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| Meet the Wine Maker Event: Frank Schonleber of the Emrich-Schonleber Estate-Nahe, Germany. |
| When: | Dec 03, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $45.00 Per Person | | Phone: | 408-248-9091 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Village Bistro and Wine Bar, 95128 |
| | Frank Schonleber, the wine maker of the Emrich-Schonleber Estate will be here from Germany to talk about his wines and the much heralded 2007 vintage. This is a rare opportunity to sample 5 different famous 2007 vintage Rieslings with the wine maker. Village Bistro Executive Chef David Starr and Sommelier Brian Nicholas h...
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| Sarah's Vineyard Wine Tasting at UNWINED |
| When: | Dec 03, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $20 ($15 for wine club members) | | Phone: | 408-323-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | UNWINED Wine Bar & Shop, 95120 |
| | This fine vineyard located in southeastern Santa Clara Valley produces award-winning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. We tasted their latest reserve estate vintages and we were amazed by the great quality of these wines. Join with the winemaker to sample these fine wines and learn more about this local winery!
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| Champagne Tasting |
| When: | Dec 03, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM | | Cost: | TBD | | Phone: | 408-354-8006 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cin-Cin Wine Bar & Restaurant, 95030 |
| | FIRST TWO SATURDAYS OF EVERY MONTH
Wine Tastings@Cin-Cin Wine Bar
Join Cin-Cin's Owner/Wine Director, Lisa, as she pours some intriguing wines for you to enjoy. Guest pourers may pop in from time to time as noted. Saturday tastings are from 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m Ticket prices TBA unless listed.
December 6: Special Champagne T...
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| Domenico Ladies Night Holiday Shopping Extravaganza |
| When: | Dec 04, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | Free admission; cash wine and beer bar | | Phone: | 650-593-2335 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Domenico Wines, 94070 |
| | Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of holiday shopping, sipping award-winning wines, listening to music by a DJ and watching a fashion show by Clair de Lune. Complimentary appetizers. RSVP....
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| Holiday Open House at Pietra Santa |
| When: | Dec 06, 2008 (Sat) to
Dec 07, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | Free! | | Phone: | 831.636.1991 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pietra Santa Winery, 95023 |
| | Savor award winning wines paired with delicious hors d’oeuvres. Enjoy unique boutique shopping, for that wine lover on your list!
Newly released Olive oils!
Specialty Food Items
Holiday Pottery
Personalized Gift Sets filled with wine & olive oil
Gift-givers Paradise!
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| Winter Wine Series at Ridge Vineyards |
| When: | Dec 06, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE for members, $10 for non-members (includes glass) | | Phone: | 408.867.3233 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Ridge Vineyards - Monte Bello, 95014 |
| | Join us the first three Saturdays in December (6th, 13th, and the 20th) for our Winter Wine Series. Make your way through the hectic holidays by sampling some of our favorite holiday wines from our holiday gift packs. A spectrum of possibilities: for giving or keeping, cellaring or drinking now.
Free to member + 1 guest $...
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| Eco-Tour |
| When: | Dec 06, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | | Cost: | free | | Phone: | 408.867.7116 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards, 95070 |
| | Join our Docent Ramblin' Bill on a fun, casual and up-close hike through Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards and the adjoining Mid-Peninsula Open Space. This is a great opportunity to see spectacular scenery while learning about sustainable winegrowing practices. Bill’s tours wind through the estate’s distinct eco-systems, each...
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| Holiday Open House |
| When: | Dec 06, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | free | | Phone: | 408.867.7116 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards, 95070 |
| | Come by for Christmas Cheer and try our newest release! Cooper-Garrod wines, gift certificates, Cathedral Club memberships, all make great holiday gifts.
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| First Saturday Tour and Tasting |
| When: | Dec 06, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | | Cost: | free | | Phone: | 408.867.7116 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards, 95070 |
| | First Saturday of the month, 11 am, we offer an in-depth, winemaker-guided tour of our vineyards and winery followed by a complimentary Proprietor's Flight tasting of our wines. No charge, but reservations are required. ...
