{"id":97130,"date":"2019-12-17T16:53:54","date_gmt":"2019-12-17T21:53:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=97130"},"modified":"2019-12-18T08:52:55","modified_gmt":"2019-12-18T13:52:55","slug":"winter-warmers-wine-tasting-weekend-sharing-the-warmth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=97130","title":{"rendered":"Winter Warmers Wine Tasting Weekend, Sharing the Warmth!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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(Southeastern Pennsylvania)\u00a0Berks County Wine Trail is sharing the warmth to ward off winter\u2019s cold.\u00a0Our Winter Warmer Wine Tasting Weekend is coming, January 18 and 19, 2020.\u00a0Leave winter at the doorstep of our cozy winery locations and enjoy featured wines together with samples of hot soups, heavenly desserts, and other comfort-inspired pairings, guaranteed to melt Winter\u2019s chill like a warm and friendly hug.<\/p>\n

Bundle up and take a self-guided tour of the frosty Berks County area winter landscapes from noon until 5:00 both days.\u00a0Winter Warmers is a free sampling event; no reservations or tickets needed for the featured pairing at each winery.\u00a0Note, most wineries charge a tasting fee for their full wine list.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a preview of what our wineries have planned:<\/p>\n

Setter Ridge<\/strong>, Greenwich Township – Warm up from the inside with a special cocktail of Setter Ridge\u2019s 2016 Syrah spiked with Xplorer Spirits Chocolate Bourbon Liquor.\u00a0Pair that with Spicy Mexican Hot Chocolate Fudge, an amazing combination of spicy and sweet, for an unbeatable treat!<\/p>\n

Deerfoot Winery<\/strong>, Maidencreek Township – There’s nothing like wine and a hot tasty soup to warm you on a cold January day!\u00a0Deerfoot will pair their new 2018 Country Rose, a light Cabernet Franc wine, with Pumpkin Coriander soup, gently seasoned with spices sure to ward off winter\u2019s chill.<\/p>\n

Stoudt’s Winery<\/strong>, Shartlesville – Welcome back a customer favorite from orchard country at Stoudt\u2019s Winery!\u00a0Warm Appalachian Spice Wine will be paired with a delicious old-fashioned Apple Crisp of lightly sweetened, warmly-spiced apples finished with a crisp, sugary topping.<\/p>\n

Manatawny Creek Winery<\/strong>, Amity Township – Soleil, a blend of Seyval Blanc and Cayuga white wines, is like a taste of sunshine, even in the middle of winter!\u00a0Enjoy this refreshing \u201cdrink with everything\u201d wine with a richly delicious Mac & Cheese dish topped with a Soleil mushroom sauce.<\/p>\n

Weathered<\/strong>, Lynn Township, Lehigh County – Your tour won\u2019t be complete without the ultimate cold-weather comfort food at Weathered!\u00a0Enjoy warm, creamy, potato-filled Pierogies topped with caramelized onions and served alongside Weathered\u2019s Chardonnay.\u00a0The toasty nuttiness of the wine perfectly echoes the buttery flavor of the Pierogies for a tasting experience you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n

KOG Hill Winery,<\/strong> Morgantown – The warmth of a bowl of chili wraps you like a blanket on a cold winter day!\u00a0Head to KOG Hill Winery for Southwest Turkey Chili paired with their 2018 Pinot Noir.\u00a0This hearty south-of-the-border chili, made with turkey, pinto and white beans, and packed with flavors of smoky cumin and spice, is the perfect companion to the smooth, light-bodied fruitiness of the Pinot Noir.<\/p>\n

Stone Barn Cellars Winery<\/strong>, Spring City, Montgomery County – When winter\u2019s chilliness is in the air, you won\u2019t find anything more comforting than a hot bowl of soup.\u00a0Loaded Potato Soup, with all the bacon, sour cream, cheese, and chopped tomatoes fixings, paired with 2018 Vidal Blanc white wine is a fan favorite at Stone Barn Cellars. This crisp and citrus-y wine is an excellent contrast with the creamy, salty soup. Soup is gluten free and a vegetarian option will also be available.<\/p>\n

Ridgewood Winery<\/strong>, Cumru Township – Save room for dessert at Ridgewood Winery.\u00a0Olde Orchard wine, warmed with Hot Butter Rum spices and splashed over ice cream, is the perfect blend of sweetness, spice, tart apple flavors, and creamy vanilla!<\/p>\n

Stonekeep Meadery<\/strong>, Fleetwood – Stonekeep will serve a lusciously delicious butternut squash bisque made with a hint of sweetness from Stonekeep\u2019s Traditional mead. This will be paired with our Gewurztraminer, a dry, crisp white wine or choose Cayuga for a sweeter pairing.<\/p>\n

Long Trout Winery<\/strong>, West Brunswick Township, Schuylkill County – Bacon Cheeseburger Tots are like a cheeseburger and fries, without the drive-thru!\u00a0You’ll love this warm and satisfying treat, served with Afternoon Delight, Long Trout\u2019s crisp Pinot Gris with its hint-of-lemon freshness.\u00a0Then before you leave, take a sip of sinfully rich, deliciously adult red wine hot chocolate to make sure you\u2019re warm on the inside before heading back out into the cold.<\/p>\n

Calvaresi Winery, <\/strong>Bernville \u2013 There\u2019s something special about the delicious, cozy feeling you get from warm spiced wine.\u00a0The aromas and flavor of citrus and spices in Calvaresi\u2019s Winter Spice are guaranteed to warm you from the inside out.\u00a0You\u2019ll also want to taste Apple Pie Sangria, like homemade apple pie in a glass!<\/p>\n

Plan your wine trail tour with the help of a map<\/a>, driving directions, and information about all 11 trail wineries<\/a> on our website or e-mail questions to info@berkscountywinetrail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Berks County Wine Trail has been an active group of wineries in Southeastern Pennsylvania for over fifteen years and prides itself in its wine making diversity.\u00a0Join the many wine lovers and visitors to our region who\u2019ve discovered these exceptional wines.\u00a0Berks County Wine Trail member wineries are proud partners with the Pennsylvania Winery Association.<\/p>\n

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Information and images provided to TVL by:
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