Clover Hill Beginner Wine Tasting Class coming up later this month

Owner’s Selection Wine of the Month

For the month of January, Pinot Grigio is discounted 10% at all Clover Hill locations. Receive a 20% discount on Pinot Grigio when included in a case purchase.

Made in the Italian style, this wine expresses crisp fruit flavors and fresh acidity. The aroma is bright with citrus fruits; such as pink grapefruit and lemon. Pairs exceptionally well with steamed clams and mussels. Now only $12.14.

Recipe of the Month

Mint and Citrus White Wine Sangria

Ingredients:
~1 bottle Clover Hill Pinot Grigio
~1 lemon, thinly sliced
~1 lime, thinly sliced
~8-10 mint leaves
~2 Tbsp sugar

Prepare simple syrup by mixing 2 Tablespoons of sugar and 2 Tablespoons of water in a small dish and microwaving for 30-second increments until sugar is dissolved. Alternatively, prepare a large batch on the stovetop using a 1:1 sugar-water ratio and reserve for later use.

Once simple syrup is ready, add 1 Tablespoon to each wine glass. Then add mint leaves and stir/lightly muddle. Next add several slices each of lemon and lime.

Top off with wine and let set for a few minutes so the flavors can meld together. Top off with more wine and citrus as needed.

Upcoming Events

Beginner Wine Tasting Class
The Winery in Breinigsville
Saturday, January 23, 2016; 2pm
Tickets Required; $25 per person
Join us in a beginner wine tasting class. This 1 ½ hour long class will teach you the basics of wine tasting, give you tips on wine and food pairing, and help to answer any wine questions you may have! This class is limited in seats. Tickets are required: $25 per person and you must be 21+ years old. Call 610-395-2468 or visit the winery in Breinigsville to reserve your ticket.

Vino in the Valley Passport Program 
with the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail
The Winery in Breinigsville
March 5 and 6, 12 and 13, 19 and 20, 26, 2016*
(*Please note: Our wineries will be closed on Sunday, March 27 for the Easter holiday.)
Tickets required: $35 per passport – on sale now!

The wine enthusiast knows that March means being out and about touring the 9 wineries along the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail for food and wine pairings, and a month of fun.

The Vino in the Valley Passport Program along the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail involves purchasing a passport for $35 and then planning a strategy to visit each of the wineries during the four weekends in March.

As you visit our nine member wineries you will be offered delicious wine and food pairings (tasting sized) to sample. Your passport will be stamped during each visit and entered into a Grand Prize Drawing for additional prizes once it is completed with stamps from eight of our nine wineries. Each passport holder also receives an event gift.

Tickets can be purchased at all participating wineries and online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vino-in-the-valley-2016-tickets-19335524073.

Since our wineries are all family-owned and operated, we each have our own set of house rules. So please check with individual wineries if you have any questions. We look forward to meeting you on the trail! (Sorry, but we do not offer refunds on already-purchased passports.)

Food trucks, vinyasa in the vineyard, and Pinot Grigio on sale at Tolino Vineyards this summer

New weekday hours - We have decided to change our weekday hours to 1 - 6 pm. Our weekend hours stay the same (noon - 6 pm). Vineyard and winery tours are held Saturday and Sunday at 2 and 4 pm.

FOOD TRUCKS

• July 25 -Taza Truck @ 2:30 pm
• August 15 - Geakers Tacos @ 1 pm
• September 26 - Taza Truck and Aioli Truck at the Music Festival
• October 10 - Bad Bones BBQ @ 1 pm
• October 17 - Trixies Treats @ 1 pm
• October 24 - Stuffed to the Grills @1 pm
• October 31 - Taza Truck @ 2:30 pm

VINYASA IN THE VINEYARD
Vinyasa in the Vineyard continues through the fall. Join Jackie of Om-azing Yoga for a 60-minute class suitable for all levels. Join us on August 15 and September 19 at 11 am for yoga followed by a wine tasting, cheese and snacks, and live music at 1 pm.

SUMMER PINOT GRIGIO SALE
Nothing tastes better than a crisp, cold glass of white wine on a summer day. Our 2012 Pinot Grigio is buy one, get one 50% off for a limited time. This light-bodied white wine is exploding with orange and grapefruit citrus notes, accentuated with a slightly sweet pineapple finish.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Call 610-588-9463 or visit our website for tickets and more details on the following events.

