HARLEYS IN THE VINEYARD

Posted in Blog | 0 comments Harley Davidsons! Rumble On In To Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery This Sunday! OAK CREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY strives to bring you new and fun things to do. For all you Harley Davidson enthusiasts – hop on your bike and join us THIS SUNDAY (September 25th), as we celebrate HARLEYS & VINO at our vineyards  ALL DAY!  There is NO COST to you, so what are you waiting for? VIP...
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RECIPE — “PEPPERCORN SEASONED STEAKS WITH MUSTARD-WINE SAUCE”

Posted in Blog | 0 comments Steak With A Flair! Peppercorns, Steak, and Wine! Here is a steak recipe that is tasty, no matter what time of the year it is. We hope you enjoy it. Come in or call in anytime, to find out the best wine for this recipe or for an accompaniment. Peppercorn-Seasoned Steaks with Mustard-Wine Sauce  4 beef tenderloin steaks, 1 inch thick 2 teaspoons crushed seasoned pepper or ground black...
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WINE – HARVESTING THE VINES

Posted in Blog | 0 comments IT’S WINE TIME! Whether you have a few grapevines in your backyard or you have acres and acres of grape-producing vines, knowing when and how to harvest the grapes is important. If the grapes are not ready or the harvest is not done correctly, the crop can be a failure. Grapes must be mature before they can be harvested. This is important because grapes will not mature any further after...
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WEEKEND MASSAGE IN THE VINES

Posted in Blog | 0 comments MASSAGE & WINE — WHAT A WAY TO SPEND THE AFTERNOON! Where else can you go to have a glass of wine and a massage in a vineyard? Just at Oak Creek Vineyards! So the next time you are in the area, give us a call at (928) 649-0290… let us know what your time frame is and we will set something up for you. Our Massage Therapist is wonderful and will make you purr like a kitten. Massage...
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MOOD – FOOD – MUSIC – WINE!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments   Come and enjoy an afternoon of music and wine at Oak Creek Vineyards and Winery with the band Amitabha on May 1st from 3-7pm. Sip fine handcrafted wines in our country setting, while listening to a unique ensamble peforming tribal rhythm and reggae. For tickets go to www.verdevalleymusicseries.com We have many wines, port, and cream sherry by which to tantalize your tastebuds. Our...
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A FEW FUN WINE FACTS!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments EVER WONDER…. Question: 1. How many acres are planted to grapes worldwide? 2. Among the world’s fruit crops, where do wine grapes rank in number of acres planted? 3. How many gallons of wine were lost in the 1906 San Francisco earthquake? 4. How long does it take to harvest a commercial crop from newly replanted grape vines? 5. How many varieties of wine grapes exist worldwide? 6....
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RED WINE ABC’s

Posted in Blog | 0 comments Red Wine ABC’s Why is red wine red? Its color can be derived from a vast assortment of grape varieties ranging from grapes that are reddish, deep purple, and even a beautiful blue on the color scale. These grapes give rise to a wine that is color classified with such descriptors as garnet, almost black, dark red, light red, ruby red, opaque purple, deep violet, maroon and the list goes on. It...
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WHITE WINE ABC’s

Posted in Blog | 0 comments White Wine ABC’s First things first… why is “white” wine, not white at all, but yellow, golden or straw-like in color? Its color can be derived from an assortment of grape varieties. White wines are made from the grape juice and grape skin of green, gold or yellowish colored grapes or from just the juice (not the skin) of select red grapes (as in some Champagnes. WHEN TO DRINK IT White...
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NEW WINE ANNOUNCED…named SUNFLOWER!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments OAK CREEK WINERY & VINEYARDS just released a white wine called SUNFLOWER, a blend of Roussanne and Chardonnay… a VERY BIG White Wine! Listed below are the descriptions of the blended wines.  Roussanne This grape should be extinct for all practical purposes, as far as vineyardists are concerned, who would rather manage more cooperative vines. Roussanne gives irregular yields and tends to...
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RECIPE — “ALMOND FRUIT BALLS”

Posted in Blog | 0 comments Spring is in the air! Start planning those take-along snacks… think ALMOND!      “ALMOND FRUIT BALLS” INGREDIENTS: 1 cup whole Oak Creek Vineyards Roast Almonds  1 package (6 ounces) mixed dried fruit bits  1 1/2 teaspoons honey  1/2 teaspoon cinnamon  1/4 teaspoon nutmeg  1 1/2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur (Grand Marnier) PREPARATION: Place almonds in bowl of...
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HEALTH BENEFITS OF THE ALMOND

Posted in Blog | 0 comments How can such a little Almond Nut be so Notable? Well, read on!  ALMONDIZE ALHEIMER’S:  One may avoid the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by consuming almonds. But just like any other food, even almonds have their cons… they contain oxalates and excessive oxalates can cause crystallization. So people having kidney or gallbladder problems should avoid eating almonds.  BETTER BRAIN: Almond...
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ALMONDS ARE IN BLOOM!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments Spectacular sight to see… Almond Trees in bloom. We have 50 trees and every flower will become a fruit. The almond, which is called the meat, grows in a shell. The shell is covered by a husk, which in the beginning is plum and fuzzy, but gets dry towards the end. Around the end of August, it breaks open just before harvest. It takes “girl” trees and “boy” trees for cross-pollination,...
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RECIPE — “SILKY LEEK & RED WINE SOUP”

