News and Events for January 15-28

Welcome to ECoast Wines bi-weekly News and Events update for January 15th through January 28th, 2012! Come back every other week to see what's going on around the East Coast. If you would like for us to include your news or event, use the site contact form to get your wine out there!

NEWS

“PA: Wineries grow their presence at Farm Show”
One of Pennsylvania's best kept secrets is its thriving wine industry, said Jennifer Eckinger, executive director of the Pennsylvania Winery Association.
Read more at: tribune-democrat.com

“NJ: Wine-shipping bill passes Assembly”
New Jersey residents might soon be able to get wine shipped to their homes or visit an expanded stock of winery-owned retail outlets, under a bill passed Monday by the state Senate and Assembly.
Read more at: app.com

“Ice Wine Producers Struggle With Mild Winter”
Produced by wineries stretching from Minnesota through New York and in parts of Canada, winemakers have waited nervously for temperatures to drop low enough to harvest frozen fruit for ice wine. Many were finally able to do so last week, thanks to a short-lived cold snap. But winery operators say the delay resulted in far fewer usable grapes.
Read more at: uffingtonpost.com

EVENTS

Virginia

Music in the Glass House
January 22, 2:15-5pm
Glass House Winery
5898 Free Union Road
Free Union, VA 22940
Ph. 434-975-0094
Cost: No cover, $5 tastings
Will Power! Vocals and guitar with heart - originals and covers. No cover!
Visit their website for more information: glasshousewinery.com.

Fireside Open House
January 21, 11-5pm
Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery
1722 Hickory Cove Lane
Moneta, VA 24121
Ph. 540-296-1393
Cost: Complimentary tastings
Come in from the cold and warm up beside the wood stove in our unique 1923 farm house tasting room. Discover the interwoven histories of the lake, the rivers, the house and the 20 year old vines. Browse unique gifts displayed among family antiques. Enjoy complimentary tours and tastings of our award winning wines. 540.296.1393 SMLwine.com

Connecticut

Singer/Songwriter Series
January 20, 5-9pm
Chamard Vineyards
115 Cow Hill Road
Clinton, Connecticut 06413
Ph. 860.664.0299
Cost: $10, includes glass of wine
Every Friday and Saturday night, Chamard Vineyards features a new singer or songwriter. Join us this Friday for Shawn Taylor!
shawntaylortunes.com
Visit chamard.com for more information.

Maryland

Wellness & Wine
January 21, 10-12pm
Crush Restaurant & Winehouse
114 West Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Ph. 443.370.4162
Cost: Free, donations
Nurture your body & mind, practice wellness & drink wine! Sponsored by Stretch Your Spirit Yoga Program. Fitness professional Lauri Petroy will speak to us about weight management & pain relief. Viniyoga specialist Julie Blamphin will lead us through a yoga practice for all levels. And then, wine! Owner Bob Laggini will offer discounts on select bottles. The ‘Wellness’ part? Donations only; part of proceeds to Kidspeace Foster Care. The ‘Wine’ part? Optional, but worth every penny. Yoga mats will be available for cost or bring your own. For more details, contact Julie - j.blamphin@gmail.com / 443.370.4162 / StretchYourSpirit.com.

Leapin’ Lunar New Year
January 21 & 22, 12-5pm
Cygnus Wine Cellars
3130 Long Lane
Manchester, Maryland 21102
Ph. 4103746395
Cost: $5
Leap into the Lunar New Year with your friends at the Cellar, with a sampling of Chinese treats, and one to take home.
Visit Website: cygnuswinecellars.com

Pennsylvania

Hummingbird Ridge Winery “Winter Winederland”
January 20-22, 11-6pm
Hummingbird Ridge Winery
735 Kise Mill Rd
York Haven, PA 17370
Ph. 717-315-0209
Cost: Free admission
This month at Hummingbird Ridge Winery is our annual "Winter Winederland" event on January 20th to 22nd from 11am to 6pm. Come in out of the cold and warm up with tasty treats, free wine and Port tastings, and special sale prices on select wines! Free Parking. Free Admission.
Hummingbird Ridge Winery, Central PA's Newest Winery, invites you to "Experience the Flavor" of our hand-crafted award-winning wines. Winery is located at 735 Kise Mill Rd, York Haven PA (1/4 mile from Susquehanna Speedway), just off I-83, Newberrytown Exit 32, minutes from York and Harrisburg. Open every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 6pm. For information, call 717-315-0209 or email info@hummingbirdridgewinery.com Visit our website at hummingbirdridgewinery.com