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| Miura Pinot Noir Vertical Wine Tasting at UNWINED |
| When: | Dec 07, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $75 ($70 for wine club members) | | Phone: | 408-323-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | UNWINED Wine Bar & Shop, 95120 |
| | Three vintages each (04, 05 and 06) of the Garys' Vineyard and Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noirs. These are top-rated (90+ points from Robert Parker ), block-buster Santa Lucia Highland wines from the some the best Pinot Noir vineyards in the world. The cost for this event is $75 per person + tax for the 6 wines and light appe...
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| Domenico Wines Jazz Jam with Candice & Co. |
| When: | Dec 07, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $5 per person; wines sold by the glass | | Phone: | 650-593-2335 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Domenico Wines, 94070 |
| | If you are looking for live, swinging jazz, you've found it in Candice. Bring your own picnic basket. Cash wine and beer bar. Doors open at 3pm....
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| Kathryn Kennedy Winery Wine Tasting at UNWINED |
| When: | Dec 10, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $30 ($25 for wine club members) | | Phone: | 408-323-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | UNWINED Wine Bar & Shop, 95120 |
| | Kathryn Kennedy has long been a favorite for UNWINED customers and we are proud to have their Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Small Lot Cab, Lateral and other wines for your tasting pleasure this evening. The Estate Cab is made from 100% Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon and is the flagship of this great winery. The Small ...
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| Clos LaChance Annual Holiday Dinner |
| When: | Dec 12, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $95/person | | Phone: | 4086861050 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Clos LaChance Winery, 95046 |
| | At the Winery: Clos LaChance Annual Holiday Dinner
Friday, December 12, 2008, Time: 7pm
Dinner catered by: Le Papillion Menu: TBD
Wine will be available to purchase by the glass, bottle, or flight paired with dinner.
$95 per person, Reservations are required and space is limited. Purchase tickets at www.clos.com. Detai...
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| Black Ridge Tasting at Vino Locale this Friday |
| When: | Dec 12, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $5 | | Phone: | 650-328-0450 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vino Locale, 94301 |
| | Please come to VINO LOCALE this Friday and taste 90+ rated wines from Black Ridge Vineyards (BRV), the newest Santa Cruz Mountains winery, including the new BRV 07 Viognier, the BRV 06 Pinot Noir (91 from Wine Enthusiast and almost sold out), the new BRV 06 San Andreas Red Bordeaux Blend (92 from Wine Spectator) plus the BR...
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| Mann Cellars at Vino 100 |
| When: | Dec 12, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $20 ($15 for Wine Club Members) | | Phone: | (650) 559-8466 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vino 100, 94022 |
| | Mann Cellars Winemaker Night at the VINO 100 Los Altos. Come meet Mike Mann and taste his incredible Reds from Santa Clara Valley, including his famous Mann Merlot (that even Niles would love!), Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec (yes, domestic Malbec) and his newly released Merlot/Malbec PORT. He will also be pouring his o...
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| SOLD-OUT!! J. Lohr Holiday Feast - Wine Paired Dinner catered by Chef David Page |
| When: | Dec 13, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $100.00 (inclusive of tax and gratuity) | | Phone: | (408) 288-5057 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | J. Lohr San Jose Wine Center, 95126 |
| | Savory Foie Gras Crème Brûlée
With Orange Cranberry Garnish
2007 J. Lohr Estates Bay Mist White Riesling
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Dungeness Crab and Celery Root Salad
with Mâche, Lemon Truffle Vinaigrette
2007 J. Lohr Carol’s Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
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Sweet Potato Gnocchi
with Wild Mushrooms and Prosciutto, Brown Butter
2006 J. Lohr Fog’s Reach...
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| Winter Wine Series at Ridge Vineyards |
| When: | Dec 13, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE for members, $10 for non-members (includes glass) | | Phone: | 408.867.3233 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Ridge Vineyards - Monte Bello, 95014 |
| | Join us the first three Saturdays in December (6th, 13th, and the 20th) for our Winter Wine Series. Make your way through the hectic holidays by sampling some of our favorite holiday wines from our holiday gift packs. A spectrum of possibilities: for giving or keeping, cellaring or drinking now.
Free to member + 1 guest $...
