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Which wines go best with pizza? With burgers? These are questions we've all asked ourselves at one time or another. Wine drinkers know that pizza can and should be enjoyed with wine. Pizza is frequently eaten in Italy and France, after all, where it is surely served with wine. Yet in this country, pizza and burgers are frequently served with beer. What's a wine drinker to do?
For the casual cooks out there, and even the gourmet chefs who like to feast on hamburgers and pizza from time to time, this is for you.
At our Ladies of the Vine Super Tasting, you'll learn how to pair our Wisconsin Wine (and any wine, really) with casual fare. You'll learn what tastes best with pizza and which wines to serve with birthday cake. In the process, you'll eat, you'll drink, and you'll be merry.
By the time you head out the door and over to a Super Bowl Party, you'll be armed with much knowledge and you'll be in a good mood. You may even feel like throwing a party yourself.
Hope to see you at our Algoma, Wisconsin Winery on Sunday, February 5, 2012, from noon to 3 p.m.
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Super Bowl Sunday doesn't only have to be about football. Really.
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This year, Super Bowl Sunday can be about a whole lot more, at least for any ladies who can be at our Algoma, Wisconsin Winery from noon to 3:00 p.m.
Ladies of the Vine "Super" Tasting
February 5, 2012
aka Super Bowl Sunday
Learn about that mysterious magical art--the art of pairing wine with food. In honor of the Super Bowl, the focus is on casual fare rather than gourmet.
Have you always wondered which wines taste best with pizza? With burgers? With bowls of chips and dip? These mysteries and others will be solved on Super Bowl Sunday at von Stiehl. We'll share some cardinal "dos" and "don'ts". We'll eat food. We'll sip several types of our Wisconsin wine. We won't have our eyes glued to a television.
After the magical pairing of wine and food, we'll turn the spotlight on Lou Lepore. Lou has been practicing and performing magic for more than 25 years. We expect audience participation, laughs, and magic, of course.
By the time our "Super" Tasting has finished, participants may not remember the other big event that takes place on February 5, 2012. Those who do remember should have ample time to make it to a Super Bowl party.
Not a member of Ladies of the Vine? Not a problem. To become a member, all you have to do is attend an event. Ladies of the Vine are entitled to many perks: 10% off gift merchandise at the winery, periodic special deals on our Wisconsin wine, and invitations to exclusive events.
Ladies of the Vine know how to have fun.
A couple of weeks ago in this blog, we invited one and all to dust off the old dancing shoes in anticipation of the Stiehl Ball planned for January 28, 2012.
We regret to inform you that the Stiehl Ball has been canceled due to insufficient interest .
If you had your heart set on attending the Stiehl Ball, don't despair. We still think it's a good idea, and we hope to plan a similar event in the future.
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Dust off your dancing shoes and mark your calendars. The von Stiehl Stiehl Ball is set for January 28, 2012.
It is shaping up to be THE event of the season.
We've been planning the Stiehl Ball for months, ever since we opened Over There, our new production facility, last spring. The space is so spacious, the vats so tall and gleaming, that they just demanded a Special Event. Who are we to say no to a party?
If you're looking for something special to give your sweetie this holiday season, give her (or him) tickets to the Stiehl Ball.
We'll all arrive around 5 p.m., grab a glass of our favorite Wisconsin wine, and mingle until heading to the table at 5:30. Dinner, catered by our own talented Sallie Marquardt, will be a leisurely affair; we'll have until 8 p.m. to enjoy each others' company and savor five courses (accompanied by five of our Wisconsin wines, of course).
Then, let the dancing begin. Jimmy Rosetti and the Rat Pack Review will make the music. We'll boogie down until 11 p.m., or until our legs give out, whichever comes first.
The dress is formal, because it's fun to dress to the nines from time to time. The attitude is casual, because it's just us under the beautiful clothes. So press your tux and fit your gown; the Stiehl Ball at our Wisconsin Winery will be a night to remember.
Reserve your spot before Christmas, and give a gift that will always be remembered.
The price is $75 per person (plus tax). Call 800.955.5208
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No, we're not talking about flying to a warm Caribbean Island or a snowy ski resort. We're talking about flights of wine. Wisconsin Wine, to be exact.
For some folks, the best part of the holiday season is the presents. For others, it is the time we all set aside to be together. This year, we've decided to combine these two "holiday bests" in one terrific package.
Four People, Four Tastings Each, $44 Total
Participants will tour our historic barrel aging tunnels and learn how oak barrels affect the taste of white wines. You'll then tour our new production facility, "Over There," and learn just how grapes are transformed from fruit to wine. Along the way, a variety of our Wisconsin wines will be sniffed, swirled, and sampled, and we'll share some local cheeses and smoked meats.
Back in the tasting room, we'll pour your choice of wines, dry or sweet, grape or fruit, or a combination thereof. We'll then create a flight of three wines and three chocolates around your preferences.
Share this experience during the holidays with family or friends, or offer it as a gift to someone you love. "Four People, Four Tastings Each" must be enjoyed some time before March 31, 2012. These special pairings are offered at 2 p.m. Fridays, 12:30 and 2:45 p.m. Saturdays, and 1 p.m. Sundays. If you bought your "Four People, Four Tastings" through Living Social please have your confirmation number to make reservation. Reservation times are limited to groups of 20ppl each time slot.
Just like with air travel, if you need to reschedule your Four Flights of Wisconsin Wine because of bad weather, you may do so.
Please call 800.955.5208 to reserve your special holiday flights.
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Find out just what takes place "Over There."
