You're invited to Blue Mountain Vineyards' Annual German Night
Please join us in celebrating the Lehigh Valley's German heritage!
Enjoy live music and authentic German food while your sip on your favorite Blue Mountain wines. We appreciate and enjoy celebrating our area's German heritage, and this has long been our most popular event. Buy your tickets now and don't miss out.
Tickets: $25 per person. Advance reservations required.
Includes food, music, wine tasting, and a souvenir glass
When: Saturday, November 14 from 5 - 9 pm
Where:
Blue Mountain Vineyards
7627 Grape Vine Drive
New Tripoli, PA 18066
Go here for more info and tickets.
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Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Wine Tourism Day is this Saturday Nov. 7
Celebrate wine, specifically Lehigh Valley wine, this Saturday, November 7 for Wine Tourism Day.
According to LocalWineEvents.com "Wine Tourism Day is designed to celebrate the many wineries and other businesses offering wine-related events throughout North America and beyond, promote the concept of traveling to wine regions on vacation, and highlight the economic impact of wine tourism. We believe that if the wine tourism industry as a whole is successful, we can all succeed as individuals."
Here is what three of our wineries have planned for the day:
Galen Glen
Saturday, November 7, 10am to 5pm
Sunday, November 8, Noon to 5pm
Twilight Weekend: First sight or first bite, you will fall in love with our Twilight pairing. Twilight, a dessert wine, that was hand-harvested on January 1, 2015 as New Year celebrations were concluding, is brimming with honeyed sweetness and a beguiling fragrance.
This weekend only, and while supplies last, we'll pair a 6-ounce glass of Twilight with a Japanese coconut-mango mini-cheesecake for $9. Let this pairing captivate you while you drink in vineyard views from our enclosed, heated pavilion.
Clover Hill
National Wine Tourism Day
The Winery in Breinigsville, Pa.
November 7; 2-4pm
Let us give you a wonderful reason to celebrate National Wine Tourism Day at Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery. Join us for live music by Ed Randazzo and Bret Alexander from 2-4 pm. We will have wine by the glass specials and cheese plates available for purchase.
Tolino Vineyards
November 7 1 - 4 pm Live Music by Erin Kelly
November 7 6 - 9 pm
Paint and Sip – Saturday, November 7th,- 6 – 9 PM
Sip wine and channel your inner Van Gogh! The class will be instructed Anna Kaszupski (www.artbyannak.com). Everyone will paint a winter scene Tickets are $35 per person and include all art supplies, snacks (fruit, cheese, hummus) and a glass of wine. Purchase tickets here: http://www.tolinovineyards.com/specevent.html
According to LocalWineEvents.com "Wine Tourism Day is designed to celebrate the many wineries and other businesses offering wine-related events throughout North America and beyond, promote the concept of traveling to wine regions on vacation, and highlight the economic impact of wine tourism. We believe that if the wine tourism industry as a whole is successful, we can all succeed as individuals."
Here is what three of our wineries have planned for the day:
Galen Glen
Saturday, November 7, 10am to 5pm
Sunday, November 8, Noon to 5pm
Twilight Weekend: First sight or first bite, you will fall in love with our Twilight pairing. Twilight, a dessert wine, that was hand-harvested on January 1, 2015 as New Year celebrations were concluding, is brimming with honeyed sweetness and a beguiling fragrance.
This weekend only, and while supplies last, we'll pair a 6-ounce glass of Twilight with a Japanese coconut-mango mini-cheesecake for $9. Let this pairing captivate you while you drink in vineyard views from our enclosed, heated pavilion.
Clover Hill
National Wine Tourism Day
The Winery in Breinigsville, Pa.
November 7; 2-4pm
Let us give you a wonderful reason to celebrate National Wine Tourism Day at Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery. Join us for live music by Ed Randazzo and Bret Alexander from 2-4 pm. We will have wine by the glass specials and cheese plates available for purchase.
Tolino Vineyards
November 7 1 - 4 pm Live Music by Erin Kelly
November 7 6 - 9 pm
Paint and Sip – Saturday, November 7th,- 6 – 9 PM
Sip wine and channel your inner Van Gogh! The class will be instructed Anna Kaszupski (www.artbyannak.com). Everyone will paint a winter scene Tickets are $35 per person and include all art supplies, snacks (fruit, cheese, hummus) and a glass of wine. Purchase tickets here: http://www.tolinovineyards.com/specevent.html
Monday, September 28, 2015
Holiday gift ideas from Blue Mountain Vineyards
The holidays are coming soon, so start planning now to get a head start.
It's hard to believe it's the end of September already! We know nobody wants to hear it, but Christmas is only 15 weeks, away. Instead of waiting until Christmas Eve, why not get a head start? We have some great gift ideas for you.
Custom Labels
Our Custom Label program offers endless possibilities at an affordable cost. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or looking for a personalized gift, we can customize your label to fit your needs. Labels can be produced in black and white or color and can include any scanned image.
Adopt A Vine
Have you ever dreamed of owning your own vineyard? Blue Mountain has made that dream a possibility! In August of each year you will be invited to a plaque ceremony. During the first ceremony, you will be given a plaque with your chosen inscription to place next to a vine of your choice. Starting the second year you will be presented a specially labeled bottle of wine at the ceremony for the next five years. The ceremony is followed by a wine tasting with entertainment and hors d'oeuvres.
Wine Club
The Connoisseurs Club at Blue Mountain Vineyards is a quarterly wine club aimed at giving our customers incredible value while adding a level of information and excitement. Be among the first to taste new releases, and have access to limited vintage that are not readily available elsewhere.
For more information about The Connoisseurs Club, email us at info@bluemountainwine.com or call us at 610-298-3068.
It's hard to believe it's the end of September already! We know nobody wants to hear it, but Christmas is only 15 weeks, away. Instead of waiting until Christmas Eve, why not get a head start? We have some great gift ideas for you.
Custom Labels
Our Custom Label program offers endless possibilities at an affordable cost. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or looking for a personalized gift, we can customize your label to fit your needs. Labels can be produced in black and white or color and can include any scanned image.
Adopt A Vine
Have you ever dreamed of owning your own vineyard? Blue Mountain has made that dream a possibility! In August of each year you will be invited to a plaque ceremony. During the first ceremony, you will be given a plaque with your chosen inscription to place next to a vine of your choice. Starting the second year you will be presented a specially labeled bottle of wine at the ceremony for the next five years. The ceremony is followed by a wine tasting with entertainment and hors d'oeuvres.
Wine Club
The Connoisseurs Club at Blue Mountain Vineyards is a quarterly wine club aimed at giving our customers incredible value while adding a level of information and excitement. Be among the first to taste new releases, and have access to limited vintage that are not readily available elsewhere.
For more information about The Connoisseurs Club, email us at info@bluemountainwine.com or call us at 610-298-3068.
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
LEHIGH VALLEY WINE TRAIL’S ANNUAL HARVEST WEEKEND EVENT CELEBRATES VITICULTURE, WINEMAKING, & FARMING
As summer winds
down, harvest season begins at the nine locally owned and operated wineries of
the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail. It’s the time of year when all of spring and
summer’s hard work pays off for these farmers. The grapes they have grown are
removed from the vine and their juices extracted for fermenting into the 2015
vintage.
On Saturday,
Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13, the wineries will celebrate the grape harvest with
the Wine Trail’s annual Harvest Weekend event during which they will welcome wine
lovers for a variety of different activities at each winery such as tastings,
vineyard and winery tours, food and wine pairings, and live entertainment. They
will also proudly promote the state’s “Pennsylvania Preferred” program by
partnering with manufacturers of other Pennsylvania products to showcase their
high level of quality. Visit www.HarvestWeekendLVWT.com for
complete event details.
