Willamette Valley Wines Available for Tasting Wednesday through Sunday June 13, 2019 – Carlton, Ore. – The newly-revitalized Abbey Road Farm has completed its next phase of upgrades. What was once the farm’s horse arena is now home to a rustically chic 860-square foot tasting room, now open Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00…
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Carl Giavanti Consulting Spring 2019 Newsletter
WEBSITE ABOUT SERVICES CLIENTS BLOG 10 Years of Winery Consulting I was asked recently how I got started in the wine business. My experience is not unlike many small producers who transitioned from other business lives, learned on the job, but had the determination necessary to be successful. I was fortunate, and appreciate working with…
Saké Fest PDX is right around the corner now
Nowhere else can saké lovers try so many different bottles and unique food pairings in one evening PORTLAND, Ore. – June 11, 2019 – Portland is rumored to have the highest saké consumption of any city outside Japan so it makes sense that Saké Fest PDX returns each summer. This year’s event, taking place in…
No June gloom here, Just some cool new stops to dot the global wine map and the West Coast Chenin force awakens!
A short time to go in a winery not too far away…. Since 2014, we’ve dedicated one fine summer day to celebrate one of our longtime favorite white wine grapes, Chenin Blanc. This year #drinkchenin day is on Saturday, June 15th, and we decided it was high time to showcase some of the best Chenin…
Don’t miss next month’s Saké Fest PDX
Saké Fest PDX attendees are in for a real treat PORTLAND, Ore. – May 29, 2019 – More saké will flow than ever before at Saké Fest PDX, taking place on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at the Oregon Convention Center. With over 180 different samples of saké at this year’s event, the food pairings, offered…
New: “Last Tuesday” Soter Tasting
“LAST TUESDAY” WINE TASTINGS CONTINUES WITH SOTER, NEXT TUESDAY! We’re bringing the best of our local wineries to you! “DROP IN” DURING HAPPY HOUR On the last Tuesday of every month! WINE FLIGHTS ~ HAPPY HOUR BITES ~ MEET & GREET You are welcome to “geek out” with the winemakers or just grab the next…
Meet us in Mosier – Memorial Day Weekend Grand Opening
Come visit our new tasting room! Opening Saturday, May 25th in downtown Mosier, Oregon. Dear Friends of Viola, We are excited to officially announce that we have secured a new tasting room location for Summer 2019. We will be taking over Rack & Cloth Cidery’s location in downtown Mosier and will be pouring our wines…
Crush on Oregon June 2, 2019
The Oregon Winegrowers Association presents: Crush on Oregon June 2, 2019 At Castaway Portland | Portland, Oregon The Oregon Winegrowers Association is thrilled to announce our first public tasting event! Join us on June 2, 2019 at Castaway Portland for a day of wine tasting, local eats, and entertainment. You’ll have a chance to taste…
Chehalem Mountains AVA to Host 1st Annual “Magic in the Mountains” Wine Tasting Event
Chehalem Mountains AVA to Host 1st Annual “Magic in the Mountains” Wine Tasting Event Featuring 25 Highly-Acclaimed Wineries and Bites from 4 Restaurants! NEWBERG, OR – As a way to showcase the quality and diversity of the Chehalem Mountains AVA (American Viticultural Area), the Chehalem Mountains Winery Association, in partnership with the Allison Inn &…
University Club of Portland Food & Beverage Director Becomes Certified Sommelier
University Club of Portland Food & Beverage Director Josh Wilcox has successfully completed the Court of Sommeliers Level 2 Sommelier Certification. The 3-part test focused on theory, tasting, and service. By passing this test, Josh Wilcox is now a Certified Sommelier. The Club is very excited to say it has a sommelier in its midst….