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It's no secret that we love wine here at von Stiehl, our Algoma, Wisconsin, Winery. We believe that our wine can stand alone. That said, it need also be noted that food brings out the best in wine. Together, food and wine make life worth living.
We offer wine and cheese pairings and wine and chocolate pairings in the tasting room of our Wisconsin Winery. These are tasty, but they really just whet the appetite. If cheese and wine can taste so good together, how would roast chicken and vegetables taste with wine, or filet mignon? The possibilities are endless. The mind reels.
Next weekend, let us cook for you. Join us for our Ladies of the Vine Fall Gourmet Luncheon, November 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The day begins with a tour of "Over There", our new production facility. We'll then move to our rathskeller, where we'll enjoy a 5 course luncheon. Each course will be paired with one of our Wisconsin Wines.
This is an event for ladies. Call your closest friends, your co-workers, your sisters and cousins. Call your mother. Call your daughter. Spend a few hours in good company, enjoying good food and good wine. If you're hesitating, ask yourself "Why not?".
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Please call 1.800.955.5208 to make your reservation.
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Our livelihood depends on a good fall harvest (and of course the subsequent creation of our Algoma, Wisconsin, wine) Maybe that's why we take so much pleasure in celebrating the fall harvest here at our Algoma, Wisconsin winery.
Members of our Ladies of the Vine club are invited to a Harvest Luncheon on November 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is just $34.99 per person.
The Harvest Luncheon includes:
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- A Tour of our Algoma, Wisconsin Winery, including our newly remodeled "old spaces", the rathskeller and the tunnel, and our new production facility, affectionately known as "Over There".
- A wine reception.
- A five-course tapas luncheon inspired by the harvest and paired with five of our Wisconsin wines, selected to complement each dish.
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This is a wonderful opportunity to visit with old friends and make new friends. It's easy to become a member of Ladies of the Vine. All you have to do is attend one of our LOTV events. Space is limited, so RSVP ASAP. Call 1.800.955.5208.
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The 2011 Wet Whistle Wine Festival was held last Friday and Saturday at our Algoma, Wisconsin Winery. The weather was glorious - sunny, and neither too hot nor too cool. Thanks to everyone who helped make the festival happen, and to all who came.
Festival goers heard some great music and tasted some fantastic Wisconsin Wine. They went underground and toured our historic, limestone caverns, and then went to our new production facility, "Over There", and sampled some of our higher end wines, poured by members of the Schmiling family. A lucky few festival goers had the opportunity to participate in our Grape Stomp; it's always fascinating to see what the stomp brings out in people. Competition is fierce, but so is the fun.
Throughout the Wet Whistle Wine Festival, people mingled with friends and meandered through the Art Fair. They ate and danced and celebrated the harvest of our Wisconsin Wine. We're already looking forward to next year.
Five Reasons to Attend Wet Whistle Wine Festival
Written by von Stiehl
1. Squish grapes with your feet. You never know, you may be one of the lucky few chosen to participate in our annual Grape Stomp. When else will you have the opportunity to turn grapes into grape juice with your feet?
2. Drink von Stiehl Wisconsin Wine. While you can do this any day of the week at home or in the tasting room of our Algoma, Wisconsin Winery, here is your chance to do it in a festive setting.
3. Live music. Dance to it, sit and listen, or enjoy it in the background as you explore the festival. Featuring: Men in Suits, The Groove Hogs, and Michael's Saints.
4. Wine and Cheese Pairing Flights on our terrace. Two of the best things in life, together again.
5. Fine Art Show: Browse or purchase. Friday and Saturday.
Call good friends, old friends, sisters, brothers, parents. Bring everyone you know and love to von Stiehl for a weekend of good wine and good times. September 16 from 3 to 7 p.m., and September 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The $10 price of admission benefits the Community Improvements of Algoma.
Mark your calendars. The 2011 Wet Whistle Wine Fest takes place September 16 and 17 at Von Stiehl, our Algoma, Wisconsin Winery.
2011 is the 10th anniversary of the Wet Whistle Wine Fest, and we expect it to be more fun than ever. We'll start celebrating at 3 p.m. on Friday (until 7 p.m.), and again at 10 a.m. on Saturday (until 6 p.m.). We're looking forward to:
- Live Music
- Fine Art Show
- Heritage Foods
- Grape Stomp
This could be your year to win the Grape Stomp and take home a case of von Stiehl wine. We draw names right before each Stomp. If your name is called (and you're at least 21 years of age), and you woo the crowd, you just might win the grand prize. Plus, it's fun.
No Wet Whistle Wine Fest would be complete without our Wisconsin wines, and we'll be pouring a great variety of it. On Friday night, we'll offer unique wine and cheese flights on the terrace. On Saturday, our winemaker and his family will pour select vintages in our new facility; this tasting is complimentary with the purchase of a $10 Riedel stemless glass.
Read on for the music line-up:
- Men in Suits: Friday from 3 to 7 p.m.
- Michael's Saints: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
- Groove Hogs: Saturday from 1:30 to 5: 30 p.m.
This may be one of your last chances to see the Groove Hogs, since they officially disbanded last year. They'll be at Wet Whistle Wine Fest simply because they love the venue and the crowd. We're honored and we can't wait to hear them play.
Dance to the music, watch the Grape Stomp or stomp grapes yourself. Visit with friends and drink Wisconsin Wine. The Wet Whistle Wine Fest is all about relaxing, having fun, and celebrating the crush. Hope to see you at von Stiehl in Algoma, Wisconsin on September 16 and 17, 2011.
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