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"My hope is that through these shared experiences I can open some doors for you and help you feel more comfortable about “stepping outside your bounds” and finding things that you like that will expand and make more enjoyable your drinking and dining experiences not only while out on the town but at home as well." |
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Here we are in the much anticipated Holiday season; certainly my favorite time of the year. Sharing great food and wine with family and friends and everyone being together is what the season is all about.
Finally the cooler weather has set in and that to me means drinking more great red wines. Over this year I have had the chance to taste some fantastic wines that are readily available, affordable and are sure to please even the most sophisticated palate without “ breaking the bank.” Though there are too many to mention, I would like to share a few of what I feel are some of the stand out wines that I have enjoyed in 2011. Whether you are looking for wines for your holiday gatherings or a great gift for the wine lover on your list I believe you and yours will enjoy these as much as I have. check out the rest... |
November 8 | Maximillian Riedel Wine Glass Seminar | Nassau Bay
We at www.wiredin.cc are excited to bring Maximillian Riedel to the Bay area on Nov 8th. Maximillian will take us through a seminar featuring Riedel’s new line of wine glasses, the big, bold and beautiful Vinum XL series. Paired with this wonderful stemware, we will showcase domestic wines from both California and Washington.This experience will be nothing less than fantastic for both novices and wine experts alike. Find out more... |
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Tuesday Nov 8th 2011 | RIEDEL WINE GLASS SEMINAR | Nassau Bay
Whether you are a Sommelier, a true oenophile, or new to the world of wine you will want to experience the profound effect Riedel glassware has on the wines you enjoy. We are proud to bring to you the Riedel Wine Glass Seminar, presented by Riedel, Specs Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods, Hilton Houston Nasa Clear Lake, and www.wiredin.cc Check out the details... |
Summer Time Wine and Sangria Suggestions
Well here we are again, summer time (or simmer time) in Texas... I am not sure about you but with temperatures hitting the near 100 degree mark, I have a hard time sitting around drinking big red wines…
I want to share with you some of the great “lighter” style wines I have tried, as well as some suggestions for making some homemade sangria to help you through the “dog days of summer”. the rest of the story... |
Rolfe Interviews Winemaker John Bookwalter | Clear Lake Shores 
Guests attending the wine pairing dinner at Opus Bistro were treated to a wonderful evening of entertaining education by renowned owner/winemaker, John Bookwalter of the Bookwalter Winery. John joined the Bookwalter family winery in 1997 after a 10 ten year career in sales management and marketing with such companies as Gallo, Beverage Group and the Coors Brewing company. Currently, John serves as Vice President of the Washington Wine Institute. Listen in as John Bookwalter tells us about his wines... |
Winemaker John Bookwalter Featured at Opus| Clear Lake Shores 
Guests attending the wine pairing dinner at Opus Bistro were treated to a wonderful evening of entertaining education by renowned owner/winemaker, John Bookwalter of the Bookwalter Winery. John joined the Bookwalter family winery in 1997 after a 10 ten year career in sales management and marketing with such companies as Gallo, Beverage Group and the Coors Brewing company. Currently, John serves as Vice President of the Washington Wine Institute. check it out... |
Year Round - Wonderful Wines from New Zealand | Bay Area and Beyond
In a recent visit to Texas I had an opportunity to speak with world renowned winemaker Nick Goldschmidt about the wines from New Zealand he makes. Nick is a native New Zealander and has an extensive background producing wine from there as well as every other continent that grows wine grapes. Boulderbank is one of the project’s he is doing in New Zealand. The two wines under the Boulderbank label are Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. see the interview with Nick Goldschmit |
March 3, 2011 - Spring and Summer Sippers | Bay Area and Beyond
Living on the Texas Gulf Coast can be challenging in the hot summer months but the mild winters here make it all worthwhile. However, if you are like me you are ready for the warmer weather and more outdoor activity.