Saturday Music Series - 1 pm

July 25 - Erin McClelland
August 1- Supra Ayers Kilcoyne Kelly Quartet
August 8 - Peshi
August 15 - Tom Vicario
August 22 - Matt Wheeler
August 29 - Brummy Brothers

Paint and Sip
August 29 at 6 pm
$35

Sip wine and paint with your friends. Instructed by Anna Kaszupski. All supplies and a glass of wine are included.

End of Summer Sangria Sunday
August 30

Celebrate the end of summer with various types of sangria for sale by the pitcher or glass. Live music by the Cherry Hill Duo.

Dinner in the Vines
September 12 at 6 pm

The first dinner was such a success that we decided to do it again. Enjoy a full dinner, live music and a glass of wine nestled among the vines. $49.95

Inaugural Music Festival & Fundraiser
Sept. 26 from noon-7 pm
$10 in advance; $15 at door

Join us for the Brummy Brothers, Blue Hearts Revelry,  Matt Wheeler, Mike Pilgemayer and Tom Vicario. The Taza and Aioli trucks will be serving food, and a percentage of wine sales will be donated in the name of Anna Mae Becker.

FIND US IN YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT

We would like to thank our restaurant partners for carrying Tolino wines.

• The Mint Gastropub in Bethlehem
• Maxim's 22 in Easton
• Nectar in Berwyn

Join Blue Mountain this summer for Sangria Sundays

Sangria Sundays
Every Sunday from 2 - 5 pm

Enjoy live entertainment on our outdoor or glass-enclosed deck with commanding views of the mountains and our vineyards. Gourmet cheeses, fresh baked bread, dips, pretzels/chips, and pitchers of fruit and ice for sangria are available for purchase or bring your own snacks. Reserve a table bring a picnic lunch, do a wine tasting, and enjoy! $5 cover charge. Reservations required. (No outside alcohol permitted.)

June
7 - Sarah Ayers and James Supra Quartet
14 - Connie Edinger
21 - Mike Dugan and Jenn McCracken (Cheek2Cheek)
28 - Jake Kalegis and Mike Rauscher (Dynamic Duo)

What's Happening in The Vineyard

Bud break was early this year due to unseasonably warmer weather early spring. The vines will start to flower in a couple of weeks. During the stages of flowering, pollination and fertilization takes place, which results in grapes.

Despite the lack of rain in May, the vines are doing well and it hasn't affected us so far. If it continues, though, it could affect the resulting harvest in the fall.

We've also been hard at work putting tubes on the vines which help protect them, train them to trellis, and encourage faster growth. We've replaced all the Merlot, Vidal, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes that we lost during the harsh winter of 2013, as well as adding more vines to increase our production. It will take at least five years to have a full, quality harvest from the new vines.

Upcoming Events

June 5-7 - Wine Me Up! Tapas & Wine Festival
Blue Mountain Ski Resort
To buy tickets:  http://www.skibluemt.com/ 

June 6 - Longwood Gardens Jazz & Wine Festival
Longwood Gardens
More info: http://www.longwoodgardens.org/events-and-performances/events/wine-jazz-festival 

June 20-21 - The Great Tastes of Pennsylvania Wine & Food Festival
Split Rock Resort
For more info: http://www.splitrockresort.com/events/wine-festival/

June 27-28 - Hamburg Wine & Food Festival
Hamburg, PA
For more info: http://www.crossfirefitness.net/wine--food-fests.html 

Food trucks, vineyard tours and sangria, oh my!

Clover Hill 2015 Vineyard and Winery Tour Series
The Winery in Breinigsville

Saturday, July 11 at 1 and 2 pm
Monday, July 13 at 2 pm
Sunday, July 19 at 2 pm
Monday, August 10 at 2 pm
Sunday, August 16 at 2 pm
Saturday, August 22 at 1 and 2 pm

Clover Hill Vineyards and Winery is proud to be celebrating our 30th Anniversary! Join us for an inside look at our vineyard and production facility. Let us show you our winemaking process from the grape to the glass and sample our premium Pennsylvania wines. The tour is approximately 1 ½ hours. Reservations are required and space is limited. Under 21 is free and we are handicap accessible. For reservations please call 610-395-2468. Tour tickets are $12 per person, under 21 is free.