Event hours are
Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon - 5 p.m. Harvest Weekend is a free event, however each
winery sets its own wine tasting fee policy. Please refer to each winery’s web
site for specifics.
The Lehigh Valley Wine Trail is a
non-profit organization of wineries whose mission is to promote agri-tourism
and to create a premier wine destination and grape growing region while
promoting Pennsylvania wines from the region. For more information, visit www.LehighValleyWineTrail.com.
HARVEST WEEKEND 2015 HIGHLIGHTS
Amoré Vineyards & Winery, Nazareth - will pair beef barbecue and Cabaret Amore.
Big Creek Vineyard and Winery, Kresgeville - will showcase lemon squares and sugar cookie fruit tarts from MMM... Cookies. Pair their treats with Moonlight White for the drier wine enthusiast, or Dulcinea for those who prefer something a little sweeter.
Blue Mountain Vineyards, New Tripoli – will partner with Sweet Finesse who will offer samples of their unique artisan chocolate treats to pair with Victoria’s Passion wine, as well as items for purchase. They are also partnering with Trixie’s Treats, award-winning baked goods and savory treats. On Saturday, they will have complimentary live music by Adam Motto from 1-5 pm. For Sunday Blues, award-winning musician Scott Marshall will perform live from 2-5 pm ($5 admission – advance reservations required). Guests should feel free to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the breathtaking views from the outdoor deck.
Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery, Breinigsville – sample its newly released 2014 Pinot Noir. They will have a farm stand selling vegetables from Bleiler’s Produce Patch, an organic farm, which is located only minutes from the winery in Breinigsville. This weekend is also their anniversary sale. As a thank you for 30 years of business they are offering customers a 30 percent discount on wine purchases.
Franklin Hill Vineyards, Bangor – on Saturday join head winemaker Bonnie Pysher for a Harvest Hike through the vineyard at 1 pm. Bonnie will talk about how they harvest from vine to wine. Then return to the winery and enjoy an outdoor tasting under their new pavilion and a complimentary tour of the facility. In celebration of the harvest they’ll offer cranberry apple sangria and apple cider spritzers by the glass all weekend, and they’ll have local products such as Klein Farms apple butter, McCollians honey, and fall treats and baked goods from Kendra’s Bakery in Nazareth.
Galen Glen Vineyard & Winery, Andreas – will offer a complimentary pairing of Late Harvest wine with Mycella blue cheese drizzled with apple caramel sauce. Janet Derkits, renowned cheese monger of Seasons in Bethlehem, will sell cheese plates to enjoy with a glass of wine. Walking tours of the vineyard will be offered each day at 1 and 3 pm.
Pinnacle Ridge, Kutztown - will feature Dry Riesling or Vidal Blanc with fresh, locally grown tomatoes. The tomatoes will be sliced and served with extra virgin olive oil, sea salt and fresh goat cheese from Kirchenberg Farms.
Tolino Vineyards, Bangor - will welcome wine lovers for wine tastings, wagon tours of the vineyard, and live entertainment by the Boiled Owls on Saturday and Tom Vicario on Sunday. They will also offer guests local apples from Scholl Orchards paired with delicious dips, accompanied with their wine.
Vynecrest Winery, Breinigsville - will partner with PA Preferred food truck Stuffed to the Grills both days from 11 am - 5 pm. They will serve up their tasty sandwiches plus their signature dish of Irish nachos - homemade potato chips covered in cheddar cheese sauce and topped with crumbled bacon and green onion, which can then be paired with Vynecrest’s Autumn Gold wine. Vynecrest will also offer free tours of the vineyard and wine cellar each day at 1 pm.
Thursday, August 20, 2015
Get ready to stomp those grapes at Blue Mountain Vineyards!
The 2015 harvest is almost ready! You know what that means? It's time for the Picking Party and Grape Stomp at Blue Mountain Vineyards!
The first dates for the 2015 Harvest Picking Party and Grape Stomp are scheduled. We offer a complimentary continental breakfast, lunch, wine tasting, and a lot of fun! Pick grapes in the morning and stomp them in the afternoon.
There's no cost to participate. Great for groups, wine clubs, book clubs, parties, family time, and more. Starts at 9 am sharp. Dress in comfy clothes and shoes that you don't mind getting dirty.
DATES:
- Saturday, September 19
- Sunday, September 20
- Saturday, September 26
- Sunday, September 27
Call or email the winery to schedule a reservation now. Phone: 610-298-3068.
Email: info@bluemountainwine.com
Thursday, July 23, 2015
Summer Hashtag Contest and Yoga in the Vineyard return to Franklin Hill Vineyards
Franklin Hill's Summer Hashtag Contest is back! Win a free case of wine!
To enter, upload a picture of a bottle of Sir Walter's Red wine at your favorite vacation spot.
Upload it to our Facebook page or Instagram account, tag our Twitter handle, or simply email it to us at cheryl@franklinhillvineyards.com. Be sure to include the hashtag #FHVwhereswalter and you'll automatically by entered to win a free case of wine. Whether you're hitting the beach or your back yard, send in your photos to win. Deadline to enter is September 20, 2015. Winner will be picked September 22, 2015.
SUMMER SHIPPING SPECIAL
$15 flat rate shipping for the rest of the summer.
Ship a bottle or a case for just $15.
Expires August 31. Offer good for up to 12 bottles.
Yoga in the Vineyard
August 9 at 10 am
Our summer series continues with Silver Kim from Kula Heart Yoga leading us in an hour of relaxing and revitalizing yoga followed by a light brunch and mimosas. This is a sell-out event each month, so please call today to reserve your patch of grass. Our final Yoga in the Vineyard will be September 6.
Behind the Vine
Lots of people who come to visit us ask what we do all year while the grapes grow? Vineyards require tons of attention and lots of work year around.
Right now our vines are growing like crazy, thankfully. We have 1, 2 and 3 year old vines that require a lot of training. Grapes would love to grow like a bush so to make them grow tall we have to train them by tying them up the poles and across the poles as they grow.
We're also cluster thinning which means we remove some of the clusters to create space between the other clusters allowing them to grow. This gives us the best fruit possible. All in all this season is going really well for us and 2015 has potential to be another amazing year at FHV.
To enter, upload a picture of a bottle of Sir Walter's Red wine at your favorite vacation spot.
Upload it to our Facebook page or Instagram account, tag our Twitter handle, or simply email it to us at cheryl@franklinhillvineyards.com. Be sure to include the hashtag #FHVwhereswalter and you'll automatically by entered to win a free case of wine. Whether you're hitting the beach or your back yard, send in your photos to win. Deadline to enter is September 20, 2015. Winner will be picked September 22, 2015.
SUMMER SHIPPING SPECIAL
$15 flat rate shipping for the rest of the summer.
Ship a bottle or a case for just $15.
Expires August 31. Offer good for up to 12 bottles.
Yoga in the Vineyard
August 9 at 10 am
Our summer series continues with Silver Kim from Kula Heart Yoga leading us in an hour of relaxing and revitalizing yoga followed by a light brunch and mimosas. This is a sell-out event each month, so please call today to reserve your patch of grass. Our final Yoga in the Vineyard will be September 6.
Lots of people who come to visit us ask what we do all year while the grapes grow? Vineyards require tons of attention and lots of work year around.
Right now our vines are growing like crazy, thankfully. We have 1, 2 and 3 year old vines that require a lot of training. Grapes would love to grow like a bush so to make them grow tall we have to train them by tying them up the poles and across the poles as they grow.