Posted in Blog | 0 comments  What better way to warm up on a cold wintry night… than soup! We here at OAK CREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY are pleased to bring you recipes that creatively use wine. After all, WINE is what we are all about! Please enjoy the following recipe and should you have any questions about the best wine accompaniment… just give us a call at  (928) 649-0290.    Silky Leek and Red Wine...
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“ARIZONA VINES & WINES MAGAZINE” — DEB WAHL’S TRAVEL LETTER

Posted in Blog | 0 comments Deb Wahl, owner of OAK CREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY, has written a “Travel Letter” for Arizona Vines & Wines Magazine, which will be appearing in the next issue! Here is what she has to say…   “TRAVELING FROM ARIZONA TO THE FLORIDA KEYS WITH ARIZONA WINE ON MY MIND”   By Deb Wahl ARIZONA. Monday, December 13, 2010.  It is 12 days before Christmas, and I am...
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VALENTINE’S DAY — IT’S ORIGIN

Posted in Blog | 0 comments How did Valentine’s Day begin, anyway? Saint Valentine’s Day, commonly shortened to Valentine’s Day, is an annual commemoration held on February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions.  It is traditionally a day on which lovers express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards (known as...
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RECIPES — “VALENTINE PARTY FOR 2 OR MORE”

Posted in Blog | 0 comments For a very special evening for you and your Sweetheart… or for a great Valentine’s Day Party, try these recipes. It will be a fabulous feast for your senses. They are easy and elegant for your “private party for 2″ or an elegant cocktail party for your family or friends. Enjoy! BRANDY WINE PUNCH 1 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup superfine sugar; 1 1/2 cups brandy; 1...
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PAIRING WINE WITH CHOCOLATE!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments Everyone looooooves Chocolate, especially on Valentine’s Day. So how do you pair it with some wonderful wines? Just read on and you will learn “what goes with what.” The Basics of Pairing Wine and Chocolate… Both wine and chocolate can be very complex on their own, so keep it simple with three basics. The wine you select must be perceived as sweeter than the chocolate....
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VALENTINE WINE SPECIALS FOR COUPLES!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments VALENTINE WEEKEND SPECTACULAR WINE SPECIALS FOR COUPLES! Is there anything better for Valentine’s Day than WINE and CHOCOLATE? Of course not! Beginning Friday, February 11th through Monday, February 14th (Valentine’s Day), OAK CREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY will be offering three (3) specials in our Tasting Room (located at  1555 N. Page Springs Rd; Cornville, AZ 86325), for each...
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RECIPE — “ROASTED BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH ROSEMARY, CHOCOLATE AND WINE SAUCE”

Posted in Blog | 1 comment So many ways to use wine in cooking… ways you may not have thought of. We at OAK CREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY have decided to not only educate you palate where fine wine is concerned, we will also educate your tastebuds, where food is concerned. Below you will find an excellent Main Course recipe, combining chocolate, wine, and rosemary. Wow! What a combination. Try it…...
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AMUSING ANCIENT WINE FACTS!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments WINE HAS BEEN AROUND A LOOOOOONG TIME… We thought you would enjoy some funny facts related to wine, where it came from, what people thought of those who made it, and some of the myths that were created to support the rituals and beliefs of those involved in abiding these spirits.  Enjoy! In ancient Egypt, the ability to store wine until maturity was considered alchemy and was the...
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FUNNY NEW YEAR TRADITIONS!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments KEEPING AN EYE ON YOUR NEW YEAR TRADITION! Wine is a PERFECT accompaniment to just about any Tradition. In this new year of possibilities, try a wine that you have never had before. Don’t be frightened… if you have questions, just give us a call at our Tasting Room, and we would be happy to advise you. To follow, are some tradtions that we thought you would find amusing. Where did...
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RECIPE — “OAKCREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY SALMON with WINE SPICE RUB!”

Posted in Blog | 2 comments PRIVATE PARTY FOR 2? Sometimes, after the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you just want to sit back and spend time with that one special person in your Life, without the hectic banter of others. What better way to ring in the New Year, than with a simple, sensational fireside meal of Salmon, a lovely salad, crusty bread, a glass of wine, and a light dessert. Below we have created a meal for...
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CELEBRATE 2011 — RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments CELBRATE 2011 WITH RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS! With each passing year, we at OAKCREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY have noticed that it becomes more and MORE important to be kind to others… no matter what species, color, gender, what part of the planet you may live upon. Look around you; notice people and their perhaps plight. Is there something you can do to make them smile? It doesn’t...
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Planning A Wedding With Wine!

Posted in Blog | 0 comments A wedding is the most important event that can happen between two people… Even in Biblical days, wine was an important part of every wedding. If you recall Jesus’ first miracle, he was asked to bring in more wine, when the festivity’s supplies were running low! There are wines for every set of taste buds. You can have sweet wines, sparkling wines, red wines for meals, and...
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“Fire” Our Newest Baby!

Posted in Blog | 2 comments  FIRE!  A MUST! This new, heart-warming wine has already been getting rave reviews….a delicious blend of Sangiovese, Zinfandel, and Syrah.  Take a short drive to our vineyard over the weekend for a taste of FIRE!  Our welcoming tasting room is beautifully decorated for the holidays, with many marvelous gifts for the ‘wine lovers’ on your list.  While you are there, sample...
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