Food Truck Fridays at Galen Glen this summer
                                 
Mark your calendar now and plan to join Galen Glen Winery for one or all of these rare, Friday evening events in the vineyard. Plan to purchase a great dinner to pair with a glass of wine. The event is held rain or shine (we have indoor seating). No reservations are required and all are welcome.

Friday, June 26 , 5-8 pm - Full of Crepe - savory and sweet crepes and sandwiches

Friday, July 24, 5-8 pm, - Bob-B-Q Sliders & Sides

Friday, August 28, 5-8 pm, Vince's Cheesesteaks

Clover Hill Sangria

Ingredients:
~ 1 bottle Clover Hill Concord
~ 8oz. Cherry Juice
~ 5oz. Cranberry Juice
~ 1 Lemon
~ 1 Orange
~ 1 Lime

Cut lemon, lime and orange into thin 1/4" wedges or slices. Add to wine. Add cherry and cranberry juice to desired taste. For additional variation, add orange juice or other fresh fruit.

Summer white wine sale continues at Tolino; custom wine bottle labels now available

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with local wine and our new patriotic sangria recipe:

Red, White & Blue Sangria  
2 bottles of Tolino Vineyards 2011 Chardonnay
½ lb of strawberries
1 sliced pear
1 sliced plum
2 oz of triple sec
2 oz of vanilla vodka
24 ounces sparkling water
¼ cup of sugar

Harvest Weekend - September 13 and 14
Visit us at the winery on Saturday, September 13 from 10 am - 5 pm and Sunday, September 14 from noon - 5 pm to celebrate the annual Lehigh Valley Wine Trail's Harvest Weekend event. We welcome wine lovers for tastings, vineyard tours, food and wine pairings, and live entertainment. We will also  promote the state's Pennsylvania Preferred program by partnering with producers of other Pennsylvania products to showcase their high level of quality.

Custom Wine Bottle Labels
We now offer custom labels. Use our graphics, or customize it with your own photo. We can print almost anything. Call us or email mandy@tolinovineyards.com for more details.

Summer White Sale Continues
Save on all 2010 and 2011 White and Rosé wines. Purchase 1 bottle for 15% off, 6 bottles for 25% off, and a case is 50% off. What a great deal on delicious wine that is perfect for end of summer sipping.

Taste of the Trail video
It seems we have a YouTube star on staff at Tolino Vineyards. Nope, it's not the water-skiing squirrel, or the laughing baby. Its the owner, Carl, in the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail's Taste of the Trail video. Check it out here and learn about how we got started.

Easton Farmers' Market Weyerbacher Wednesdays
It is so much fun and so delicious to participate in Weyerbacher Wednesday at the Easton Farmers' Market. We are at the market from 4 - 8 pm through September in Centre Square. We love being a part of the local food movement. Hope to see you next week.

Tolino holding while wine sale and end of summer sangria event with recipes

Stop in to see us any day of the week. We are open Monday through Friday from 3 - 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from noon - 6 p.m. Visit us online at www.tolinovineyards.com or call us at 610.588.9463 for more information and to inquire about hosting your next event at Tolino Vineyards.

Carl Jr. and Carl III are famous again. Check out the Discover Lehigh Valley video "Live Like a Local with George" as he visits Tolino Vineyards, Galen Glen, and Vynecrest.

Join us for End of Summer Sangria Sunday

Visit the Winery to enjoy a glass of sangria, live music, and some tasty salsa on Sunday, August 24 from noon - 6 p.m. We will be serving glasses and pitchers of sangria all day.

White Citrus Sangria 
2 bottles of Tolino Vineyards 2010 Pinot Grigio
or 2012 Vidal Blanc for a sweeter version.
1 lemon
1 orange
½ a pineapple
2 oz of fruit punch vodka
2 oz of triple sec
24 ounces sparkling water
¼ cup of sugar

Minty Margarita Sangria
2 bottles of Tolino Vineyards Pinot Grigio
2 lemons
2 limes
4-5 mint leaves
2 oz of lime gin
2 oz of triple sec
24 ounces sparkling water
¼ cup of sugar

Red, White & Blue Sangria
2 bottles of Tolino Vineyard 2011 Chardonnay
½ lb of strawberries
1 sliced pear
1 sliced plum
2 oz of triple sec
2 oz of vanilla vodka
24 ounces sparkling water
¼ cup of sugar

Summer White Sale
We are having a sale on our 2010 and 2011 White and Rosé wines. Purchase 1 bottle for 15% off, 6 bottles for 25% off, and a case is 50% off. What a great deal on delicious wine that is perfect for summer sipping.

