Wine: The Way to the Heart

Valentine's Day is as good a day as any to get out and enjoy some wine! I don't know about you, but I have always enjoyed creating an experience rather than receiving a gift for Valentine's Day. There are a few wineries in Southern Oregon that are host to some great events that I'm sure your other half, girlfriend/boyfriend, or first date would love:

Weisinger's of Ashland is holding a Valentine's Day weekend celebration which will include barrel tastings, chocolate pairing, live music, and hor d'ourves courtesy of Yummy Tummy Catering. This event will extend through the weekend from 11a.m. til 5 p.m. Also, if you happen to be a wine club member, you are in luck! You get in for free! Otherwise there is a $10 charge. If you do plan on going don't forget to enter the raffle to win a night in their romantic vineyard cottage.

Troon Vineyard is also holding an event from 1-4 p.m. There will not only

be delicious snacks but also live music and "sweet deals". I can't tell you what, or how sweet the deals are though,you'll have to find out for yourself!

Lastly, while you are out wine tasting and in the sweet spirit, why not pick up a bottle of dessert wine along the way and pair it up with some delicious artisan chocolate at the Dagoba Chocolate tasting room in Ashland! Let's keep that last tip under the hat, that's where I am taking Christine and I don't want to spoil the surprise. ;-)