We're also cluster thinning which means we remove some of the clusters to create space between the other clusters allowing them to grow. This gives us the best fruit possible. All in all this season is going really well for us and 2015 has potential to be another amazing year at FHV.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Summertime events keep guests coming back to Tolino Vineyards
Join our Case Club and get 30% off your fourth case. We want to reward our regulars by offering them even more quantity discounts. The next time you are in the winery pick up a case club card and we will stamp it each time you buy a case. Every fourth case is 30% off!
Saturday Music Series
Mike Pilgermayer June 20th @ 1pm
Wallace Brothers June 27th @ 1pm
Vinyasa in the Vineyard
June 20
Enjoy the peaceful serenity of the vineyard and start your day with 60 minutes of Vinyasa Yoga, wine tasting, snacks and a souvenir glass. Bring your own mat. All skill levels welcome. $35 per person.
Wallace Brothers Band
June 27
If you missed them in May, don't make the same mistake. The psychedelic-country/folk/rock and roll/bluegrass.
Weekend Vineyard Tours
at 2 and 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays
Join us for our tours held on the weekends to learn about the wines and vines. Hear our family history and get your wine questions answered.
Fourth of July Celebration
Saturday, July 4th
Live music by Peshi and, of course, our famous red, white and blue sangria. A holiday-themed food pairing will also be offered.
Monday, April 6, 2015
Franklin Hill makes plans to celebrate Earth Day, plus Yoga in the Vineyard
EARTH DAY 3K HIKE & WINERY TOUR - April 25
This Earth Day we invite you to join us on a 3K hike around the vineyard. As we walk we'll tell you all about the land, the vines, the grapes and all the ways we love the earth so it will continue to love us back. We'll end the tour in the winery and chat about the winemaking process and the benefits of drinking wine. You'll see that every step of the way, we put our planet first.
The hike will begin in the parking area at 2 pm. Each hiker will receive a six-bottle reusable wine tote to fill up with Franklin Hill wine. Wine tastings will of course be available all day as will some special Earth Day pairings and cocktails.
The $8 per person fee includes hike, wine tasting, reusable wine tote, winery tour, pairings, and a FHV logoed tasting glass. Call 610-588-8708 to register. Space is limited.
YOGA IN THE VINEYARD
We are proud to once again begin our Yoga in the Vineyards Series with Kula Heart Yoga's Silver Kim. As always we'll kick off the series on Mother's Day. Come celebrate and honor yourself and mom with an hour of relaxing and rejuvenating yoga. Afterward, we invite you to the deck to enjoy a light brunch and of course a cocktail.
The $20 per person fee includes yoga, brunch, cocktail, and winery tour at noon. Call us to register.
Crepes & Mimosa Sunday - May 17
Full of Crepe, located in Bethlehem, is pulling their "Green Machine Crepe Truck" into our parking lot. They'll be offering sweet and savory crepes for you to enjoy with a Harvest Berry Mimosa if you choose.
FRANKLIN HILL VINEYARDS - 2015 FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
May 16 & 17
Taste of PA, York, Pa.
May 23 & 24
FlavorFest, Manheim, Pa.
June 6
Taste of Kutztown, Kutztown, Pa.
June 6 & 7
Blue Mountain WineFest, Palmerton, Pa.
June 20 & 21
Split Rock, Lake Harmony, Pa.
July 25 & 26
Wine on the Mountain at Penn's Peak, Jim Thorpe, Pa.
August 1
Martin on Main, Nazareth, Pa.
August 29 & 30
Seven Springs, Seven Springs, Pa.
September 12& 13
Gettysburg Wine Fest, Gettysburg, Pa.
This Earth Day we invite you to join us on a 3K hike around the vineyard. As we walk we'll tell you all about the land, the vines, the grapes and all the ways we love the earth so it will continue to love us back. We'll end the tour in the winery and chat about the winemaking process and the benefits of drinking wine. You'll see that every step of the way, we put our planet first.
The hike will begin in the parking area at 2 pm. Each hiker will receive a six-bottle reusable wine tote to fill up with Franklin Hill wine. Wine tastings will of course be available all day as will some special Earth Day pairings and cocktails.
The $8 per person fee includes hike, wine tasting, reusable wine tote, winery tour, pairings, and a FHV logoed tasting glass. Call 610-588-8708 to register. Space is limited.
YOGA IN THE VINEYARD
We are proud to once again begin our Yoga in the Vineyards Series with Kula Heart Yoga's Silver Kim. As always we'll kick off the series on Mother's Day. Come celebrate and honor yourself and mom with an hour of relaxing and rejuvenating yoga. Afterward, we invite you to the deck to enjoy a light brunch and of course a cocktail.
The $20 per person fee includes yoga, brunch, cocktail, and winery tour at noon. Call us to register.
Crepes & Mimosa Sunday - May 17
Full of Crepe, located in Bethlehem, is pulling their "Green Machine Crepe Truck" into our parking lot. They'll be offering sweet and savory crepes for you to enjoy with a Harvest Berry Mimosa if you choose.
FRANKLIN HILL VINEYARDS - 2015 FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
May 16 & 17
Taste of PA, York, Pa.
May 23 & 24
FlavorFest, Manheim, Pa.
June 6
Taste of Kutztown, Kutztown, Pa.
June 6 & 7
Blue Mountain WineFest, Palmerton, Pa.
June 20 & 21
Split Rock, Lake Harmony, Pa.
July 25 & 26
Wine on the Mountain at Penn's Peak, Jim Thorpe, Pa.
August 1
Martin on Main, Nazareth, Pa.
August 29 & 30
Seven Springs, Seven Springs, Pa.
September 12& 13
Gettysburg Wine Fest, Gettysburg, Pa.
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Last minute gifts for wine lovers available this week at Tolino Vineyards
With Christmas only days away, we would like to wish you the happiest of holidays from our family to yours. We hope that you have a joyful holiday season full of love and family.
Please note that our Christmas Eve hours at the tasting room are from noon to 5 pm and we will be closed on Christmas Day. New Year's Eve we will be open from noon to 7 pm, and closed on New Year's Day.
Stop by the tasting room today and tomorrow to purchase gifts for the holidays. We have mulled wine kits, gift certificates, gift bags, hand crafted wine racks, wine scented candles, wine totes, wine sippy cups, glasses, openers, and, of course, wine.
From now until Christmas for every $50 gift certificate you buy, we will give you a $5 gift certificate for yourself.
January Events
January is a month of snow, ice and ice wine. Each weekend in January with the purchase of a premier tasting we will be pairing our newly released Sweet Frances ice style wine with a different food. Check our website to see which weekend we will pair Sweet Frances with blue cheese, nuts, fruit or an olive tapenade.
We are a vendor at the Easton Farmers' Market Winter Mart every Saturday now through April 11 at 325 Northampton St. in downtown Easton. The market runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and has 30 vendors offering everything from wall decorations and mushrooms, to meat and wine.
Unique Party Venue
Are you looking for a unique place to hold you next private party or business happy hour? Our tank room is the perfect place to gather your friends or coworkers and enjoy a glass of Tolino wine. We also offer mid-week event discounts.
Please note that our Christmas Eve hours at the tasting room are from noon to 5 pm and we will be closed on Christmas Day. New Year's Eve we will be open from noon to 7 pm, and closed on New Year's Day.
Stop by the tasting room today and tomorrow to purchase gifts for the holidays. We have mulled wine kits, gift certificates, gift bags, hand crafted wine racks, wine scented candles, wine totes, wine sippy cups, glasses, openers, and, of course, wine.
From now until Christmas for every $50 gift certificate you buy, we will give you a $5 gift certificate for yourself.
