WIN one of Two Grape Escape Wine Tours to Niagara! Value $1000.00.Click here for contest details!

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 The Wine Ladies, Georgia and Susanne enjoying a recent bicycle wine tour in Niagara with Grape Escape Wine Tours.

CONGRATULATIONS to our two winners…. Debbie Watson, Hamilton, On and Lindsay Fox, Coldwater, On.

It’s as easy as 1-2-3 to win!!!!!

Your prize includes two great prize packages.

Picnic Lunch Bicycle Tour for 6 people (retail value $637.32)

All would be valid for the rest of the 2015 season or 2016 season.

Afternoon Cycle Tour for 4 people (retail value $289.28)

All would be valid for the rest of the 2015 season or 2016 season.

Tweet #TWLGrapeEscapeWIN and re-tweet as often as you like! Two winners will be picked at random.  

Contest Rules

1.Make sure that you follow both of us on Twitter @TheWineLadies @TourGrapeEscape

2.Enter as many times as you like from Wednesday, Sept 30th,2015 at noon until Monday, October 19th at noon tweet and re-tweet and follow @TheWineLadies and @TourGrapeEscape

Below is an  example that you can use and modify as you see fit.


Example Tweet:

@TheWineLadies Enter me to #win! $1000.00 #Niagara #TWLGrapeEscapeWIN #wine @TourGrapeEscape

@TheWineLadies #wine #bicycle #contest @TourGrapeEscape #TWLGrapeEscapeWIN  I wanna win!

3.Each time you tweet (or re-tweet our Tweets) using the hash tag #TWLGrapeEscapeWIN  your name will be entered into our draw for a chance to win the prizes. Keep entering as often as you like. Be sure to add @TheWineLadies at the end of your Tweet as well to help track it.

4.If you don’t TWEET you can also enter on The Wine Ladies FACEBOOK Fan page too right here.

The winner will be randomly selected at noon on Monday, Oct 19th, 2015 and will be notified via TWITTER and FACEBOOK.

 

Listen to Rich Mell at 34:30 minutes into the show

On this week’s radio show…

Episode 33

Discover Washington wines. Make your own wine in time for the holidays. Discover the secret anti aging ingredient and Canada’s most southerly wine region Pelee Island and Pelee Island Winery.

Ask The Wine Ladies – Can you recommend a bicycle wine tour to Niagara-on-the-Lake?

Jancis Robinson

Wine World News.Hot off the Press with UK’s Wine Critic Jancis Robinson.

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In our first segment our esteemed guest world renown British Master of Wine, wine critic, journalist and multi award winning author. Now with her just published 4th edition, “The Oxford Companion to Wine”. Jancis Robinson to join us and reveal a multitude of changes including brand new entries that had no place in her previous 3rd edition of nine years ago. The wine world is evolving at a brisk, exciting pace!

Listen to Jancis Robinson at 7:58 minutes into the show

 

Jancis Robinson Fourth Edition The Oxford Companion

  • Almost 4,000 A to Z entries on a breathtaking range of topics. From grape varieties and regions to viticulture, growers, and the history of wine
  • More than 60% of entries have been comprehensively revised and updated to include the very latest international research and opinion
  • 300 brand-new entries. Including wine apps, aromatics, geosmin, Hong Kong, minerality, natural wine, social media, and tasting notes language
  • Edited by the award-winning online publisher and Financial Times wine correspondent, Jancis Robinson OBE, Master of Wine, and Julia Harding MW.
  • 187 top local experts, including more than 50 new ones, contribute entries on their specialist regions. Such as Walter Speller on Italy, Huon Hooke on Australia, Michael Fridjhon on South Africa, David Schildknecht on Germany and Austria and Victor de la Serna on Spain.
  • Beautiful new page design incorporating new colour photographs and black and white line drawings.
  • All maps of wine regions have been updated for this edition.

 EPIDODE 31

On this week’s audio podcast…

Wine World News… Hot off the Press with UK’s Wine Critic Jancis Robinson PLUS the Pacific Northwest Winning Wine Regions, BC and Oregon.

Extra, extra, read all about it! We have the latest scoop on what is happening in the world of wine. Coming to you today from one of the greatest authorities on wine worldwide. She hails from the UK and is Jancis Robinson.