Easton Farmers' Market Weyerbacher Wednesdays
It was so much fun (and so delicious!) to participate in Weyerbacher Wednesday at the Easton Farmers' Market. We are at the market from 4 - 8 p.m., June through September in Centre Square.  We love being a part of the local food movement.  Hope to see you next week.

Blind Tasting: California Vs. Pennsylvania at Nectar in Berwyn
Pennsylvania wines won four out of eight awards in a blind tasting against California wines at Nectar Restaurant in Berwyn, PA.  We were honored that our 2012 Chardonnay was accepted into this competition.  See event photos here.

Franklin Hill Vineyards brings back Where's Walter social media photo contest

OUR WHERE'S WALTER SUMMER COMPETITION IS BACK!

Take Sir Walter's Red on vacation with you for a chance to win a free case of wine. Take a picture of a bottle of Sir Walter's Red at your favorite vacation destination. Upload it to either our Twitter or Facebook page using the hashtag #FHVwhereswalter.

On September 22 we will select our favorite entry by commenting on the winning picture with instructions on how to redeem your prize. Good luck and enjoy your vacation!

YOGA IN THE VINEYARD
July 20 at 10 am

Our summer series continues with an hour of restorative and rejuvenating yoga led by Silver Kim of Kula Heart Yoga. Afterwards we invite you to join us on the deck for a light brunch complete with refreshing sangria. Our tasting room will be open for complimentary tastings and a tour of the winery will be offered at noon. This popular event sells out, so please contact the winery to reserve your patch of grass - 610-588-8708.

BYOM (Bring your own mat)
$20 per person
Can't make it? Join us on August 17 for our last event of the series.

RECIPE OF THE MONTH: SUMMERTIME SANGRIA 

To create this beautiful and tasty summertime crowd pleaser, take fresh limes, lemons, strawberries, raspberries and muddled mint, add in our Katie's Creek or Vidal Blanc, and then bubble it up
with seltzer. It's a perfect and refreshing sangria. (You can even add some blueberries to give it a festive look!)

Galen Glen offering vineyard and wine cellar walking tours, and Sangria Saturday in June

Steuben, Cayuga and Riesling, oh my!
As you may have read in Clemens' recent blog, the Polar Vortex was not a good friend this winter.  Because we suffered some minor damage, we recently planted an acre of Cayuga and some additional vines throughout the vineyard.  Our staff was busy digging and planting and as one of our Facebook fans put it, "more vines = more wine."

Have you ever wanted to plant your own grapevines? Opportunity may be knocking on your door (or saying, "you've got mail.") We have some vines available for purchase. Currently we have Steuben and Cayuga at $3 each and a limited amount of Riesling at $5 each. If you are interested in purchasing some vines. Please call the winery at 570-386-3682 during normal business hours. If you haven't been reading and want to catch up on our wine lab Clemens' perspective click here for Clemens' Blog.

Walking tours of the vineyard and cellar
Throughout the summer months we offer walking tours of our vineyard and wine cellar on scheduled weekends. These tours are held weather permitting and we strongly urge you to wear sturdy foot gear (sneakers, hiking shoes, etc.) While the vines thoroughly enjoy it, stilettos and flip-flops to not bode well on our rocky soil. The tours usually last about one hour and offer the opportunity to see how our wine develops from the vines in our vineyard to our crush pad and tank room, and finally to the bottles that you take home. While in the cellar you will learn our famous Hollywood connection too.

The tour provides a great opportunity to ask questions and learn more about our history, our wines, our awards and why we are passionate about what we create. Tours are complimentary and no reservations are required. Tours depart the tasting room at noon on the following dates: June 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, and 29. View an aerial view of the vineyard in this video.

Sangria Saturday
On Saturday, June 14 from 10 am to 5 pm we will be serving complimentary samples of our classic Cellar Red Sangria on the wine bar. We will be offering glasses of sangria for purchase for $4 per glass for you to enjoy on our patio while you drink in our spectacular view. We will also have our locally-made cheeses and chocolates, as well as crackers and dipping mustard for sale so you may create the perfect picnic. Can't make it on June 14 but would love to try our sangria? Click here to get the recipe.

