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April 25, 2012


‎"Wine to me is passion. It's family and friends. It's warmth of heart and generosity of spirit. Wine is art. It's culture. It's the essence of civilization and the art of living."


Robert Mondavi





What's in this issue?


  • Best Wineries for Picnics
  • May Wine Events
  • Sparkling Wines for Every Budget
  • Print FREE Wine Tasting Coupons
  • Recipe -Steak Teriyaki Strips




  • Best Wineries for Picnics




    Get ready to pack your favorite foods or pick up supplies along the way. Whether you're planning a romantic day for two or a fun family outing, that perfect picnic spot is just waiting to be discovered.


    Best Winery for Picnics in the Napa Valley

    picnic spot



    Rutherford Hill Winery
    Address: 200 Rutherford Hill Rd., Rutherford, CA
    Telephone: (707) 963-1871
    Picnic among the olive trees overlooking the Napa Valley. Amazing Views! Explore the area for the best picnic spot; there are lots to choose from. Rutherford Hill also offers an interesting tour of their caves. Tip for picnic ideas: Pick up lunch suppliesat Oakville Grocery on Hwy. 29, a Napa Valley landmark.



    Best Winery for Picnics in Sonoma County

    Passalacqua Winery

    Passalacqua Winery
    Address: 3805 Lambert Bridge Rd., Healdsburg, CA
    Telephone: (707) 433-5550
    Open daily 11 AM - 5 PM
    Passalacqua Winery has incredible views of the Dry Creek Valley.Call ahead to reserve a picnic table. You can picnic on the deck overlooking amazing scenery. This boutique winery produces some very good Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel. Tip for picnic ideas: Stop by Dry Creek General Store (3495 Dry Creek Rd., Healdsburg)for picnic supplies. They have great food and some unique choices.



    Best Winery for Picnics in Mendocino

    Goldeneye Anderson Valley Goldeneye Anderson Valley
    Address: 9200 Hwy. 128, Philo, CA
    Telephone: (707) 895-3202
    Open daily 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
    Goldeneye has outstanding Pinot Noir. Sip premium wines and enjoy a picnic in the most beautiful setting. Surround yourself with vineyard views, redwood trees in the background, and lush landscaping. Tables are scattered along the patio where you are served wines as part of your tasting.



    Best Winery for Picnics Along California's Central Coast

    Byington Winery & Vineyard Byington Vineyard & Winery
    Address: 21850 Bear Creek Rd., Los Gatos, CA
    Telephone: (408) 354-1111
    Open daily for Central Coast wine tasting 11 AM – 5 PM
    Great views in the Santa Cruz Mountains. On a clear day you can see the Pacific Ocean. In addition to tables there are gas and charcoal grills you can use, but you need to bring the tools. They also have a bocce ball court. Beautifully landscaped grounds. Tip for picnic ideas: Visit the deli at Ben Lomond Market for delicious take-out. (9440 Mill St., Ben Lomond).



    Best Winery for Picnics in the Sierra Foothills

    Best wineries for picnics Deaver Vineyards - Amador County
    Address: 12455 Steiner Rd., Plymouth, CA 95669
    Telephone: (209) 245-4099
    Open Daily 11 AM – 5 PM
    Deaver Vineyards is a great place for a picnic. There are picnic tables overlooking a lake with large trees and an expansive lawn area. Pick up a bottle of one of their California style Ports to sip by the lake. They produce a large variety of other wines as well. Stop by the Amador Vintage Market at 9393 Main Street in downtown Plymouth. Delicious meals to go!



    Best Winery for Picnics in the Central Valley

    Viaggio Estate & Winery

    Viaggio Estate & Winery - Lodi
    Address: 100 E. Taddei Rd., Acampo, CA 95220
    Open Fri.-Sat noon-8PM; Sun. 12-6PM.
    Gorgeous winery located on the Mokelumne River. The grounds are beautifully landscaped. There's a large lawn area. Spread a blanket along the river to enjoy the serenity of the river or dine on their large outdoor patio.



    Best Winery for Picnics in Southern California

    Belle Marie Winery - San Diego
    Address: 26312 Mesa Rock Rd., Escondido, CA
    Telephone: (760) 797-7557
    Open Wed. – Mon. 11 AM – 6 PM
    The grounds at Belle Marie Winery in Escondido overlook a spectacular view. Enjoy a picnic in their tranquil setting. They have a wide range of both white and red wines to taste.