You’ll hear all about what is happening in China’s vineyards. Yes they grow grapes, they make wine and in fact are the 5th largest producer of wine in the world.

We’ll chat about climate change. Is it affecting our vineyards and how? And finally we have red wine, white, rose and yellow, but have you heard of “orange wine”? And no it is not made with oranges!

We like to stay on top with what’s going on in our market here as well. So as we just recently had a Vintages release of some of the wines of the Great Pacific Northwest, we thought we would take this opportunity to share with you what is going on in two of it’s exciting regions.
Our next two guests hail from award winning wineries representing BC  and Oregon.

Dirty Laundry…”The Okanagan’s Dirty Little Secret”..Hear why on The Wine Ladies audio podcast!

Sokol Blosser

Sokol Blosser, Legacy Oregon winery since 1971, The Wine Ladies Audio Podcast.

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We turn our attention next to Oregon, which to many is synonymous with Pinot Noir, that fickle varietal, the most planted in the state at which Oregon excels! But there’s more! Now considered a world class wine region, Oregon has 18 approved wine growing regions, over 600 wineries and 900 vineyards, and the state is known for high quality award winning wines.

Kelly Brown the V.P. of Consumer Sales. Sokol Blosser

Kelly Brown the V.P. of Consumer Sales. Sokol Blosser

To fill us in more and share with us the story and wines of a very special, pioneering winery founded in 1971 called Sokol Blosser, we chat with Michael Kelly Brown the V.P. of Consumer Sales. Sokol Blosser is family owned and operated, organically farmed winery located in the Willamette Valley, having established themselves as a true legacy Oregon winery.

Listen to Michael Kelly Brown at 40:54 minutes into the show

 

Sokol Blosser, A Legacy of Oregon Wines since 1971.

Sokol Blosser, A Legacy of Oregon Wines since 1971.

1970 was winding down when our founders, Bill Blosser and Susan Sokol Blosser pulled their ’68 VW Camper up to an abandoned prune orchard some 30 miles southwest of Portland. These moonstruck kids had little farming experience and just a basic knowledge of wine making. What they did have, in abundance, was a passion for growing the Pinot Noir grape and creating world-class wine. Soon after settling on this extraordinary land, they planted their first vines and cinched their place as pioneers in Oregon’s budding wine industry.

Pinot Noir never tasted so good!

EPIDODE 31

On this week’s audio podcast…

Wine World News… Hot off the Press with UK’s Wine Critic Jancis Robinson PLUS the Pacific Northwest Winning Wine Regions, BC and Oregon.

Extra, extra, read all about it! We have the latest scoop on what is happening in the world of wine. Coming to you today from one of the greatest authorities on wine worldwide. She hails from the UK and is Jancis Robinson.

You’ll hear all about what is happening in China’s vineyards. Yes they grow grapes, they make wine and in fact are the 5th largest producer of wine in the world.

We’ll chat about climate change. Is it affecting our vineyards and how? And finally we have red wine, white, rose and yellow, but have you heard of “orange wine”? And no it is not made with oranges!

We like to stay on top with what’s going on in our market here as well. So as we just recently had a Vintages release of some of the wines of the Great Pacific Northwest, we thought we would take this opportunity to share with you what is going on in two of it’s exciting regions.
Our next two guests hail from award winning wineries representing BC  and Oregon.

Dirty Laundry…”The Okanagan’s Dirty Little Secret”..Hear why on The Wine Ladies audio podcast!

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To the Okanagan Valley in BC, one of the world’s most northerly wine making regions. The Okanagan Valley is BC’s premier wine making region and is consistently ranked among the world’s best at international competitions. Joining us Mason Spink, Mason is the winemaker for a very cool and exciting, award winning winery, not only for their awesome wines but also as a destination as voted by TRIP Advisor as the area’s Top Wine Destination. The winery is Dirty Laundry and do they have a story! Get the “dirt” on Dirty Laundry and what makes them and the Okanagan so fabulous.

Listen to Mason Spink at 27:55 minutes into the show

 EPIDODE 31

On this week’s audio podcast…

Wine World News… Hot off the Press with UK’s Wine Critic Jancis Robinson PLUS the Pacific Northwest Winning Wine Regions, BC and Oregon.

