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| “Halloween and Election Fright Fest!” at Barrel Oak Winery |
| When: | Nov 01, 2008 (Sat) to
Nov 02, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 540.364.6402 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Barrel Oak Winery, 20144 |
| | HALLOWEEN WEEKEND: Friday thru Sunday, October 31st thru November 2nd, 11am till the ghouls go home!
Friday movie fright nite (not for the faint of heart) and Haunted Forest Hike Saturday and Sunday nites. Adult costume prizes, candy, and frightfully fun activities for kids and grownups alike!
Free with additional Special T...
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| Complimentary Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table |
| When: | Nov 01, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | Join us as Peter Gaylor of William Harrison Imports pours some French and Argentinean selections from his portfolio....
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 Cooking Class: Cooking for One |
| When: | Nov 02, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | $75.00 | | Phone: | 202-686-5990 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | New venue in Arlington, Virginia |
| | We all know it can be more enjoyable to cook with and for other people. But sometimes it can be just as much fun to have a party for one, and treat yourself to a well-prepared, delicious meal.
Today's class is about pleasing no one but yourself. We'll learn how to make meals in 30 minutes or less, use leftovers in creativ...
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| TasteDC Mastering Spirits: Bourbon 101 |
| When: | Nov 05, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 202-244-3700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Embassy Row Hilton, 20036 |
| | Master the Spirits of the World: Bourbon!
TasteDC is designing a series of classes to help you master the Spirits of the world. Each classwill have a professional outstanding in his/her field of Spirits expertise so that you taste andlearn and order for purchase (at your option) some of the rarest and finest examples of the...
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| TasteDC Introduction to the Wines of France: Bordeaux |
| When: | Nov 06, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 202-244-3700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Embassy Row Hilton, 20036 |
| | Click Here for TasteDC Information and to Purchase Tickets
LEARN ABOUT THE GREAT WINES OF BORDEAUX!
Join TasteDC for an Introduction to French Wine focusing on the wines of Bordeaux!Bordeaux is the benchmark for majestic, quality wines throughout the world! From the powerful redsof the Medoc to the delicious dessert wines ...
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| Sherry Class and Tasting |
| When: | Nov 06, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $59 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whitemore House, 20036 |
| | This special class and tasting will provide you with an extensive background on Sherry (or Xeres or Jeres), the famed fortified wine from south Spain. Discover how these wines can be made from dry to sweet through added alcohol and slow oxygenation thanks to the Solera system. We will also discuss the two main families of S...
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| French Wine and Cheese in French |
| When: | Nov 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $45, $60 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Alliance Française, 20008 |
| | Looking to practice your French? Interested in wine and cheese pairings? GiraMondo Wine Adventures and the Alliance Française team up to present a night with two sessions highlighting French wines and cheeses. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy an evening of great wines and great food. The classes, completely taught i...
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| Argentinian Wine Dinner |
| When: | Nov 07, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $130 (inclusive of tax & gratuity) | | Phone: | 703 418 1444 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Morton's The Steakhouse, Arlington, 22202 |
| | Salud!
Join Morton's as we savor the grape.
Enjoy four courses of Morton's signature cuisine paired with fine Argentinian wines.
Menu for the Evening
Reception
Petite Lamb Chops & Tenderloin on Crostini paired with Luigi Bosca Merlot Reserva
First Course
Spinach Salad with Grilled Shrimp, Goat Cheese and Olive Oil paired ...
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| “Let's Fete the Vets |
| When: | Nov 08, 2008 (Sat) to
Nov 10, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 540.364.6402 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Barrel Oak Winery, 20144 |
| | Special discounts on wine, gifts, and snacks for the members and veterans of our armed forces and their families. More food than you can shake an MRE at!
Free with additional Special Tasting and Tours Fees (waived for military and their families)....
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| Complimentary Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table |
| When: | Nov 08, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | David Bortolin of Cobblestone Cellars will be in the house pouring some unique selections from his portfolio including a kicker Zinfandel for The Day of the Big Bird!...
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| Nov. 9 – Veterans Day Sale at Veramar Vineyard. |
| When: | Nov 09, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | tasting fee | | Phone: | 540-955-5510 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Veramar Vineyard, 22611 |
| | Nov. 9 – Veterans Day Sale at Veramar Vineyard. All veterans receive a 10% discount on bottles of wine purchased. All Veterans-Thank you for your service and God Bless America! Taste our award-winning wines. 11–5pm
Info: 540-955-5510
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| TasteDC Introduction to the Wines of Italy: Wines of Tuscany and Central Italy |
| When: | Nov 12, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 202-244-3700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Embassy Row Hilton, 20036 |
| | Click Here for TasteDC Information and to Purchase Tickets
Tuscany and Central Italy Wine Class:from the Brunello of Tuscany to the Vin Santo of Umbria!
Join TasteDC for an introduction wine class on the great wines of central Italy! The main focus of this class will be the phenomenal wines of Tuscany - think Chianti, Brun...
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| Port and Madeira Class and Tasting |
| When: | Nov 12, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $59 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whitemore House, 20036 |
| | This special class and tasting will provide you with an extensive background on Port and Madeira, the famed fortified wines from Portugal. Learn the differences between white, ruby, tawny and vintage ports. Discover the styles of Madeira such as Sercial, Verdelho, Bual and Malmsey.
We will taste 4 ports and 2 Madeira along ...
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| TasteDC Wine Basics 101 - with TasteDC's President and Author Charlie Adler |
| When: | Nov 13, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $59 | | Phone: | 202-244-3700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Whittemore House, home of the Woman's Nat. Democratic Club, 20036 |
| | WITH AUTHOR, CHARLIE ADLER -"I DRINK ON THE JOB" (NOVEMBER, 2008 RELEASE)
OVER 15,000 PEOPLE HAVE ATTENDEDD.C.'S #1 WINE CLASS!