January Events
January is a month of snow, ice and ice wine. Each weekend in January with the purchase of a premier tasting we will be pairing our newly released Sweet Frances ice style wine with a different food. Check our website to see which weekend we will pair Sweet Frances with blue cheese, nuts, fruit or an olive tapenade.
We are a vendor at the Easton Farmers' Market Winter Mart every Saturday now through April 11 at 325 Northampton St. in downtown Easton. The market runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and has 30 vendors offering everything from wall decorations and mushrooms, to meat and wine.
Unique Party Venue
Are you looking for a unique place to hold you next private party or business happy hour? Our tank room is the perfect place to gather your friends or coworkers and enjoy a glass of Tolino wine. We also offer mid-week event discounts.
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Holiday happenings and new wine releases at Blue Mountain Vineyards
Notes From the Wine Cellar
We have some exciting news! Red Horizon will be back in stock. Mountain Frost and Victoria's Passion are already back and selling fast. Shiraz, Vignoles, Vidal Blanc, and a new Pinot Noir will debut in 2015. We are currently getting low on our Mountain Spice and Bri's Blush, so stock up now.
New Releases: 2013 Riesling, 2010 Chardonnay Reserve, Sangria, Mountain Frost, and Victoria's Passion
Annual German Night
November 15 from 6-9pm
Join us as we celebrate the Lehigh Valley's German heritage. Enjoy authentic food, music, dancing and, of course, wine. Tickets are $21.50 in advance and $25 at the door. Includes food and souvenir wine glass. Reservations are encouraged. Call 610-298-3068 for more questions and reservations or order online.
Menu: Bratwursts, sauerkraut, spaetzle, German meatballs, hot German potato salad, Rotkohl (red cabbage), strudel, German apple cake, mulled wine, and more.
Annual Christmas Open House
Blue Mountain Winery wants to put you in the holiday spirit, so we are hosting an Open House on Saturday, December 6 from 5 - 9 pm. Come out and see the decorations, lights, gift ideas, wine and hors d'oeuvres, with music by Adam Motto and much more. Admission is a canned good or cash donation to support our local food banks.
Christmas is less than 60 Days Away! Have you started your shopping yet? Need a gift idea?
We have several unique gifts for that special someone who has everything or a wine lover on your list. Cork cages, wine racks, themed bottle holders, wine themed kitchen accessories, decanters, cheese serving sets, wine glasses, ornaments, t-shirts for men and women, candles, and more.
Blue Mountain Vineyards can also create custom wine gift baskets for friends and family with dozens of wine accessories from which to choose. Plus you can order customized wine bottles and host family or corporate parties in our tasting room or glass enclosed deck. Call the winery at 610-298-3068 or email us at info@bluemountainwine.com to ask about private parties and custom labels.
Thursday, July 31, 2014
A month full of special events in August at Galen Glen
Luau Weekend
Saturday, August 2, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, August 3, noon to 5 pm
We chose this theme because August is the anniversary of Hawaii becoming a state, plus it was a bottle of wine from Hawaii that inspired Galen & Sarah to plant the first vines. On Saturday, the Love Food Truck will be here selling tropical-themed menu items and on Sunday, we welcome Food on a Roll--Ellen's Edibles with Hawaiian-inspired comfort food items. Plan to purchase a great lunch to enjoy with a glass of wine on one of our patios.
Walking Tours of the Vineyard and Wine Cellar
August 2, and 3; 30 and 31
On these dates we will hold one walking tour each day at noon. You will depart the tasting room with your guide and meander through the vines to our wine cellar then back to the tasting room. The tours are held weather permitting and we advise wearing sturdy foot gear (sneakers or boots). Tours are complimentary and no reservations are required.
S'more Days of Summer
Saturday, August 9, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, August 10, noon to 5 pm
The last month of summer is here already. Gather your peeps and join us for a complimentary, fun wine and s'more pairing that is sure to evoke campfire memories.
Appetizer and Cheese Wine Pairing
Saturday, August 16
1 pm - $10 per person
Reservations required
Enjoy a sit-down wine, cheese and appetizer pairing with five of our favorite wines and foods. There is very limited seating, and reservations are required with payment at time of reservation. Please call the winery during normal business hours at 570-386-3682 to make your reservation.
Love Hot Dog Company Returns
On Sunday, August 17 from noon to 5 pm, Jason and the crew from Love Hot Dog Company will make their monthly pilgrimage to the vineyard with a truckload of gourmet sausages and dogs. Recently, one of our customers described the bacon jam like a religious experience. You won't want to miss this. Purchase lunch to enjoy with a glass of wine while you drink in our spectacular views.
Winemaker's Dinner
Please plan to join us for our next winemaker's dinner at The Broadway Grille and Pub.
Thursday, September 4 at 7 pm.
See the menu here.
So Long Summer Slushies
August 23 and 24
As summer draws to a close we say goodbye to a favorite treat, our wine slushies. Wrap up summer with this frozen wine treat. One taste of our legendary wine slushies and you will be imagining pitchers of this frozen concoction at your next party. Slushies will be available for sampling on the wine bar and for purchase at $4 a glass each day while supplies last.
Saturday, August 2, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, August 3, noon to 5 pm
We chose this theme because August is the anniversary of Hawaii becoming a state, plus it was a bottle of wine from Hawaii that inspired Galen & Sarah to plant the first vines. On Saturday, the Love Food Truck will be here selling tropical-themed menu items and on Sunday, we welcome Food on a Roll--Ellen's Edibles with Hawaiian-inspired comfort food items. Plan to purchase a great lunch to enjoy with a glass of wine on one of our patios.
Walking Tours of the Vineyard and Wine Cellar
August 2, and 3; 30 and 31
On these dates we will hold one walking tour each day at noon. You will depart the tasting room with your guide and meander through the vines to our wine cellar then back to the tasting room. The tours are held weather permitting and we advise wearing sturdy foot gear (sneakers or boots). Tours are complimentary and no reservations are required.
S'more Days of Summer
Saturday, August 9, 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday, August 10, noon to 5 pm
The last month of summer is here already. Gather your peeps and join us for a complimentary, fun wine and s'more pairing that is sure to evoke campfire memories.
Appetizer and Cheese Wine Pairing
Saturday, August 16
1 pm - $10 per person
Reservations required
Enjoy a sit-down wine, cheese and appetizer pairing with five of our favorite wines and foods. There is very limited seating, and reservations are required with payment at time of reservation. Please call the winery during normal business hours at 570-386-3682 to make your reservation.
Love Hot Dog Company Returns
On Sunday, August 17 from noon to 5 pm, Jason and the crew from Love Hot Dog Company will make their monthly pilgrimage to the vineyard with a truckload of gourmet sausages and dogs. Recently, one of our customers described the bacon jam like a religious experience. You won't want to miss this. Purchase lunch to enjoy with a glass of wine while you drink in our spectacular views.
Winemaker's Dinner
Please plan to join us for our next winemaker's dinner at The Broadway Grille and Pub.
Thursday, September 4 at 7 pm.
See the menu here.
So Long Summer Slushies
August 23 and 24
As summer draws to a close we say goodbye to a favorite treat, our wine slushies. Wrap up summer with this frozen wine treat. One taste of our legendary wine slushies and you will be imagining pitchers of this frozen concoction at your next party. Slushies will be available for sampling on the wine bar and for purchase at $4 a glass each day while supplies last.
Monday, July 28, 2014
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.
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
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.
Friday, July 18, 2014
Winners are announced for two ticket contests - Wine on the Mountain
We're excited to announce the winners of our two contests, one on our Facebook page and one on our web site, giving away pairs of tickets to next weekend's Wine on the Mountain event at Penn's Peak in Jim Thorpe.