Show Dad the Love
Love Hot Dog Co. and Love Food Truck Company

On Sunday, June 15, bring the special man in your life out to the vineyard for a lunch he will never forget. Love Hot Dog Company will be on site on Father's Day from noon to 5 pm selling gourmet sausages and dogs and delicious toppings like the now-famous bacon jam. Ladies love the dogs too so everyone is welcome to purchase a little lunch to enjoy with a glass of wine on one of our patios while drinking in our spectacular views.

On Saturday, June 28 from 10 am to 5 pm, Jason and Bob return with the Love Food Truck. On this truck they serve hot and cold sandwiches and salads, ribs, and many other gourmet menu items that are different from the dog truck. Bob is a Culinary Institute of America-trained chef and he and Jason enjoy putting their own loving spin on every menu item. If you missed their last visit in May, mark your calendar and plan to visit this month.

Sunshine and Riesling

On Saturday, June 21 summer officially begins. After the lingering winter and the slow-to-start spring, summer is a much appreciated guest in the vineyard. Not everyone may know this but if our winemaker, Sarah, had to name her favorite grape or wine, can you guess what she'd say? It would be a resounding Riesling! What are some of Sarah's other favorite things? Organic vegetables, supporting local agriculture and business, and delicious hand-made ice-cream.

So in celebration of the start of summer and Sarah's favorite things, we will be offering a special complimentary Sunshine & Riesling pairing. We are teaming with O Wow Cow who is creating a Galen Glen Riesling Sorbet. If you are not familiar with O Wow Cow, they were recently named one of the Top 10 US Ice Creams by The Huffington Post and they are located in Upper Bucks County and part of New Jersey. They only use locally-sourced organic ingredients to make their ice creams and sorbets. As Kenny Chesney says, "It's a smile, it's a kiss.  It's a sip of wine, it's summertime."

Join us for this complimentary pairing on Saturday, June 21 from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, June 22 from noon to 5 pm. Once this sorbet kisses your lips and you sip a little Riesling, you are sure to agree there is nothing like Sunshine & Riesling.

Spend Memorial Day Weekend at Lehigh Valley wineries

Here is what a few of our member wineries have planned for the holiday weekend:

Galen Glen
Join us for one complimentary, enlightening walking tour of the vineyard and wine cellar. Tours depart from the tasting room each day at noon. Please wear sturdy foot gear. No reservations required and tours are held weather permitting.

Also, Summer Slushy season starts! Sample a sweet frozen wine treat. One taste of our legendary Peach Melba and you will be imagining pitchers of slushies at your next party. Slushies will be available for sampling on the wine bar and for purchase.

Saturday – 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday – noon to 5 pm
Monday May 26 Memorial Day Hours – 11 am - 4 pm

Vynecrest Vineyard and Winery Tour
In conjunction with Jazz Sunday, featuring live jazz music the last Sunday of every month, our Winemaker Vineyard & Wine Cellar Tours will be held May 25 at noon for $5 per person. Come tour the “backlot” of Vynecrest where the wine is grown and made… and then come taste the finished product. Enjoy some wine sitting in our Vyneskeller wine bar or patio. Our winery will be open regular hours - 11 am - 5 pm.

Sangria Sundays at Blue Mountain
The weather is finally getting warmer and we are excited to move our Sunday entertainment to our outdoor deck from 2-5 p.m. Pick one our delicious wines to make your own Sangria at your table! We always have a wonderful selection on DiBruno Bros. cheeses available and freshly baked bread but feel free to bring your own snacks and share around the table.

Call for a reservation or buy your tickets on line at http://bluemountainwine.com/events. This Sunday May 25 will feature a performance by Jake Kaligis and Mike Rauscher. Music admission is $5 and includes wine tasting.

Pinnacle Ridge House Concert Series 
It kicks off Saturday, May 24 with The James Supra Blues Band from 2 - 5 pm. James has been known to rock the barn a time or two so come check it out. Great music, great venue, great wine! www.jamessuprabluesband.com

Clover Hill
Memorial Day Weekend is a great time to shop the Allentown Farmers Market. You can find all of your picnic needs and grab a bottle of Clover Hill wine!

