sweet delight, and you'll leave warm and smiling!

Upcoming Events:

Love Hot Dog
November 11
Lobster rolls, sausages & dogs

Thanksgiving Weekend
November 17 and 18
Amazing corn chowder with Riesling

Black Friday Sale
November 23 from 10 am - 5 pm
Once a year, we put the winery on sale. 15% off case sales only. Custom label orders and shipped orders are not included. All wine must be purchased at the Winery day of sale. ONE DAY ONLY. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Regular winery hours:
Friday: Noon - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: Noon - 5 pm

Winery hours for the holiday season:
Open every day from Friday, November 16 through Monday, December 31
Sunday through Friday: Noon - 5 pm  and Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day (Special exceptions: Christmas Eve and New Years Eve - 10 am - 3 pm)