Contest #1 - Facebook
The winners are:
Bernadette Burton
Dave Cohen
David Emmons
Karen Jones
Cory Manning
David McCarthy
David Polley
Nancy Schwartz
Ross Thomson
Lisa Wesley
Contest # 2 - LVWT Web Site
The winners are:
Karen Batson
Judy Bryant
Jessica Coleman
Richard Dewey III
Michael Kracum
Joseph Miscavage
Kathie Nelms
Sheila Potts
Alfreda Pugliese
Donna Saliby
Kammie Verdolina
Susan Walter
Each of them will receive in the mail next week of pair of complimentary tickets.
Thank you to everyone who entered! Tickets are still on sale for our wine festival and can be purchased online here (credit card only) or in person at one of our 9 member wineries (cash only).
Contest #1 - Facebook
The winners are:
Bernadette Burton
Dave Cohen
David Emmons
Karen Jones
Cory Manning
David McCarthy
David Polley
Nancy Schwartz
Ross Thomson
Lisa Wesley
Contest # 2 - LVWT Web Site
The winners are:
Karen Batson
Judy Bryant
Jessica Coleman
Richard Dewey III
Michael Kracum
Joseph Miscavage
Kathie Nelms
Sheila Potts
Alfreda Pugliese
Donna Saliby
Kammie Verdolina
Susan Walter
Each of them will receive in the mail next week of pair of complimentary tickets.
Thank you to everyone who entered! Tickets are still on sale for our wine festival and can be purchased online here (credit card only) or in person at one of our 9 member wineries (cash only).
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Enjoy wine cocktails, a winemaker's dinner, and gourmet hot dogs this month at Galen Glen
Celebrate America's Independence Day with Wine Slushies & Tours
We will create a special "Red, White & Blue" Slushy featuring ice (white) and flavors of raspberry and pomegranate (red), blueberry (blue).
We will offer one complimentary walking tour each day on Friday, July 4; Saturday, July 5; and Sunday, July 6 at noon. The tour takes you on a meandering stroll through the vineyard, to the wine cellar and back to the tasting room. Tours are weather-permitting and we suggest sturdy foot gear. Our terrain is great for grape vines but not good for flip-flops and stilettos. No reservations are required for the tour.
Wine Cocktails -
Sunday, July 13 from noon to 5 pm (or while supplies last)
Join us for Groovy Cosmo Day. Gather your besties and come to sample this fun wine drink using our white wine. Enjoy a sample on the wine bar or purchase a glass for $4 to enjoy on our patio while you also drink in our breathtaking views.
Saturday, July 19 from 10 am to 5 pm (or while supplies last)
Join us for 80's Wine Cooler Day. This great wine cocktail features our white wine. Enjoy a sample on the wine bar or purchase a glass for $4 and savor the memories as you enjoy some time on our terrace.
Winemaker's Dinner
Sunday, July 13 - 6 pm
Mountain Valley Golf Course, Barnesville, Pa.
Sarah is continuing her summer road trip and is inviting you to join the ride. Join us next at Mountain Valley Golf Course located in Barnesville, Pa. The Golf Club is offering some great stay & play packages so you can golf before the dinner or the next day. For reservations and more information about staying or playing, call Mountain Valley at 570-467-2242 extension 3.
Love Hot Dog Co. & Love Food Truck Company
On Saturday, July 12 from 10 am to 5 pm, Jason and Bob return with the Love Food 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.
On Sunday, July 20 from noon to 5 pm, enjoy a lunch you will never forget. Love Hot Dog Company will be onsite and selling gourmet sausages and dogs and delicious toppings like the now-famous bacon jam. Invite your carnivore friends, everyone is welcome to purchase a little lunch to enjoy with a glass of wine on one of our patios while sharing the love of summer sunshine.
Walking Tours of the Vineyard & 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 do not bode well on our rocky soil. The tours usually last about one hour and offer the opportunity to see how your 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: July 4, 5, 6, 13 & 19.
We will create a special "Red, White & Blue" Slushy featuring ice (white) and flavors of raspberry and pomegranate (red), blueberry (blue).
We will offer one complimentary walking tour each day on Friday, July 4; Saturday, July 5; and Sunday, July 6 at noon. The tour takes you on a meandering stroll through the vineyard, to the wine cellar and back to the tasting room. Tours are weather-permitting and we suggest sturdy foot gear. Our terrain is great for grape vines but not good for flip-flops and stilettos. No reservations are required for the tour.
Wine Cocktails -
Sunday, July 13 from noon to 5 pm (or while supplies last)
Join us for Groovy Cosmo Day. Gather your besties and come to sample this fun wine drink using our white wine. Enjoy a sample on the wine bar or purchase a glass for $4 to enjoy on our patio while you also drink in our breathtaking views.
Saturday, July 19 from 10 am to 5 pm (or while supplies last)
Join us for 80's Wine Cooler Day. This great wine cocktail features our white wine. Enjoy a sample on the wine bar or purchase a glass for $4 and savor the memories as you enjoy some time on our terrace.
Winemaker's Dinner
Sunday, July 13 - 6 pm
Mountain Valley Golf Course, Barnesville, Pa.
Sarah is continuing her summer road trip and is inviting you to join the ride. Join us next at Mountain Valley Golf Course located in Barnesville, Pa. The Golf Club is offering some great stay & play packages so you can golf before the dinner or the next day. For reservations and more information about staying or playing, call Mountain Valley at 570-467-2242 extension 3.
Love Hot Dog Co. & Love Food Truck Company
On Saturday, July 12 from 10 am to 5 pm, Jason and Bob return with the Love Food 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.
On Sunday, July 20 from noon to 5 pm, enjoy a lunch you will never forget. Love Hot Dog Company will be onsite and selling gourmet sausages and dogs and delicious toppings like the now-famous bacon jam. Invite your carnivore friends, everyone is welcome to purchase a little lunch to enjoy with a glass of wine on one of our patios while sharing the love of summer sunshine.
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 do not bode well on our rocky soil. The tours usually last about one hour and offer the opportunity to see how your 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: July 4, 5, 6, 13 & 19.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Pinnacle Ridge wines featured in new Easton restaurant
Pinnacle Ridge at Ginny's Bistro
Recently, Mr. Thomas A. Campbell Jr. opened Ginny's Bistro at 612 Northampton St. in Easton. The restaurant is a tapas-style bistro and features a menu with an eclectic mix of dishes that are rich in local flavors. Chef Peter Chioda is well-versed in a variety of cooking styles and likes to use the finest local and seasonal ingredients in his kitchen. In addition to the fine local cuisine, the menu features a selection of Pinnacle Ridge wines, each chosen specifically for the particular dish.
Ginny's also serves as a cozy gathering spot that guests can pick up bottles of Pinnacle Ridge wine to take home to enjoy. So, take some time to check out this new location, enjoy some food and wine and take some to go, as well.
Restaurant Week in Easton is July 27 through August 2. Ginny's is open Monday thru Saturday 4 - 10 pm and Sunday, from 11 am - 6 pm with brunch specials from 11 am - 3 pm. Ginny's will also be featuring live entertainment and daily specials. Show your Case Club Card at Ginny's and receive 10% off your meal.
Results from the 2014 Los Angeles International Wine Competition
This year, Pinnacle Ridge sent wines to the 2014 Los Angeles Wine Competition, for its 75th Anniversary. The competition received over 3,000 wines from 946 different wineries in Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal, Romania, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Turkey, Uruguay and the U.S.