With the change in seasons comes a change in the wines I enjoy. I still drink reds but more often than not I am outdoors with friends enjoying some crisp cool white wines. Listed below are some of the wines I have tried recently and think are worth the trip to your local retailer to stock up, in the fridge, in preparation for those warmer spring and summer evenings. Rolfe has more... |
February 15 – Wiredin To Wine & Food at Opus Bistro | Clear Lake Shores
 New Zealand native Nick Goldschmidt educated and entertained the capacity crowd at Opus Bistro. We were very fortunate to have Nick come by and spend some time with nearly 60 attendees for a recent dinner at Opus Bistro in Clear Lake Shores. Nick shared some of his learnings, from a couple of decades of winemaking, on every wine producing continent on earth. The attendees were able to taste his critically acclaimed wines paired with a wonderful array of food prepared by Opus Chef Chris Simon. Listen in with Rolfe Schaumberger... |
Year Round Great Value Wines from Chile – Bay Area
by Rolfe Schaumburger
I recently had the pleasure of visiting with Vicente Marin, director of North American sales for The Santa Carolina Winery. Santa Carolina is the second largest producer of wines from South America with vineyards and wineries in both Chile and Argentina. The company is family owned and has been in existence for over 125 years producing about 2.2 million cases of wine annually. Listen in with Rolfe... |
Year Round - Wines From Argentina Continue To Grow In Popularity – Bay Area and Beyond
I was able to sit down with Gaston Williams, Director of imports for the Finca el Origen Winery. Gaston handles imports for the United States along with 32 other countries for this wonderful winery in Argentina which is experiencing phenomenal growth and popularity here in the U.S.
Over the past few years the growth of Argentine Malbec and Torrontes has exploded making Argentina a real player in the US wine business. Gaston feels there are two key factors to this success. Listen in with Rolfe...
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Holiday Cocktails with Bobby “G” Gleason |League City
I recently had the privilege of sitting down with Beam Global Spirits Master Mixologist, “Bobby G” Gleason. A legend in the spirits world, Bobby G’s career started as a bar-back in Florida. Eventually moving to Las Vegas, Bobby opened up the bars for famous casinos like the Bellagio, the Mirage and Treasure Island and while at the Rio he continued to pursue his career as a “beverage specialist.” Currently, Bobby travels the world training consumers and bartenders on Beam’s extensive portfolio of spirits.Listen in as Rolfe, of Wiredin to Wine & Spirits, talks with Bobby G, the Master Mixologist. |
Dec 9 Dinner at Opus Featuring Villa Banfi Wines – Clear Lake Shores...this was a fun event
Five wonderful Italian wines from Castello Banfi were paired with a specifically selected menu prepared by Chef Chris Simon at Opus Bistro; all part of the first in a series of Wiredin.cc Wine Dinners. Tim Ryan, the Italian wine expert from Villa Banfi educated guests on the history behind the Villa Banfi winery and on the wines selected for the tasting while Ricardo from Opus Bistro discussed each course paired with the wines. check out the rest... |
Holiday Gifts For The Wine Lover On Your List
It is hard to believe but the holidays are upon us. If you are like me, you sometimes struggle with that special gift of the grapes, for the wine lover in your life. Not just any wine but that special bottle that the person on your list may not have experienced; something new to savor and enjoy. Tasting new wines is an incredible journey and a never ending learning experience. find out about these wines... |
Beam Global Holiday Gift Sets
In a recent visit with Steve Stanley, marketing manager for Beam Global we got a chance to look at some of the gift sets available for the 2010 Holiday season.
Beam Global not only represents the #1 selling bourbon in the world in Jim Beam but Sauza Tequila is in their
stable, representing the #2 selling Tequila in the world. In fact Beam Global represents 8 of the Top 100 spirits items in several categories sold globally, making it obvious that you can count on a quality product when it comes to Beam Brands. check out the gift sets... |
Wine Around The Bay… and beyond
with Rolfe Schaumburger
Thanksgiving Wines
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I wanted to talk a bit about wines that work with a broad range of
food. Keep in mind the whole idea of food and wine is that they have a symbiotic relationship that enhances both, having one not overshadow the other.
Since your typical Thanksgiving meal is not served in courses it seems to work better (though you may like a bold tannic cabernet) to pick wines that are more versatile and appealing to a broader palate.
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Rolfe Schaumburger
Hello, my name is Rolfe Schaumburger. I’m your host for an exciting new feature on Wiredin.cc. “Wine Around The Bay” is an opportunity to share my experiences with beer, wine, spirits and food from the bay area and
beyond.
I have been involved in the food and beverage industry for the past 23 years. I have worked at one of the
largest alcoholic beverage distributors in the country, owned and operated a restaurant and am currently involved in winery and distributor management. find out more about Rolfe... |
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