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EsoTerra Ciderworks to enter grape wine market with ‘The Arboretum’ (Durango Herald)
A 70-acre estate winery, called The Aboretum, is coming to La Plata County courtesy of EsoTerra Ciderworks owners Elizabeth Philbrick and Jared Scott. The cider maker has begun a crowdfunding campaign to raise $100,000 to build the winery’s infrastructure at 270 County Road 303 on Florida Mesa, southeast of Durango.
Treat Yourself to a Sleepover at 9 Colorado Wineries (Denver Post)
Whenever I visit a winery, I sigh deeply and say, “I wish I never had to leave.” The wine’s delightful taste, the vineyards’ scenic beauty, and the warm hospitality make me content. Some Colorado wineries do want you to make yourself right at home — albeit not forever. Many now offer on-site lodging through vacation rentals, guest houses, inns, campsites,
Mom Juice’s Kristin Taylor Is Making Wine for Women, by Women—in Spite of the Haters (5280)
As millennial women of color, Taylor and Mincey would ensure their product appealed to young, diverse populations that the industry, with its pretentious sniff-and-swirl culture, had long ignored. When Taylor finished her spiel, the potential investor didn’t inquire about the company’s profit margins or advertising plan. Instead, he asked, “What about Dad Juice?”
The Grand Valley Is Named One of the 10 Best Wine Regions in the US (WIN)
USA Today 10Best is a travel and lifestyle website that provides advice from experts around the world. The Grand Valley was nominated as part of their Reader’s Choice Awards, where USA Today 10Best’s travel experts will select their top 20 nominees in categories ranging from food & lodging to destinations and things to do.
A Perfect Day in Paonia and Hotchkiss (5280)
You can’t visit the Western Slope without experiencing the impact of its local agriculture. The North Fork Valley, roughly comprising the towns of Paonia, Hotchkiss, and Crawford, is an especially ripe area for agritourism (i.e., recreational activities on farms and ranches).
High Country Vino (The Daily Sentinel)
Jayme Henderson and Steve Steese have been working with wine for a long time. However, around eight years ago, after years of experience in the Front Range hospitality industry, the pair of sommeliers decided they wanted to make a change.
Watch the Olympics from Colorado in French Style (Thirst Colorado)
All eyes are on France this week. A historic Tour de France finished yesterday, and the Paris Olympics opens Friday. Whether you are hosting a watch party or just want a taste of Paris while you watch all the events, here is our guide to Colorado-crafted French wine and food experiences.
Three Must-Visit Spots for a Summer Sip in North Denver (Denver North Star)
While Denver has long been celebrated as a haven for beer lovers, with its thriving craft brewery scene, there’s another beverage quietly making waves in North Denver—wine. North Denver boasts a growing number of tasting rooms, tucked away amid the bustling urban landscape. One of these is Bonacquisti Wine Company.
Carboy Winery Protects Hearts by Joining AED Program (Littleton Independent)
Carboy Winery in Littleton recently became the first Colorado winery to join a program that aims to protect the hearts and lives of wine-lovers. The program, “Trained for Saving Lives,” is run by a California winery called River Road Family Vineyards and Winery. When owner Ron Rubin suffered a cardiac emergency in 2009, a defibrillator saved his life. Now, it’s
Award-Winning Cidery Snow Capped Opens Western Slope Taproom (Westword)
“This was a very big project, and I’m proud of it,” says Snow Capped Cider owner Kari Williams. On July 4, the brand will celebrate the grand opening of its new taproom at 105 Grand Mesa Drive in the heart of Cedaredge, which Williams hopes will become a regional destination for cider and wine lovers alike.
Sunset Magazine Awards Abbey Winery a Best of Class and Double Gold (Cañon City Daily Record)
The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey has been notified by the prestigious Sunset International Wine Competition that they have been awarded two Best of Class awards and 16 medals, including two double golds and five golds, for their wines.
More Local Vendors Than Ever Showcased at Food & Wine Classic in Aspen (Aspen Times)
Often referred to as the unofficial kickoff to summer, the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen has brought some of the world’s finest wine and cuisine to the Roaring Fork Valley for 41 years. This year, more local vendors than ever were celebrated alongside other world-renowned chefs, sommeliers, and food distributors.