Pinnacle Ridge wines showed nicely against some of the best in the world - our Blanc de Blanc came back with a Bronze Medal. Also, our 2013 Dry Riesling and our newly-released 2013 Traminette won Silver Medal Honors. We are also very proud to announce that our 2013 Dry Vidal Blanc won Gold Medal honors and that our 2013 Late Harvest Vidal Blanc was awarded a Best of Class Gold Medal and a 92 point rating.
This month’s Case Club Members event
White Wines 101: The Wonders of White Wines
Do you love white wines? Are you a reds-only kind of person? Are you just curious about which of the white wines to select for your bottle of bliss? Come out and take part in our White Wines 101 Seminar led by owner/winemaker Brad Knapp on Sunday, July 27 beginning at 4 pm.
Brad will be talking and tasting us through a selection of popular white wines, as well as some of our own Pinnacle Ridge selections, to discuss the differences in varietal, style and flavor profile. Besides, who amongst us does not enjoy a refreshing glass of wine on a warm summers eve? Come experience the wonder and variety of white wines.
Reservations are required. Please call us at (610) 756-4481 or e-mail us at pinridge@aol.com for reservations and details.
Summer Open House Concert Series Continues
This month we will be welcoming two musical guests to continue our Open House Concert Series in the barn. Come on out on Saturday, July 12 from 2 - 5 pm to see the musical group, TimeWhy?s. We will be welcoming them for the first time and will have food and wine available to enjoy while you take in the performance.
On Saturday, July 26 we will also be hosting the Cheek2Cheek trio (Mike Dugan & Friends) from 2 - 5 pm in the barn. Come enjoy great music, award-winning wine and some wonderful food prepared by Chef Adam Gluskin.
Recently, Mr. Thomas A. Campbell Jr. opened Ginny's Bistro at 612 Northampton St. in Easton. The restaurant is a tapas-style bistro and features a menu with an eclectic mix of dishes that are rich in local flavors. Chef Peter Chioda is well-versed in a variety of cooking styles and likes to use the finest local and seasonal ingredients in his kitchen. In addition to the fine local cuisine, the menu features a selection of Pinnacle Ridge wines, each chosen specifically for the particular dish.
Ginny's also serves as a cozy gathering spot that guests can pick up bottles of Pinnacle Ridge wine to take home to enjoy. So, take some time to check out this new location, enjoy some food and wine and take some to go, as well.
Restaurant Week in Easton is July 27 through August 2. Ginny's is open Monday thru Saturday 4 - 10 pm and Sunday, from 11 am - 6 pm with brunch specials from 11 am - 3 pm. Ginny's will also be featuring live entertainment and daily specials. Show your Case Club Card at Ginny's and receive 10% off your meal.
Results from the 2014 Los Angeles International Wine Competition
This year, Pinnacle Ridge sent wines to the 2014 Los Angeles Wine Competition, for its 75th Anniversary. The competition received over 3,000 wines from 946 different wineries in Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal, Romania, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Turkey, Uruguay and the U.S.
Pinnacle Ridge wines showed nicely against some of the best in the world - our Blanc de Blanc came back with a Bronze Medal. Also, our 2013 Dry Riesling and our newly-released 2013 Traminette won Silver Medal Honors. We are also very proud to announce that our 2013 Dry Vidal Blanc won Gold Medal honors and that our 2013 Late Harvest Vidal Blanc was awarded a Best of Class Gold Medal and a 92 point rating.
This month’s Case Club Members event
White Wines 101: The Wonders of White Wines
Do you love white wines? Are you a reds-only kind of person? Are you just curious about which of the white wines to select for your bottle of bliss? Come out and take part in our White Wines 101 Seminar led by owner/winemaker Brad Knapp on Sunday, July 27 beginning at 4 pm.
Brad will be talking and tasting us through a selection of popular white wines, as well as some of our own Pinnacle Ridge selections, to discuss the differences in varietal, style and flavor profile. Besides, who amongst us does not enjoy a refreshing glass of wine on a warm summers eve? Come experience the wonder and variety of white wines.
Reservations are required. Please call us at (610) 756-4481 or e-mail us at pinridge@aol.com for reservations and details.
Summer Open House Concert Series Continues
This month we will be welcoming two musical guests to continue our Open House Concert Series in the barn. Come on out on Saturday, July 12 from 2 - 5 pm to see the musical group, TimeWhy?s. We will be welcoming them for the first time and will have food and wine available to enjoy while you take in the performance.
On Saturday, July 26 we will also be hosting the Cheek2Cheek trio (Mike Dugan & Friends) from 2 - 5 pm in the barn. Come enjoy great music, award-winning wine and some wonderful food prepared by Chef Adam Gluskin.
Friday, June 27, 2014
Blue Mountain Vineyards talks sulfites in wine, farmers' markets and private parties
MORE GRAPES, FEWER SULFITES
You hear about sulfites all the time when it comes to wine. So what does it really mean?
Sulfites are a naturally occurring compound that nature uses to prevent microbial growth. They are found on grapes, onions, garlic, and on many other growing plants.
Winemakers have been adding additional sulfites to wines for millennia. The Greeks and Romans used sulfur candles to sterilize their wine barrels. Sulfur protects damage to the wine caused by oxygen, and again helps prevent organisms from growing in the wine. This allows the wine to last longer too, which lets it age and develop all of those complex flavors we all love and enjoy so much. If you didn't add sulfites, the wine would turn into vinegar in a matter of months or sooner.
We pride ourselves in making wine that is low in sulfites. By not mass producing our wines they are able to be consumed without concern for most people who tend to be sensitive to sulfites. Small amounts of sulfites occur during the fermentation process so even wines labeled no added sulfites or organic contain sulfites.
PRIVATE PARTIES & RENTALS
Are you looking for that perfect place to celebrate a special occasion? The beautiful grounds and relaxed atmosphere of Blue Mountain Vineyards provide a unique venue for intimate parties, private tastings, corporate team building and other special celebrations. Events are held in our glass-enclosed deck and, weather permitting, our outdoor deck.
Maximum capacity is 100. Please visit us or call for details, availability and pricing.
FARMER'S MARKETS
We participate in numerous farmer's markets throughout the week. Let us come to you when you can't get to us. Visit www.bluemountainwine.com/farmers-markets to see if we're at a farmer's market near you!
SANGRIA SUNDAY WINE TASTING
Enjoy live entertainment on our outdoor or glass-enclosed deck with commanding views of the mountains and our vineyards. Gourmet cheeses and fresh baked bread are available for purchase, or bring your own snacks along. Admission $5 per person.
Please call for a reservation or go to www.bluemountainwine.com/events to purchase tickets and view our entertainment schedule. When you purchase your tickets online we will reserve a table for you and when you arrive we can offer you express seating.
You hear about sulfites all the time when it comes to wine. So what does it really mean?
Sulfites are a naturally occurring compound that nature uses to prevent microbial growth. They are found on grapes, onions, garlic, and on many other growing plants.
Winemakers have been adding additional sulfites to wines for millennia. The Greeks and Romans used sulfur candles to sterilize their wine barrels. Sulfur protects damage to the wine caused by oxygen, and again helps prevent organisms from growing in the wine. This allows the wine to last longer too, which lets it age and develop all of those complex flavors we all love and enjoy so much. If you didn't add sulfites, the wine would turn into vinegar in a matter of months or sooner.
We pride ourselves in making wine that is low in sulfites. By not mass producing our wines they are able to be consumed without concern for most people who tend to be sensitive to sulfites. Small amounts of sulfites occur during the fermentation process so even wines labeled no added sulfites or organic contain sulfites.
Are you looking for that perfect place to celebrate a special occasion? The beautiful grounds and relaxed atmosphere of Blue Mountain Vineyards provide a unique venue for intimate parties, private tastings, corporate team building and other special celebrations. Events are held in our glass-enclosed deck and, weather permitting, our outdoor deck.