Extra, extra, read all about it! We have the latest scoop on what is happening in the world of wine. Coming to you today from one of the greatest authorities on wine worldwide. She hails from the UK and is Jancis Robinson.

You’ll hear all about what is happening in China’s vineyards. Yes they grow grapes, they make wine and in fact are the 5th largest producer of wine in the world.

We’ll chat about climate change. Is it affecting our vineyards and how? And finally we have red wine, white, rose and yellow, but have you heard of “orange wine”? And no it is not made with oranges!

We like to stay on top with what’s going on in our market here as well. So as we just recently had a Vintages release of some of the wines of the Great Pacific Northwest, we thought we would take this opportunity to share with you what is going on in two of it’s exciting regions.
Our next two guests hail from award winning wineries representing BC  and Oregon.

Sokol Blosser, Legacy Oregon winery since 1971, The Wine Ladies Audio Podcast.


Ring-bolt Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Ring Bolt Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

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Susanne'sWine Pick

Susanne’s Wine Pick

So for my wine pick today I enjoyed a yummy Cabernet Sauvignon last week in my backyard with a nice juicy steak. It was from Australia, from one of Australia’s greatest fine wine regions, the Margaret River, known of course for their Cabernet Sauvignon.

My find the Ring-bolt Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, from the Margaret River. In our market $21.95

Well worth the money, a steal of a deal actually…

Full bodied, smooth, succulent with a juicy flavor of cherries, a hint of chocolate, layered, with hints of fine oak and a lasting finish.

The name Ringbolt by the way was a ship that sank during the late 1800’s in what is now known as Ringbolt Bay, located on the southern tip of the Margaret River wine region.

 EPIDODE 31

On this week’s audio podcast…

Wine World News… Hot off the Press with UK’s Wine Critic Jancis Robinson PLUS the Pacific Northwest Winning Wine Regions, BC and Oregon.

Extra, extra, read all about it! We have the latest scoop on what is happening in the world of wine. Coming to you today from one of the greatest authorities on wine worldwide. She hails from the UK and is Jancis Robinson.

You’ll hear all about what is happening in China’s vineyards. Yes they grow grapes, they make wine and in fact are the 5th largest producer of wine in the world.

We’ll chat about climate change. Is it affecting our vineyards and how? And finally we have red wine, white, rose and yellow, but have you heard of “orange wine”? And no it is not made with oranges!

We like to stay on top with what’s going on in our market here as well. So as we just recently had a Vintages release of some of the wines of the Great Pacific Northwest, we thought we would take this opportunity to share with you what is going on in two of it’s exciting regions.
Our next two guests hail from award winning wineries representing BC  and Oregon.

 

Les Vins de Vienne Condrieu 2012, Geeorgia’s Wine Pick.

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Georgia's Wine Pick

Georgia’s Wine Pick

So for my wine pick today, I am going back to a white wine and back over to the Rhone. I was there last week, yes with my Châteauneuf-du-Pape! Although the Southern Rhone, now I head up to the Norther Rhone.

This week, my wine pick comes from the Rhone’s most famous white wine appellation which makes wine exclusively from the Viognier grape, and that is Condrieu. The wine is Les Vins de Vienne Condrieu.

True to the characteristics which define a delectable, beautifully made Viognier, this one is seductive on the nose and mouth filling, rich on the palate, with ripe peaches, apricots, honeysuckle and floral notes, like violets, perfume, but not overly, juicy with a crisp acidity and long satisfying finish. A treat to be sure.

EPIDODE 31

On this week’s audio podcast…

Wine World News… Hot off the Press with UK’s Wine Critic Jancis Robinson PLUS the Pacific Northwest Winning Wine Regions, BC and Oregon.

Extra, extra, read all about it! We have the latest scoop on what is happening in the world of wine. Coming to you today from one of the greatest authorities on wine worldwide. She hails from the UK and is Jancis Robinson.

You’ll hear all about what is happening in China’s vineyards. Yes they grow grapes, they make wine and in fact are the 5th largest producer of wine in the world.