    May Wine Events

    May 5-6: Rutherford Passport to Fiesta - Napa Valley

    May 12: Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon

    May 12-13: Livermore Valley Wine Auction

    May 19: Annual Spring Hopland Passport

    May 19: Lodi Zinfest

    May 19-20: Taste of Alexander Valley


    May 20: Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Express

    May 18-20: 30th Annual Wine Festival - Paso Robles

    May 26: A Taste of Chocolate, Wine, & Ale - Mendocino

    May 27-June 1: Pacific Coastal Wine Cruise - San Diego





    Sparkling Wines for Every Budget

    Best Champagne Sparkling Wines Under $20

    Click on each label to learn more about these wines:
    Jaume Serra Cristalino, Segura Viudas Aria Brut Cava, Zardetto Prosecco
    Jaume

    Sparkling Wine Reviews $20-$49

    Click on each label to learn more about these wines:


    Argyle Brut, Domaine Carneros Brut, Veuve Clicquot
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    Sparkling Wine Reviews $50 and Up

    Click on each label to learn more about these wines:

    Roederer Cristal, Dom Perignon, Roederer Blanc De Blancs
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    Print Free Wine Tasting Coupons

    Print Your Own Wine Tasting Coupons...for Free!

    As a subscriber to Cheers 2 Wine News you can access our pages of free wine tasting coupons. Some of these coupons allow you to taste for free while others let 2 people sample wine for the price of 1.



    Links to Our Newest Coupons

    Steven Kent - 2 for 1 Tasting
    Address: 5443 Tesla Rd., Livermore
    Telephone: (925) 449-048
    Open weekends 11-4:30 PM

    Roudon-Smith Winery - Santa Cruz
    Address: 18 Hangar Wy., Su. C, Santa Cruz
    Telephone: (831)438-1244

    Deep Sea Wine Tasting Room - Complimentary Tasting
    Address: 217 G Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
    Telephone: (805) 618-1185

    Tolosa Winery - 2 for 1 Tasting
    Address: 4910 Edna Rd., San Luis Obispo
    Telephone: (805) 782-0500

    Follow us on Twitter for updates on the latest wine tasting coupons in the California Wine Country ~ @cheers2winecom






    Cooking With Wine Recipe

    "I cook with wine; sometimes I even add it to the food."

    W.C. Fields



    Steak Teriyaki Strips

    Steak Teriyaki Looking for the best steak teriyaki recipe? Learn how to make teriyaki sauce that will result in the most scrumptious, well seasoned beef teriyaki strips. This dish is easy to prepare in advance and freeze until the day of the event. You'll be relaxed and carefree thawing out the beef strips and grilling them as your guests are arriving.

    Ingredients:
    1 1/2 - 2 pounds sirloin steak
    1/2 cup soy sauce
    1/2 cup Sake
    1/2 teaspoon MSG
    2 Tablespoons virgin olive oil
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1/4 cup brown sugar
    1 Tablespoon finedly sliced fresh ginger
    1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    package of wooden skewers

    Instructions:
    1. Slice sirloin steaks into strips approximately 1/4 inch thick.
    2. Thread the beef strips onto the wooden skewers.
    3. Mix the remaining ingredients into a bowl to prepare the Teriyaki Sauce.
    4. Pour over the strips and let marinate for 2-4 hours or overnight.
    5. Grill. It usually just takes 3-4 minutes per side.

    Tip: If you decide to prepare in advance and freeze, stop after Step 4. Cover tightly with foil and freeze. Thaw thoroughly before grilling. Best if eaten within a month of freezing.


    Wine Pairing:
    A hearty Zinfandel always goes well with grilled meats. Find the best Zinfandel for your taste and budget by reading the latest Zinfandel Reviews.


    Dessert Suggestion:
    How does chocolate and caramel sound? When guests see this cake, they will think you've been slaving away in the kitchen. No one will guess that this cake recipe begins with a chocolate cake mix.! This dessert is absolutely divine, yet simple to make. Click here to print the recipe for Better Than Sex Cake. ( Feel free to change the name to suit your crowd.)


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