Wine Competitions generally seek to award the art and science of winemaking. The Palmetto Wine Competition is no different in that regard. The goal is not to find the best wine, but to find the wine best to its style and varietal standard. In other words, wines aren’t judged against others in the competition, theyContinue reading “How Wines Are Judged! 2019 Palmetto Wine Competition”
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Rag Apple Lassie Vineyards – Yadkin Valley AVA
Agriculture long supported the Hobson family, on their hundred year old family farm. As with many Carolina Farms, tobacco was the cash crop. The demise of tobacco led Frank W Hobson, Jr. nineteen years ago to plant a vineyard. RagApple Lassie opened it’s doors for wine tasting soon after in 2002. The unique name certainlyContinue reading “Rag Apple Lassie Vineyards – Yadkin Valley AVA”
Announcing the Judges: 2019 Palmetto Wine Competition
It is with extreme pride, we present the panel of judges for the 2019 Palmetto Wine Competition. This year’s group is exceptionally strong in industry qualifications each with a developed appreciation of regional wine knowledge. Related Post – Press Release: 2019 Palmetto Wine Competition In 2019 we are seating eight judges. Our Two Head JudgesContinue reading “Announcing the Judges: 2019 Palmetto Wine Competition”
Press Release: 2019 Palmetto Wine Competition
The second Palmetto Wine Competition is scheduled for May 7th, 2019 at The Belmont Inn in historic Abbeville, South Carolina. The Palmetto Wine Competition is sponsored by The VinoWine App, The Belmont Inn, The South Carolina Wine and Grape Growers Association, OurWineTonight.Com, and WineryEscapades.Com Organized by Dennis and Jenni Turner, the focus of the PalmettoContinue reading “Press Release: 2019 Palmetto Wine Competition”
Cartersville Country Winery – Timmonsville, S.C.
Cartersville Country Winery is off the beaten path well in the country, by all appearances. Though seriously, it’s really just about five miles off Interstate 20 and just about five miles off Interstate 95 in the small town of Timmonsville, Western Florence County, South Carolina. To say we enjoyed our visit with owner Tom andContinue reading “Cartersville Country Winery – Timmonsville, S.C.”
Peach Black Cherry – Lazy Bear Winery
Our wine tonight is the Peach Black Cherry from Lazy Bear Winery in Easley, South Carolina. A true fruit wine, blend of peaches and black cherries. Gorgeous amber color. Sweet, though not Moscato/Muscadine sweet. Nose of overripe black cherries. Flavor notes of black cherries up front, hints of cherry cola mid palate finishing with notesContinue reading “Peach Black Cherry – Lazy Bear Winery”
Vineyard Cabins @ Lu Mil Vineyard = Winecation!
How great it is, when get-away accommodations exceed your expectations! A better, more fun, more enjoyable time for all. Our cabin stay at Lu Mil Vineyard has far exceeded our expectations! We first met Denise and Karla with Lu Mil Vineyard at the 2017 North Carolina Wine Month kickoff event at Childress Vineyards. This year,Continue reading “Vineyard Cabins @ Lu Mil Vineyard = Winecation!”
Queen – St. Paul Mountain Vineyards
Our wine tonight is the Queen from St. Paul Mountain Vineyards in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Sweet Red blend….80% Cabernet Franc and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged 6 months in oak. Decanted for 30 minutes. Serve at cellar temperature. Expressive bouquet with red plums, blackberry jam, cherry cola, robust expresso, and fresh vanilla bean on the nose.Continue reading “Queen – St. Paul Mountain Vineyards”
Sweetheart White – Madeloni Cellars
Our wine tonight is the Sweetheart White from Medaloni Cellars. Non-vintage. White blend. Golden color like summer rays of sunshine. Explicit nose of state fair cotton candy. Semi-sweet. Flavor notes Earl Gray hot tea, wildflower honey, nutmeg, clove, honeysuckle, and lighter notes of vanilla and cream. 12.9% ABV My research did not turn up theContinue reading “Sweetheart White – Madeloni Cellars”
Favorite Winery Roadside Signs
Upon finally reaching our desired winery, we will most times stop and snap a picture of the roadside sign. Let us share a few of our favorites. Starting off big! I love the billboard size sign announcing your arrival at Sanctuary Vineyards. Check out the huge saw blade welcoming you to Woodmill Vineyards. CityScape WineryContinue reading “Favorite Winery Roadside Signs”
Wine Competitions and Marketing! 