We’ll chat about climate change. Is it affecting our vineyards and how? And finally we have red wine, white, rose and yellow, but have you heard of “orange wine”? And no it is not made with oranges!

We like to stay on top with what’s going on in our market here as well. So as we just recently had a Vintages release of some of the wines of the Great Pacific Northwest, we thought we would take this opportunity to share with you what is going on in two of it’s exciting regions.
Our next two guests hail from award winning wineries representing BC  and Oregon.

Sokol Blosser, Legacy Oregon winery since 1971, The Wine Ladies Audio Podcast.

Parsons Interior event Sept 2015 in support of Dancing With Mississauga Stars.

The Wine Ladies and Parsons Interiors present…Pleasure your senses, feed your soul.

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The Wine Ladies and Parsons Interiors. Ltd.

The Wine Ladies and Parsons Interiors. Ltd.

The Wine Ladies and Parsons Interiors present…Pleasure your senses, feed your soul. Glorious Art, Home Decor, Dance and Wine.

You are invited to… 

Sip on sumptuous cocktails and seductive wines

Savour delicious bites

The Wine Ladies Wine Picks as a prize giveaway.

The Wine Ladies Wine Picks as a prize giveaway.

Enjoy home decor tips and tricks with Jackie Connolly of Parsons Interiors Ltd.

and

a stunning dance performance by Blue Heel Dance Studio 

Blue Heel Dance Studio.

Blue Heel Dance Studio.

 Bid on fabulous art at the silent auction and raffle prizes

including a $1500.00 Blue Heel Dance Studio lessons for 1 year!

Win great door prizes 

Everyone receives Two, 30 minute private lessons courtesy of Blue Heel Dance Studio Value: $200.00

Monday, September 28th, 2015

5:00pm – 8:30pm

Parsons Interiors Ltd.

25 – 2861 Sherwood Heights Dr. Oakville, ON L6J 7K1

Tickets: $25.00 in advance

 Please purchase tickets on line here

 or $35.00 at the door

Parsons Interiors Ltd.

Parsons Interiors Ltd.

Come celebrate our 1st year anniversary in our new location.

Make a difference with your attendance and support!

JOIN THE WINE LADIES, Georgia and Susanne

As The Wine Ladies we are thrilled and honored to take part in this year’s fundraising event! We are truly blessed and strongly believe in giving back to our community. This is our chance to truly make a difference and we are asking you to help us make that happen.

We have two important goals!

1. Our financial challenge is to raise $10,000.

2. Our dancing challenge…Susanne will be representing The Wine Ladies Nov 6th by learning then performing the Tango at the Gala event.

“As The Wine Ladies, my sister Georgia and I are truly blessed and strongly believe in giving back to the community. I have always had a passion for singing and dancing, so learning and performing a ballroom style dance in front of a live audience, and doing this for such a worthy cause, is a bucket list dream realized. I am thrilled to be part of this dancing adventure. Join me and Georgia so we can make a difference and make others dreams come true”, says Susanne.

Dancing With Mississauga Stars, Ciro and Susanne first meeting.

Dancing With Mississauga Stars, Ciro and Susanne first meeting.

Dancing With Mississauga Stars.

Dancing With Mississauga Stars.

All proceeds raised this evening will be donated to #SupportSusanne Dancing With Mississauga Stars Campaign for the Community Foundation of Mississauga

Dancing With Mississauga Stars Donation Graph.

Dancing With Mississauga Stars Donation Graph.

As of September 2nd, 2015

Community Foundation of Mississauga Logo

Community Foundation of Mississauga Logo

Please Call 905-338-6797 to RSVP or email

info@thewineladies.com 

 Thank-you to our generous sponsors and partners

Parsons Interiors ltd.

Parsons Interiors ltd.

Proprietor Jackie Connolly of Parsons Interiors Ltd.

 

With locations in Oakville and Mississauga

 

Raffle  prize… Someone will receive a custom made swimsuit made just for them! Value $250.00

Raffle prize: A comprehensive complete skin care line valued at over $500.00 donated by Abby Birbari

Have questions about The Wine Ladies and Parsons Interiors team up for an extraordinary evening of Art, Decor, Dance and Wine!? Contact The Wine Ladies