Maximum capacity is 100. Please visit us or call for details, availability and pricing.
FARMER'S MARKETS
We participate in numerous farmer's markets throughout the week. Let us come to you when you can't get to us. Visit www.bluemountainwine.com/farmers-markets to see if we're at a farmer's market near you!
SANGRIA SUNDAY WINE TASTING
Enjoy live entertainment on our outdoor or glass-enclosed deck with commanding views of the mountains and our vineyards. Gourmet cheeses and fresh baked bread are available for purchase, or bring your own snacks along. Admission $5 per person.
Please call for a reservation or go to www.bluemountainwine.com/events to purchase tickets and view our entertainment schedule. When you purchase your tickets online we will reserve a table for you and when you arrive we can offer you express seating.
Friday, June 20, 2014
Blind taste testing of Lehigh Valley wines by our winery owners proves to be an enlightening experience
Earlier this month the winery owners of our Wine Trail's nine wineries participated in a blind taste test of their own wines as lead by Penn State Extension Enologist Denise Gardner. Read her blog post about the experience here.
Below is her feedback to our winery owners about the blind taste testings and her observations.
Below is her feedback to our winery owners about the blind taste testings and her observations.
"On Monday, June 2nd, winery members of the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail tasted 21 of their wines blind. This doesn’t quite mean that each person was blindfolded, but that all of the wines and their subsequent labels were hidden from each participant during the tasting. What’s the purpose of conducting this kind of tasting?
Tasting wines blind, or by numeric codes instead of having awareness of the brand or label, forces the wine drinker to perceive the wine differently. “I wasn’t sure which ones were my wines,” one winemaker exclaimed at the end of the tasting. That could be a bit nerve racking for any winemaker, but it is an essential practice that many in the wine industry undergo regularly to improve their palate, and hence, improve the quality of wines that they produce.
I have to applaud this group of winemakers for taking these steps. It forces the whole group to minimize their bias and focus on each wine holistically. Is it flawed? Should it be sold as a representative of Pennsylvania wine? Do I even like this wine? All questions that I’m sure everyone was thinking during the tasting, including me.
After tasting through all 21 wines with the group, it was definitely an eye-opening experience trying to guess whose wine was whose! Like most of Pennsylvania, an array of wine varieties and styles were presented during the tasting. In the whites, we tasted everything from Vidal Blanc to Chardonnay, oaked and unoaked, some from fairly young vintages and some wines with age. In the reds, several red hybrid varieties were tasted, with a heavy emphasis on Chambourcin: one of the leading red wine varieties produced in the Lehigh Valley.
With the vast number of different white varieties made in several styles, some of them were a bit difficult to identify blind. However, as a whole, the Chambourcin wines were quite identifiable by their varietal character, or those attributes that are specific to Chambourcin. Such attributes include a deep red color, crisp acidity – quite “zippy,” with light red fruit and herbal flavors, almost reminiscent of oregano and sage from a spice cabinet. Chambourcin is a French-hybrid variety, which grows consistently well in the numerous climatic conditions associated with Pennsylvania. It’s a flexible wine grape, in which the winemaker has a lot of room to create various wine styles using Chambourcin as the base variety.
If you have your doubts on trying dry, red wines from the Lehigh Valley, I would encourage wine drinkers to give them another try. While most wines produced in warm, dry climates like California produce jammy and low-acid wines, these can be challenging to pair with food. However, the brightness in most red wines produced from the Lehigh Valley and other PA wineries is especially food friendly. For example, I enjoy using Chambourcin for meals that include pizza, spaghetti, and ratatouille. Of the few Bordeaux varietals (varieties like Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon or their associated blends) that were tasted earlier in June, you can pair these with heavier red meats like steak or even hamburgers made on the grill. Many also go well with hard cheeses or a creamy, white pasta sauce.
And don’t neglect one of the greatest gems associated with Pennsylvania producers: white wines. These wines come in so many styles from dry to sweet, unoaked to oaky, light aromatics to overly aromatic – and there are so many wonderful ways to enjoy them. Vidal Blanc is a friendly white wine to enjoy while picnicking on a warm, summer day, and the Lehigh Valley has many different styles to choose from. Gewurztraminer and Riesling, a few aromatically intense varieties we tasted, may seem powerful up front, but this wine pairs beautifully with spicy foods like Thai, Indian, and seafood-based cuisine.
While the objective of our tasting was not to identify food pairings with Lehigh Valley wines, consumers should be aware of the great care each winery is taking to continuously enhance wine quality. These tastings are a small part of quality control practices for wines made in Pennsylvania, and I hope that this wine trail will continue this practice in the years to come."
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Sunshine and Riesling event this weekend at Galen Glen
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Riesling ice cream!
On Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22 Galen Glen Winery will team with O Wow Cow Creamery of Ottsville, Pennsylvania to kick off the summer season with everyone's favorite frozen treat. The "Sunshine & Riesling" event will feature an ice cream or sorbet made from Galen Glen's Riesling wine.
Galen Glen will be offering a complimentary pairing of the ice cream and Riesling wine on Saturday, from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday from noon to 5 pm. Riesling is the perfect wine for summer meals as it is a refreshing wine with flavors of apples, pears, honey melons and a lick of wet slate. In addition, it pairs well with crab cakes, barbeque chicken, ribs, and salads.
Galen Glen is known for their award-winning Germanic-style white wines. Most recently, the Rieslings were awarded a gold medal in the Riverside International Wine Competition and a silver medal in the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition.
O Wow Cow is also no stranger to winning awards for their organic, locally-sourced ice creams and sorbets. They were recently named one of the Top Ten Ice Cream Shops in America by The Huffington Post. Owner, John Fezzuoglio, is known for his unique creations that are sure to excite every palate. While this is not the first dessert made from wine, it is the first time O Wow Cow is creating an ice cream from wine sourced through a Lehigh Valley Wine Trail winery.
On Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22 Galen Glen Winery will team with O Wow Cow Creamery of Ottsville, Pennsylvania to kick off the summer season with everyone's favorite frozen treat. The "Sunshine & Riesling" event will feature an ice cream or sorbet made from Galen Glen's Riesling wine.
Galen Glen will be offering a complimentary pairing of the ice cream and Riesling wine on Saturday, from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday from noon to 5 pm. Riesling is the perfect wine for summer meals as it is a refreshing wine with flavors of apples, pears, honey melons and a lick of wet slate. In addition, it pairs well with crab cakes, barbeque chicken, ribs, and salads.
O Wow Cow is also no stranger to winning awards for their organic, locally-sourced ice creams and sorbets. They were recently named one of the Top Ten Ice Cream Shops in America by The Huffington Post. Owner, John Fezzuoglio, is known for his unique creations that are sure to excite every palate. While this is not the first dessert made from wine, it is the first time O Wow Cow is creating an ice cream from wine sourced through a Lehigh Valley Wine Trail winery.
Friday, June 13, 2014
Clover Hill plans wine and food inspiration, and vineyard and winery tours for June
We would like to thank you for voting us Best of the Valley for 2014. We look forward to your next Clover Hill visit and thank you for enjoying and sharing our wines.
Please note: If you are traveling to the winery in Breinigsville, Schantz Road will be partially closed until July 2015. Please click here to find our available detours.
Owners Selection for June - Vignoles
$10.34 per bottle - Receive an additional 10% discount when included in a case purchase.
Intense and delicate flavors of honey, rose and orange blossom will mingle in your wine glass. The sweet, dessert wine is balanced with rich flavors and striking acidity. Try pairing this wine with a cheese plate after dinner or a rich cheesecake. Find recipes here.
