Event hours are Saturday<\/span> from 11 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m. and Sunday<\/span> from noon – 5 p.m.<\/span> Harvest Weekend is a free event, however each winery sets its own fee policy for wine tastings, live music, and vineyard and winery tours. Please refer to each winery\u2019s web site for details. Visit www.HarvestWeekendLVWT.com<\/a> for complete event details.<\/p>\n The Lehigh Valley Wine Trail is a 501c6 nonprofit organization of wineries whose mission is to promote agri-tourism and to create a premier wine destination and grape growing region while promoting Pennsylvania wines from Lehigh Valley American Viticultural Area. www.LehighValleyWineTrail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n HARVEST WEEKEND 2018 HIGHLIGHTS<\/u><\/p>\n Amore Vineyards<\/strong> in Nazareth will serve rigatoni Bolognese paired with Cabaret Amore wine.<\/p>\n Black River Farms<\/strong> in Bethlehem \u2013 Enjoy your wine tasting with food samples by the chefs from Feast catering, expertly curated to pair with our wine. Meyers Catering will sell pulled pork, turkey BBQ and grilled sandwiches. Kathy Kovacs will teach simple screen-printing by Chalk Couture. Create a personalized canvas, sign or coaster to add to your home\u2019s d\u00e9cor. Pay per piece. Live music on Saturday<\/span> from 3-5 pm<\/span> by John Rodden, and on Sunday<\/span> from 2-5 pm<\/span> by Scott Marshall & the Hillbilly Souls.<\/p>\n Blue Mountain Vineyards<\/strong> in New Tripoli\u2013 sample Riesling and Mountain Frost\u00a0with spicy Thai peanut noodles from Cathy\u2019s Creative Catering. Additional vendors include CJ\u2019s Mustards, Damn Yankee Wine Jelly, and Sweet Finesse Local Chocolatier.\u00a0Featuring live music by Ralph Pangano from 1-4 pm.<\/span><\/p>\n Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery<\/strong> in Breinigsville will welcome\u00a0The Nesting Box<\/a>\u00a0from Kempton, which offers a self-serve business of cage free, all natural brown eggs, along with a number of other locally produced foods, such as cheeses and baked goods. Purchase Clover Hill wines and other locally produced foods at the winery in Breinigsville. As an added celebration they will be serving up a Sparkling Sunday<\/span> on Sunday, September 9 from noon \u2013 4 pm.<\/p>\n Franklin Hill Vineyards<\/strong> in Bangor will feature a fall-themed cocktail bar with Social Still spirits and their wines. Several local vendors will be onsite for shopping. There will also be a family-friendly hayride at 2 pm and 4 pm.<\/span> Hayride tickets are $10 for adults and include a glass of sangria; kids ride for free and get cookies and a glass of juice. Wine tastings\u00a0will be available all day, and guided vineyard tours will be offered at noon and 2 pm.<\/span><\/p>\n Galen Glen Winery<\/strong> in Andreas\u2013 On Saturday<\/span> and Sunday<\/span> sample bacon BBQ popcorn using local \u201cChef Salt\u201d paired with our renowned Rieslings. Chef Salt is a magical combination of herbs and spices that brings the art and craft of professional cooking into the home kitchen. Co-Creator David Joachim is a local Author & Chef. Included in our $5 tasting.<\/p>\n Taste the Grape, Taste the Wine \u2013 Saturday<\/span> & Sunday<\/span> Walking Tour of the Vineyard & Wine Cellar \u2013 Saturday<\/span> & Sunday<\/span> Cheeseboard Day \u2013 Saturday<\/span> only Brunch with the Randevoo Food Truck 11 am – 2 pm \u2013 Sunday<\/span> only Pinnacle Ridge Winery<\/strong> in Kutztown will feature food by their friends at the Gourmand Caf\u00e9 in Reading. Enjoy a choice of blanched asparagus spears wrapped in roast beef with a horseradish aioli and shaved Parmesan, or truffled chicken salad with dried cranberries and candied pecans on a toasted French baguette. Each option will be paired with a choice of 2016 Chambourcin (a light-bodied dry red), or for a semi-sweet option, 2017 Quaff.<\/p>\n Tolino Vineyards<\/strong> in Bangor – Enjoy a taste of a decadent apple-inspired dessert from Barred and Broody Bakery with sparkling apple cider sangria.\u00a0Cruise through the vineyard in style to check out the ripening grapes on wagon tours of the vineyard at 2 pm and 4 pm.<\/span> Live music by George Baier on Saturday<\/span>.<\/p>\n Vynecrest Winery<\/strong> in Breinigsville will pair Autumn Gold wine, a sweet signature blend of estate-grown grapes, with Stuffed to the Grills food truck\u2019s orzo salad \u2013 a mix of local oven-roasted eggplant, bell peppers, red onion and garlic dressed in a lemon vinaigrette with scallions, basil, and feta cheese.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Information Provided By: <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\nHave you ever wondered about the grape varietals that produce the wines you love? Join us weekends during harvest to taste the grape, then taste the wine.<\/p>\n
\nEnjoy a guided walking tour of the vineyard and wine cellar at 1 pm<\/span>, highlighting the Troxell family\u2019s stewardship of this land for over 200 years. Walking tours are about one hour in length, meandering through our rocky, hillside terrain and given weather permitting.\u00a0Please wear appropriate footgear. Tours are $5 per guest and include a glass of wine. Must be over 21.<\/p>\n
\nOur favorite selection of cheeses and accouterments ready to enjoy with a glass of wine.<\/p>\n
\nServing up a fun fusion of East meets West with both meat and veggies. Sample menu items include pork belly, 100% vegan sandwiches, wings, tempura, and pickles. Purchase brunch or a snack to pair with your favorite glass of wine. Rain or shine event (limited indoor seating); no reservations required.\u00a0https:\/\/www.randevoofoodtruck.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n
\nTracey Werner, Blabbermouth Communications
\ntracey@blabbermouthcommunications.com<\/p>\n
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