Franklin Hill will be at The Great PA FlavorFest
May 24 & 25 - 11 am - 5 pm
Visit our booth at The Great PA FlavorFest - free admission, free parking and free wine sampling

Twenty wineries will provide complimentary samples of some of their most popular vintages, while food and craft vendors showcase their handmade delights. This festival provides a showcase of Pennsylvania’s diverse culinary, wine offerings and the finest in PA artisan crafts and is sure to be a weekend of fun and delicious entertainment for the whole family that signals the beginning of summer.

Wine Trail Weekend Highlights

Our wineries sure do have a lot going on. Here's what events, specials and promotions you can take advantage of this weekend along the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail:

Love Hot Dog Company returns to Galen Glen Winery this Sunday
August 25 from noon - 5 p.m.

If you haven't been to the winery when Jason and the crew from Love Hot Dog Company have been there, you've been missing out. Plan to come for some of the most spectacular sausage and dogs you will ever get on a bun. There's everything from 100% beef for the traditionalists, but the adventuresome folks will want to try some of his wild-game treats too.

Plus two words - Bacon Jam. Have you tried it? It's a Galen Glen staff favorite. Jason has some awesome gourmet toppings for your dogs, including bacon jam.

August 25 at Vynecrest:

Jazz Sunday - Live Jazz music in the Vyneskeller, 1 - 4 pm and
Vineyard and Winery Tour with the winemaker, 1 pm, $5 per person.

Sangria Sunday at Blue Mountain Vineyards 

Summer is winding down and that means the last Sangria Sunday is this coming Sunday 8/25, featuring Jake Kalegis and Mike Rauscher's Dynamic Duo. 2 p.m. $5 per person, includes wine tasting.

Seven Springs Wine and Food Festival - August 24 and 25
featuring Franklin Hill, Clover Hill and Blue Mountain at the

The Seven Springs Wine and Food Festival is a celebration of Pennsylvania wine and food. Thirty wineries from all over the state will attend this event. Guests can sample from hundreds of different tastes, combinations and vintages, as well as purchase their favorites to take home.

Wear your Clover Hill t-shirt to show your LOVE and they will give you a 10% discount off your purchase.

Clover Hill August Owner's Selection
Save 10% on your purchase of 2012 Chambourcin. Now only $13.95. Receive an additional 10% discount when included in a case purchase.

Chambourcin is considered the grape of the Lehigh Valley. Clover Hill’s 2012 Chambourcin is a fantastic example of the rich flavors this grape can produce, such as blackberries and black raspberries. We have aged this wine in PA oak barrels for nearly a year adding flavors of toast and dark chocolate. The big flavors in this wine will be a perfect compliment to grilled steaks or grilled marinated portabellas.

We'd also like to say congratulations to Elaine, Bonnie and Maria of Franklin Hill Vineyards who won the following medals/honors:

International Women's Wine Competition:
Pomegranate - Double Gold and Best of Class
Evanswood and Fainting Goat - Silver medals

Amenti del Vino:
Sir Walter's Red - Bronze

Blue Valley Farm Show:
Kiss - First Place
Seyval - First Place
Trio - Second Place and Best Label

Help Franklin Hill build its new vineyard with the SmallKnot campaign

Be a part of Franklin Hill Vineyards' future through our SmallKnot campaign. We are planting 2,000 new vines and are asking for your support in helping us create this new vineyard. Whether you're a "Party Animal" or a catered dinner in the vineyard is more your speed, there is an investment option for you. Don't miss out on this very unique and rewarding opportunity. And did we mention it's the only way to get an invite to FHV's Summer Celebration party?

Great Tastes of Pennsylvania Wine and Food Festival

Join Franklin Hill Vineyards and 30 other PA wineries will gather at Split Rock Resort for this two-day festival, June 22 and 23. A weekend filled with music, food  fun and of course wine. Who wouldn't love that?

In the Vineyard 

This time of year the vines grow right before our eyes. Even the 2,000 new vines our crew just recently planted have already begun to bud. The weather has been cooperating so far and we look forward to a great growing season. Our new irrigation system has been in use a few times this year and is proving to be worth the time and effort we put into installing it. Plus it's neat to watch it rain on the vines on a sunny day. Stop by and check it out!