Wine & Food Inspiration at the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmer's Market
Saturday, June 14 from 11 am - 4 pm
Visit the wine shop at the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market for a special wine and food pairing featuring baby back ribs from Billy's Seafood and Rib Shack paired with 2008 Merlot. It is a perfect way to treat Dad for Father's Day.
1st Day of Summer at The Winery in Breinigsville
June 21 & 22
Celebrate the arrival of summer with a glass of Clover Hill wine. Visit the winery in Breinigsville or the vineyard in Robesonia on June 21 or 22 for $4 wine by the glass specials all day. Sip a glass of wine on our patio and welcome summer!
June 21 at 1 and 2 pm
Join Clover Hill Winery for an inside look at our vineyards and production facility. Let us show you our winemaking process from the grape to the glass. The tour is approximately 1 ½ hours long and includes wine tasting along the way. 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.
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Vynecrest converting bottling line to screw caps this summer
Bread is now available on the weekends in the Vyneskeller from The Daily Loaf, a fellow vendor from the Macungie Farmers Market. Demi-baguette loaves with dipping oil and spices for $3 in the Vyneskeller and regular-sized baguettes for sale upstairs in the tasting room for $4 to take home. Made with 100% organic flour and delivered fresh every Saturday morning to us. More varieties will be available as the summer goes on.
The Vyneskeller is open seven days a week from 1 - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday it is be self service - you can buy everything you need upstairs in the tasting room (wine, cheese, crackers) and take it with you downstairs to the patio or out to the picnic tables. Saturday and Sunday is business as usual with our full staff.
June Specials:
Wine of the Month - Blueberry, additional 10% off
3 Pack of the Month - 3 DiVyne Red for $25.
*available at winery only; 3 pack cannot be combined with other offers
Upcoming Events and Farmers Markets
Happy Hour at Vynecrest on Main - every Friday from 4 - 6 pm. 10% off wine purchases and a free appetizer per couple.
June 12 and 19 - Macungie Farmer's Market, 4-7pm
June 21 & 22 - Split Rock Wine Festival
The Great Tastes of Pennsylvania Wine & Food Festival is held annually on resort grounds during the beautifully inviting summertime. This two-day, outdoor festival features musical entertainment, many of Pennsylvania's finest wineries, and a wide selection of food and craft vendors. Educational seminars are held during festival hours. Come experience everything you loved about wine fest past and all the great new things happening this year. Noon to 6 pm both days.
June 25 - Wine and Wholesome Food Cafe Event
Join us Wednesday evening in Kutztown for a wine and pairing from Wholesome Food Cafe from 5- 7 pm. $10 per person
June 26 - Macungie Farmer's Market, 4-7 pm
June 29 - Vineyard & Winery Tour
Jazz Sunday - Vineyard & Winery tour begins at noon. $5 per person. Tour should wrap up just in time to enjoy some live Jazz music in the Vyneskeller from 1 - 4 pm.
Glass Half Empty
by Malachi Duffy
I was just rereading the Glass Half Empty column I wrote for last June and it was about some of the projects we had recently completed or were underway. It ended with the last big project to be completed for the year, a new bottling line that would hopefully be twice as fast and use screw caps.
Well, 12 months later the new bottling line is in. We now have four wines under screw cap and have an aggressive bottling schedule in place to try to get the 2013 wines in the bottle before the 2012 vintage sells out.
We have had a lot of questions about why we chose to switch from a synthetic cork to screw caps. The answer is pretty simple. It is THE BEST closure for us and the style of wine we make. Every closure has its weakness. Natural cork can be tainted with TCA, so a certain percentage of your wine may be bad and there isn't anything you can do about it. To combat this inconsistency, we switched to a synthetic cork many years ago. Synthetic cork has been great for us but is does have a downside. It lets a little bit of oxygen into the bottle and over time the wine will oxidize. With synthetic corks we are able to guarantee our white wines for two-to-three years and our reds for five years (because red wines are better at protecting themselves against oxygen).
We wanted to have a longer shelf life for both our red and white wines. Screw caps solve all the above problems and offer an easier way to open the bottle of wine. While screw caps do let in some oxygen, it is MUCH less than that of a natural or synthetic cork. This will allow us to guarantee our whites for up to five years and reds up to 10 years (probably much longer).
Screw caps may diminish the drama and romance opening a bottle but it is well worth the sacrifice to ensure a taint-free wine that offers consistent aging, maintained flavor and freshness with optimum quality control. Quality is Vynecrest's number one concern when producing a wine and the switch to screw caps is another example of of that pursuit.
The Vyneskeller is open seven days a week from 1 - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday it is be self service - you can buy everything you need upstairs in the tasting room (wine, cheese, crackers) and take it with you downstairs to the patio or out to the picnic tables. Saturday and Sunday is business as usual with our full staff.
June Specials:
Wine of the Month - Blueberry, additional 10% off
3 Pack of the Month - 3 DiVyne Red for $25.
*available at winery only; 3 pack cannot be combined with other offers
Upcoming Events and Farmers Markets
June 12 and 19 - Macungie Farmer's Market, 4-7pm
June 21 & 22 - Split Rock Wine Festival
The Great Tastes of Pennsylvania Wine & Food Festival is held annually on resort grounds during the beautifully inviting summertime. This two-day, outdoor festival features musical entertainment, many of Pennsylvania's finest wineries, and a wide selection of food and craft vendors. Educational seminars are held during festival hours. Come experience everything you loved about wine fest past and all the great new things happening this year. Noon to 6 pm both days.
June 25 - Wine and Wholesome Food Cafe Event
Join us Wednesday evening in Kutztown for a wine and pairing from Wholesome Food Cafe from 5- 7 pm. $10 per person
June 26 - Macungie Farmer's Market, 4-7 pm
June 29 - Vineyard & Winery Tour
Jazz Sunday - Vineyard & Winery tour begins at noon. $5 per person. Tour should wrap up just in time to enjoy some live Jazz music in the Vyneskeller from 1 - 4 pm.
Glass Half Empty
by Malachi Duffy
I was just rereading the Glass Half Empty column I wrote for last June and it was about some of the projects we had recently completed or were underway. It ended with the last big project to be completed for the year, a new bottling line that would hopefully be twice as fast and use screw caps.
Well, 12 months later the new bottling line is in. We now have four wines under screw cap and have an aggressive bottling schedule in place to try to get the 2013 wines in the bottle before the 2012 vintage sells out.
We have had a lot of questions about why we chose to switch from a synthetic cork to screw caps. The answer is pretty simple. It is THE BEST closure for us and the style of wine we make. Every closure has its weakness. Natural cork can be tainted with TCA, so a certain percentage of your wine may be bad and there isn't anything you can do about it. To combat this inconsistency, we switched to a synthetic cork many years ago. Synthetic cork has been great for us but is does have a downside. It lets a little bit of oxygen into the bottle and over time the wine will oxidize. With synthetic corks we are able to guarantee our white wines for two-to-three years and our reds for five years (because red wines are better at protecting themselves against oxygen).
We wanted to have a longer shelf life for both our red and white wines. Screw caps solve all the above problems and offer an easier way to open the bottle of wine. While screw caps do let in some oxygen, it is MUCH less than that of a natural or synthetic cork. This will allow us to guarantee our whites for up to five years and reds up to 10 years (probably much longer).
Screw caps may diminish the drama and romance opening a bottle but it is well worth the sacrifice to ensure a taint-free wine that offers consistent aging, maintained flavor and freshness with optimum quality control. Quality is Vynecrest's number one concern when producing a wine and the switch to screw caps is another example of of that pursuit.
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