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Oregon 2012 Holiday Wine Guide

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With the Thanksgiving table cleared, it’s time for some well-deserved R&R, and hopefully some wine tasting. The weekend after the holiday is when most of Oregon’s wineries will be open — including many that are usually closed the rest of the year. This fall, our holiday wine guide takes you to some of the wineries that offer the most scenic views. We also have the lastest news on the wine country’s restaurant scene. And for tasters who want to limit driving, we also have a roundup of Portland’s urban wineries. As always, our maps will help you target just the perfect area to visit.
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Things to do in Lake Oswego

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By Vickie Kavanagh, The Oregonian

December 18, 2012, 6:00AM
My list includes holiday luncheons, plays, and concerts; cooking classes and a wine tasting; and a chance to meet author Rob DeBorde Full story »

Wine pick: 2010 Coeur de Terre Vineyard 'Batch No. 01' McMinnville Late Harvest Riesling

Coeur de Terre Late Harvest Riesling

By Katherine Cole, Special to The Oregonian

December 17, 2012, 11:45AM
This locally produced, amber-hued, late-harvest riesling was harvested from 40-something-year-old vines in late November and frozen to reduce its water content. It's balanced by crisp acidity and a lightly oxidative note, reminiscent of a mellow Vin Santo from Tuscany or an Amontillado sherry.  Full story »

Yamhill County high schoolers break ground by earning college credit for viticulture

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By Dana Tims, The Oregonian

December 11, 2012, 1:00PM
It's all part of an effort conjured by Yamhill County's exploding constellation of vintners to provide opportunities for teens to find good-paying local jobs in an industry that continues to flourish.  Full story »

Wine pick: 2011 Apolloni Willamette Valley Rose Sparkling Wine

Apolloni Willamette Valley Rose Sparkling Wine

By Katherine Cole, Special to The Oregonian

December 10, 2012, 11:00AM
During this festive time of year, many wine drinkers reach for bubbly. But before you buy Champagne or cava, try an Oregon sparkling wine. Full story »
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Riccardo's Ristorante adds an Italian-style bar

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By Vickie Kavanagh, The Oregonian

December 05, 2012, 4:26PM
Pretend like you are in Italy at the Bar Marzocca, a new addition to a popular Lake Oswego restaurant. Full story »

Wine pick: 2011 Biokult Niederosterreich Austria Gruner Veltliner

2011 Biokult Niederosterreich Austria Gruner Veltliner

By Katherine Cole, Special to The Oregonian

December 03, 2012, 12:00PM
This Austrian white wine is fragrant and zesty with notes of kiwi, and with the moderate alcohol level of the ideal after-work-aperitif.  Full story »

Sparkling holiday wines: Our expert pairs his favorites with winter food

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By MIX Editor

November 27, 2012, 2:05PM
We ask David Speer, owner of Ambonnay, to pick five bottles of bubbly to pair with rich wintry foods. And since it's party season, they had to be special (but not break the bank). Full story »

Winery with best view polling continues; top three in each poll face off next spring

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By Terry Richard, The Oregonian

November 26, 2012, 2:07PM
After naming 10 wineries with great views last year and this year, voting continues with the top three finishers in each poll making it to a new poll next spring. And, which wineries did I leave out? Full story »

Q&A with Joni Marsch, owner of Bottle & Bottega Portland

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By Nicole Friedman, The Oregonian

November 24, 2012, 7:00AM
Bottle & Bottega Portland, which launches Nov. 25 at 23 Hoyt, hosts painting and art events at local restaurants. Full story »

Maragas Winery in central Oregon experiments with grapes, but has winemaking down

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By Terry Richard, The Oregonian

November 23, 2012, 6:05AM
Maragas Winery, along U.S. 97 midway between Madras and Redmond, produces good wines with many of the grapes coming from the Columbia and Applegate valleys. They are simply processed in Jefferson County.  Full story »

Oregon pinot noir hailed as nation's best, just in time for Thanksgiving wine-touring weekend

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By Dana Tims, The Oregonian

November 22, 2012, 8:00AM
Wine Spectator, the industry's leading publication, heaps lavish praise on the state in its latest issue, glowingly pronouncing that Oregon is now second-to-none in this country when it comes to its signature wine grape.  Full story »

Give holiday guests plenty of wine options

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By The Associated Press

November 19, 2012, 2:00PM
Begin with bubbles before moving on to dry rosés or other spicy wines. But skip cabernet sauvignon, which doesn't pair well with the flavors of the Thanksgiving table. Full story »

Holiday Wine Guide here for post-Thanksgiving tours

By Therese Bottomly, The Oregonian

November 19, 2012, 11:47AM
The Oregonian's Holiday Wine Guide appeared last week to help readers enjoy their visit.  Full story »

Wine pick: 2008 Fatalone 'Teres' Puglia Primitivo

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By Katherine Cole, Special to The Oregonian

November 19, 2012, 11:00AM
Put this thirst-quenching red from southern Italy in the fridge for 30 to 45 minutes before drinking it to emphasize its juiciness. Full story »

Sweet Cheeks Winery southwest of Eugene offers beautiful outdoor patio

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By Terry Richard, The Oregonian

November 18, 2012, 6:00AM
Located on a hilltop near Crow, about 10 miles southwest of Eugene, the winery is close enough to town to draw an after-work crowd on Friday nights. Full story »
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