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| Randall Graham Tasting |
| When: | Dec 13, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM | | Cost: | TBD | | Phone: | 408-354-8006 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cin-Cin Wine Bar & Restaurant, 95030 |
| | FIRST TWO SATURDAYS OF EVERY MONTH
Wine Tastings@Cin-Cin Wine Bar
Join Cin-Cin's Owner/Wine Director, Lisa, as she pours some intriguing wines for you to enjoy. Guest pourers may pop in from time to time as noted. Saturday tastings are from 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m Ticket prices TBA unless listed.
December 13: Randall Graham, ow...
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| Portuguese Wine Tasting |
| When: | Dec 13, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $10.00 | | Phone: | 408-947-8511 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Trade Rite Market, 95116 |
| | Please come join us in tasting some of the excellent wines from Portugal. HGC Imports will be at Trade Rite Markets for an on site tasting. Food will be served. Also a special guest will be on site from Leblon.
www.liveloveleblon.com
Please call or email and reserve your spot. Space is limited!...
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 Flavors of the Season: Holiday Wine Pairing |
| When: | Dec 14, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | $45 plus tax | | Phone: | 408-741-9000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sent Sovi in Saratoga, 95070 |
| | We're partnering with our friends from Uncorked, the fabulous wine shop in Saratoga Village specializing in approachable wine. We'll be preparing a number of dishes to represent holiday favorites from turkey to prime rib and pairing them with a selection of wines that explore the interplay between food and wine. Space is li...
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| The new Plumed Horse Champagne Lounge Sparkling Wine Flights |
| When: | Dec 16, 2008 (Tue) to
Dec 20, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $19 | | Phone: | (408) 867-4711 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | the new Plumed Horse, 95070 |
| | Celebrate the holidays with yor friends over a flight of Sparkling wines.
-2000 Thomas Fogarty, Santa Cruz Mountains;
-2004 Solter Sekt, Spatburgunder, Brut Rose, Rheingau Germany;
-NV Segura Viudas, Brut Riserva Penedes Spain;
-NV Heidseick & Co. Monopole "Blue Top";
Enjoy the fireplace and the three story wine cellar...
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| Champagne, Dessert Wines and Chocolate Tasting at UNWINED |
| When: | Dec 17, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 AM | | Cost: | $25 ($20 for wine club members) | | Phone: | 408-323-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | UNWINED Wine Bar & Shop, 95120 |
| | What a wonderful way to spend an evening during the Christmas season than to spend an evening tasting Champagne, rich Dessert wines and chocolate. We will be firing up the old chocolate fountain for dipping all sorts of goodies and pairing them with the best bubbly, ports and other delectable wines.
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| Winter Wine Series at Ridge Vineyards |
| When: | Dec 20, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE for members, $10 for non-members (includes glass) | | Phone: | 408.867.3233 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Ridge Vineyards - Monte Bello, 95014 |
| | Join us the first three Saturdays in December (6th, 13th, and the 20th) for our Winter Wine Series. Make your way through the hectic holidays by sampling some of our favorite holiday wines from our holiday gift packs. A spectrum of possibilities: for giving or keeping, cellaring or drinking now.
Free to member + 1 guest $...
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| Morton's The Steakhouse celebrates 30th Anniversary and offers Free Prime Sirloin Mini Bar Burgers!!! |
| When: | Dec 21, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 408-947-7000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Morton's The Steakhouse, San Jose, 95113 |
| | Morton's The Steakhouse is celebrating 30 years of offering the best steak anywhere and want all of San Jose and Silicon Valley to come out and celebrate with them. On Sunday, December 21st from 5-6 p.m. the restaurant located at 177 Park Avenue in Downtown San Jose will be serving free mini prime sirloin burgers at the ba...
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| Domenico Jazz with Candice & Co. |
| When: | Dec 21, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $5 per person; wines sold by the glass | | Phone: | 650-593-2335 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Domenico Wines, 94070 |
| | If you are looking for live, swinging jazz, you've found it in Candice & Co. Jam alongside Candice or just enjoy listening to the music while sipping award-winning wines at Domenico Wines, winner of more than 170 wine medals. Cash wine and beer bar. Bring your own picnic basket. Doors open at 3pm...
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| The new Plumed Horse Christmas Eve Dinner |
| When: | Dec 24, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $75 | | Phone: | (408) 867-4711 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | the new Plumed Horse, 95070 |
| | Whether it's an intimate night for two, or all of the kids & grandkids, we have the perfect table available.