Hard to believe that summer is upon us already. This year has been a blast so far. Festival season is off to a great start and we're looking forward to seeing everyone at the festivals coming up. Keep your eyes open for some really exciting things from us in the next few months. We can't wait for you to see what we're up to!

Recipe Corner  - Simply Sangria
Everyone loves a fruity Sangria in the summer. Here's one of our favorite recipes:

1 bottle Simply Red
1/2 bottle Pomegranate Peach
1/2 bottle of plain seltzer
Cut up some fresh fruit and Voila...A great, fruity and refreshing Sangria, FHV style!

Upcoming events at Clover Hill Vineyards

Superbowl Sangria Taste Off
January 24 - 27

Stop in the winery in Breinigsville to sample three different Sangrias and vote for your favorite. The winning Sangria recipe will be revealed on our Facebook page on January, 27. It is a great drink idea to make for the Super Bowl.

Snowy 6 Pack Sale
February 7 - 10

Visit any Clover Hill location or shop online at www.cloverhillwinery.com for the Snowy 6 Pack Sale. Select any six bottles and receive a 10% discount on your purchase and a free eco-tote. If you really want to stock up, gather 12 or more bottles and receive a 20% discount on your purchase.

Celebrate the Love in the Air with Wine and Chocolates
Saturday, February 16 from noon -5 p.m.

Be sure to visit Clover Hill Winery in Breinigsville where we will be pairing heavenly chocolates with stellar wines in celebration of Valentine’s Day. We have invited master chocolatier Moussey Moose Chocolates to sample their artisan chocolates with premium Clover Hill wines. We will pair a Moussey Moose Ravishing Raspberry Bonbon with Clover Hill’s big and bold Cabernet Sauvignon and a Luscious Lemon Bonbon, in the shape of a heart (how perfect), with our sweet Vignoles.

Moussey Moose Chocolates is a gourmet chocolatier located at 315 W. Broad St. in Quakertown. They will be on-site with gift boxes of their chocolates.

Annual Wine Rack Sale
February 21 - March 3

Save 10-60% off all in-stock wine racks from February 21-March 3. We have a great variety of wine racks holding one bottle up to more than 50 bottles, different sizes, shapes and colors. Visit any Clover Hill location and enjoy this opportunity to save on your wine rack!

Try a wine cocktail this Labor Day Weekend

If you're a wine lover then you probably already cook with wine. But have you ever used wine to make a cocktail? Maybe all you need is the right recipe in order to give it a try. Here are a few favorites from Clover Hill Winery in Breinigsville and Franklin Hill Vineyards in Bangor to try this Labor Day Weekend.

Clover Hill:

Wicked Turtle
~2 oz. Turtle Rock Red
~1 oz. Passion fruit rum
~2 oz. lemon-lime soda

Pour into a chilled glass for a single serving, or for a crowd pleaser, pour it in your favorite pitcher.

Peach Sangria
~1 bottle Clover Hill Rose
~1/2 cup peach Schnapps
~1/4-1/2 cup pineapple juice
~6 oz. peach nectar
~Lemon lime soda

Sliced:
~1 lemon
~1 lime
~1 orange
~1/4-1/3 cup orange liqueur (optional)

Cut lemon, lime and orange into think 1/4' slices. Mix together wine, schnapps, pineapple juice, peach nectar, and orange liqueur (optional). Add lemon lime soda to desired taste. Add sliced fruit and enjoy!

Franklin Hill:

Mango Tango Martini
3 parts Franklin Hill Vineyards Desire
1 part vodka
Triple Sec Liqueur (splash)
1/4 lime
Tang drink mix

Rim martini glass with Tang. Pour Desire, vodka, and a splash of Triple Sec liqueur into glass with ice. Squeeze lime into glass. Stir and strain into rimmed martini glass then garnish with an orange slice.


White Sangria Punch
1 bottle Franklin Hill Vineyards White Sangria
1 2 liter bottle of Sprite
1 64 oz container orange pineapple juice
1 can of frozen orange juice concentrate
oranges and cherries for garnish

Pour all ingredients into a large punch bowl, add ice. Add sliced oranges and maraschino cherries. Float frozen orange juice concentrate in big scoops in bowl. Invite plenty of friends over and enjoy!

