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2018 Vintage Illinois
2018 Vintage Illinois
2018 Vintage Illinois took place September 15 & 16 at Matthiessen State Park. I was able to attend for a short period on Saturday. Even though my time was limited, I was able visit all of the winery displays and taste several wines. Needless to say, trying to fully explore the wines from 24 wineries would be a bit much in a matter of hours. Here is a selection of the wines that I really enjoyed and recommend.
Wine
2016 Inama ‘Vigneti Di Foscarino’ Soave Classico
2016 Inama ‘Vigneti Di Foscarino’ Soave Classico
I was not familiar with the Garganega variety before trying this wine, but will certainly be trying many more as this is now one of my favorite whites. This is an absolutely luscious and enjoyable wine. It is full-bodied and dry and very easy to drink with a long and clean finish.
Tips
Save More Money On Wine
Save More Money On Wine
It’s always great to run across a bargain when purchasing wine. Here are a few ways to maximum savings whether purchasing one bottle or when the cooler gets low. I’ll show you an example that recently saved me 38% on a purchase of 10 bottles of wine.
Events
Shawnee Hills Passport Program
Hosted by Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
January 2, 2019 – February 28, 2019
Sensational Saturday Tasting
Hosted by Sun Singer Wine & Spirits, Champaign
January 19, 2019; 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Wine Dinner with Long Shadows Winery
Hosted by Hamilton Walker’s, Champaign
January 22, 2019; 6:00pm
Krannert Uncorked
Hosted by Krannert Center, Champaign
Wine samples selected and served by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.
January 24, 2019; 5:00pm
Krannert Uncorked Jenny Carpenter and Shawn Farbman
Hosted by Krannert Center, Champaign
Wine samples selected and served by MarketPlace Selections.
January 31; 5:00pm
2019 Utica Winter Wine Walk
Hosted by Utica Winter Wine Walk and 14 others
February 9; 11:00am – 5:00pm
Cheese – Not A Solo Act
Hosted by Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
Wine & Food Pairing Weekend
March 2 & 3, 2019
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