Chef Peter Armellino has crafted a 4-course Christmas Eve menu with items such as Prime Filet Mignon with lobster hollandaise, Roast Peking Duck breast with pomegranate glaze or Bacon wrapped Swordfish with French g...
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| The new Plumed Horse Champagne Lounge Sparkling Wine Flights |
| When: | Dec 26, 2008 (Fri) to
Dec 31, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | | Cost: | $19 | | Phone: | (408) 867-4711 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | the new Plumed Horse, 95070 |
| | Celebrate the holidays with yor friends over a flight of Sparkling wines.
-2000 Thomas Fogarty, Santa Cruz Mountains;
-2004 Solter Sekt, Spatburgunder, Brut Rose, Rheingau Germany;
-NV Segura Viudas, Brut Riserva Penedes Spain;
-NV Heidseick & Co. Monopole "Blue Top";
Enjoy the fireplace and the three story wine cellar...
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| 3rd Annual Black & White New Years Eve Bash! |
| When: | Dec 31, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 8:00 PM - 12:30 AM | | Cost: | $65 non-members, $60 members | | Phone: | 408-779-7389 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Morgan Hill Cellars/Pedrizzetti Winery, 95037 |
| | Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 from 8pm-12:30am
Morgan Hill Cellars/Pedrizzetti Winery presents our
3rd Annual "Black & White New Years Eve Bash!"
• Wine Tasting
• Savory & Sweet Hors douvres
• Champagne Toast w/countdown, balloon drop & favors
• Live Music by Spank
Attire: All Black, All White, or Black & White
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| New Year's Eve at Hotel Valencia |
| When: | Dec 31, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM | | Cost: | $100 | | Phone: | 866.842.0100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Citrus Restaurant, 95128 |
| | NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION, VALENCIA STYLE
Choose from two packages that include a Valencia-style party, featuring a New Year’s Eve band in the Valencia, DJ in the Vbar, midnight champagne toast, late night dessert buffet and party favors!
Overnight party package-
Includes a stylish guest room for two, entry to parties at V...
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| New Year's Eve at Hotel Valencia Santana Row |
| When: | Dec 31, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 2:00 AM | | Cost: | 100 | | Phone: | 408.423.5405 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Hotel Valencia Santana Row, 95128 |
| | NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION, VALENCIA STYLE
Choose from two packages that include a Valencia-style party, featuring a New Year’s Eve band in the Valencia, DJ in the Vbar, midnight champagne toast, late-night dessert buffet and party favors!
Citrus Dinner & Dance Package-
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a five-course dinner at ...
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| Celebrate NYE 2009 at The Grapevine in Willow Glen! |
| When: | Dec 31, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 9:00 PM - 12:30 AM | | Cost: | $100 per person | | Phone: | (408) 293-7574 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Grapevine Wine Bar & Noshery, 95125 |
| | Join usfor a lavish & exclusive New Year's Eve 2009 PartyatThe Grapevinewine bar & nosheryindowntown Willow Glen
What could be better than being able to walk to your favorite little downtown and spending a gala evening sipping fabulous wines, nibbling delicious noshies and just being festive with your neighbors?
Wine Menu t...
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| New Year Eve at Sent Sovi |
| When: | Dec 31, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 12:30 AM | | Cost: | $100 plus tax | | Phone: | 408-867-3110 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sent Sovi in Saratoga, 95070 |
| | Have a Ball When the Ball Drops on New Year’s Eve
Join us for a rocking good time on New Year's Eve,
and enjoy a delectable Six Course Menu. Last year was such a success that the party kept going until early the next day. We hope you'll join us this year for what promises to be an equally fun evening.
Six Course Dinner $100...
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| The new Plumed Horse New Years Eve Spectacular Dinner |
| When: | Dec 31, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | varies | | Phone: | (408) 867-4711 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | the new Plumed Horse, 95070 |
| | Chef Peter Armellino has gone all out in planning the menu for New Years Eve. We will be serving a 5-course tasting menu (plus surprises) with all of the Chefs favorite luxury ingredients such as Lobster, Truffles, Caviar, Kobe beef ... and more. Wine pairing is available and of course the entire 24,000 bottle wine cellar ...
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