Sangria and Ruby Rose are August wine specials at Blue Mountain

August Specials at Blue Mountain Vineyards

$2 off Sangria - A blend of concord & natural fruit juices of strawberry, red raspberry and cherry-

$1 off Ruby Rose - Produced from Chambourcin grapes, this wine is ripe raspberry and watermelon on the palate. This chillable semi-dry red wine is perfect for picnics-

Sangria Sundays Schedule
2 - 5 p.m.

• 8/5 Hank Jones
• 8/12 Wow Brothers
• 8/19 Rob and Marty
• 8/26 Jake Kaligis and Mike Rauscher's Dynamic Duo

$5 admission per person includes a wine tasting. Pack a lunch, get together with friends, and enjoy great music while sipping on some award-winning wines! If reservations are made we ask that you arrive by 2:15 p.m. Adults ages 21 and older only please. Call or email us for reservations!

August Events

Seven Springs Wine & Food Festival
August 25 and 26 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Seven Springs Resort
www.7springs.com

Waste away in Winearitaville on July 21 at Blue Mountain Vineyards

Sangria Sundays Schedule
2 - 5 PM. $5 admission includes a wine tasting. Outside food welcome. Adults 21+ only.

• July 15 - Billy Patrick
• July 22 - Scott Marshall & The Hillbilly Souls
• July 29 - The Large Flowerheads (Trio)

July Specials
$1 off 2008 Merlot
$1 off Bri's Blush

July Events
July 21 - Winearitaville 1 - 5 PM
Escape to Key West for the day! Enjoy a day filled with Caribbean food & music performed by The Wow Brothers. Admission is $19.50 per person. Advance reservations preferred.

July 28 - Back Mountain Wine Festival
11 AM - 5 PM  Luzerne County Fairgrounds
http://upstatewinecountry.com/festivals/back-mountain-wine-festival-2012

Planning a special event?
Did you know you can rent the enclosed deck at Blue Mountain? The beautiful view of the vineyards & ponds will ensure a memorable experience for you and your guests, all while enjoying our award-winning wines. A tour of the wine cellar can also be scheduled during your event.

Please call the winery at 610.298.3068 or email us at info@bluemountainwine.com for more details!

March events and specials at Blue Mountain Vineyards

March Specials at Blue Mountain Vineyards

$1 off 2008 Merlot
$1 off Sangria

March Sunday Blues Schedule

2 - 5 p.m. every Sunday

• March 4 - The Large Flowerheads
• March 11 - Wow Brothers
• March 18 - Billy Patrick
• March 25 - Jake Kaligis & Mike Rauscher's Dynamic Duo

Due to an increase in attendance for our Sunday Blues, we now ask that if you make a reservation with us that you are here by 2:15. If it is busy and you're not here by 2:15 we will be able to give your table to someone else. Please feel free to pay your $5 admission in advance to make sure your table is saved!
Thank you for understanding!

March Madness along the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail

We're gearing up for March Madness 2012! Passport holders will have the opportunity to visit each winery on the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail during the four weekends of March for food & wine pairings. Non-passport holders can try the pairings for just $5 here at Blue Mountain. We look forward to seeing everyone!

Locations:

Montgomery Mall
230 Montgomery Mall
North Wales, PA
(215) 855-9388    

Willow Grove, PA
315 York Rd
Willow Grove, PA
(Located inside GIANT)
(215) 657-2111    

Hershey, PA
277 Hershey Rd
Hershey, PA
(Located inside GIANT)
(717) 566-8301    

Reading Terminal Market
12th and Arch Streets
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 238 - 9022

Coventry Mall
Routes 100 & 724
Pottstown, PA
(610) 323-5969

Sangria Sundays return to Blue Mountain Winery!

It's time once again for Sangria Sunday Wine Tastings at Blue Mountain Winery in New Tripoli!

Every Sunday in May from 2 - 5 p.m. enjoy live acoustic entertainment on their glass-enclosed deck with commanding views of the mountains and vineyards.

Gourmet cheeses and freshly baked bread are available for purchase, or bring your own snacks. They offer pitchers of fruit to make your own sangria for $1.

Admission is $5. Please call for reservations - (610) 298-3068 - or e-mail info@bluemountainwine.com.

Performers Schedule:

• 5/9 - The WOW Brothers
• 5/16 - Leechboy
• 5/23 - Rob & Marty
• 5/30 - Jake Kaligis & Mike Rauscher's Dynamic Duo