Learn Everything You Need to Know About Wine -In Just Under 2 Hours!
Join, Charlie Adler, President of TasteDC, wine professional and author of hissoon to be released wine book "I Drink on the Jo...
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| TasteDC Whisky Making 101: A Day at Wasmunds/Copper Fox Distillery |
| When: | Nov 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | | Cost: | $78 | | Phone: | 202-244-3700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wasmunds/Copper Fox Distillery, 22740 |
| | Virginia Barley, Yeast, Water and Fire-The Secrets to Wasmunds Single Malt Whisky!Located in the Scenic Shenandoah
Join TasteDC as we meet you out at Virginia's (and the Mid Atlantic's) only Single Malt Distillery- Copper Fox Distillery, home to Virginia's finest Single Malt Whisky, Wasmunds! We'll spend ourday at the di...
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| Complimentary Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | Nov 15, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | Gray Mosby of Nice Legs will be here pouring some Nice Wines alongside his mother who owns Puriri Hills Winery in New Zealand and she'll be pouring some of her fantastic Pinot Noirs...all perfect choices for The Day of the Big Bird!...
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| Wine Class for Beginners (part 1): the Ultimate Sensory Experience |
| When: | Nov 18, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $54 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whitemore House, 20036 |
| | This wine class is geared at people who would like to discover and understand the world of wine. GiraMondo has developed a proprietary methodology that helps anyone train his/her nose. We will go through a number of fun and educational activities to train your nose before tasting six wines.
This class will cover the followi...
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| TasteDC Mastering Spirits: Single Malt 101 |
| When: | Nov 19, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $75 | | Phone: | 202-244-3700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Whittemore House, home of the Woman's Nat. Democratic Club, 20036 |
| | Master the Spirits of the World: Single Malt Whisky!
20 Rare and Unique Single Malts to Taste in this Whisky Class!
TasteDC is designing a series of classes to help you master the Spirits of the world. Each classwill have a professional outstanding in his/her field of Spirits expertise so that you taste andlearn and order f...
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| Entrepreneurs’ Wine Tasting Network: Email Marketing |
| When: | Nov 19, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $49 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Red White and Bleu |
| | Network with a group of entrepreneurial wine enthusiasts at this monthly get together providing both non-nonsense information about key areas of growing companies and a stylish wine tasting reception.
Laurent Guinand, president of GiraMondo Wine Adventures will discuss his experience growing a targeted database of wine afic...
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| TasteDC Introduction to the Wines of France: Rhone |
| When: | Nov 20, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $65 | | Phone: | 202-244-3700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Embassy Row Hilton, 20036 |
| | Click Here for TasteDC Information and to Purchase Tickets
LEARN ABOUT THE GREAT WINES OF THE RHONE!
Join TasteDC for an Introduction to French Wine focusing on the wines of the Rhone!The Rhone is probably the most diverse wine region in France. The region produces prodigiousSyrah in the North, Grenache in the South and a ...
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| 7th Annual Turkey Day Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | Nov 20, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | Join Jason Bise of The Country Vintner for our 7th Annual Turkey Day Wine Tasting! We'll have terrific matches for Thanksgiving Dinner at all price points on the table to try....
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| Beaujolais Not-so-Nouveau Festival |
| When: | Nov 20, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $59 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Embassy Suites, 20037 |
| | Please join us for our special Beaujolais-Not-so-Nouveau Festival. You will get the opportunity to taste all 12 crus of Beaujolais and discover that there is much more to Beaujolais than the nouveau.
Crus available during the festival include: Beaujolais, Beaujolais Village, Morgon, Chirouble, Saint Amour, Fleury, Regnie, ...
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| Bordelet Sparkling Cider & Italian Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | Nov 21, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | If you've never tried Eric Bordelet's sparkling ciders, come on in and treat yourself! The sparkling pear cider is INCREDIBLE!! Amy Evans from Dionysos Imports will be here tasting out the ciders and Bill McKenney of Michael Downey Selections will be pouring some great Italian selections perfect for Thanksgiving Dinner....
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| Complimentary Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | Nov 22, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | Brian Forsgren of Potomac Selections will be here tasting out some of the spectacular Alsatian and Rhone wines in his portfolio. Perfect picks for Thanksgiving Dinner!...
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| Turkey Day Wine Tasting at The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table in Herndon |
| When: | Nov 25, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 703-471-9649 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Wine Seller & Vineyard Table, 20170 |
| | Come by and try some wines perfect for the Day of the Big Bird! Malcolm Riddle of International Cellars will be at tasting table pouring some tasty selections....
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| Wine Class for Beginners (part 2): Building a Wine Expertise |
| When: | Nov 25, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $54 | | Phone: | 301.841.7609 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Whitemore House, 20036 |
| | This wine class is the follow up from part 1. We will focus on key information about the world of wine:
Main wine regions and their differences,
Main grapes and blends,
Principles of food and wine pairing,
Differences between new world and old world wines,
Wine etiquette and the meaning of wine pricing.
After this pre...
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| “Black Friday Recovery Ward Weekend” |
| When: | Nov 28, 2008 (Fri) to
Nov 30, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 540.364.6402 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Barrel Oak Winery, 20144 |
| | Take a sanity break from the shopping, the malls, and the madness. We've got the best in handmade and thoughtful gifts. Special sales pricing on all of our lovely selected art and gifts.
Free with additional Special Tasting and Tours Fees....
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