November 18 Dinner Recap
On November 18 a fortunate group of Geneva Lakes area professional women enjoyed another delightful evening at Café Calamari in Williams Bay. In addition to the networking and open exchanges always enjoyed, WE also had the opportunity to learn about estate wines from Professional du Vin, Steven David, owner of Niche Wine Marketing Inc.
Steven shared 30 years of experience and passion, and three wines which he recommends for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. The featured wines are available for purchase locally at the Green Grocer in Williams Bay, and The Cheese Box in Lake Geneva.
First, WE sampled a nice Chardonnay from Paso Robles, California. The Eberle 2008 Chardonnay, owned by former Penn State linebacker Gary Eberle, is a 100% varietal and received a 90-point rating. In case any of us have fallen prey to the “bad rap” Chardonnay may mistakenly receive, the wine expert shared with us that “Chardonnay is actually the mother grape of Burgundy,” and should not be under-appreciated. Next WE enjoyed Inurrieta 2008 Mediadia, a lovely pink Rose, made from 100% Grenache grapes in Spain. Not to be mistaken with a white zinfandel, this slightly dry option is “one of the oldest and most noble wines to be served with dinner,” according to Steven. WE finished with “the serious stuff” – a 2007 McGuigan Merlot from the Limestone Coast of Australia. “This rich, savory, wine is chock-full of resveratrol, the natural life-enhancer,” we were told.
Niche Wine Marketing represents only estate wines, “which means we work with limited production facilities, where the owner stays with the grapes from the moment they are planted through the moment they are bottled, nurturing them every step of the way.” Steven David personally visits most of these wineries, around the globe, and distributes favorites through local eateries and boutique retail outlets. Watch for the January issue of The Spirit of Geneva Lakes for lots more great information on this fascinating and tasty topic…
Announcements Worth Noting:
Join WE Members, friends, and the community at The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa Saturday, November 21 for the Taste of Home - Festive in a Flash cooking demonstration, shopping and more…
WE Members and Friends are attending opening week shows of Hooray For Holidays! at Grand Geneva at discount prices! Be sure to let Denise know if you want to join our group on Friday evening, November 27.
Becky Merwin, Board Member of the Walworth County Fair was proud to announce that the legendary Beach Boys will be back on stage at the 2010 Fair!
Karen Ramsett, investment advisor, will have exciting news about new developments in her team coming soon.
In a discussion regarding business training, Tracey Hennessey mentioned some great upcoming programs through WCEDA (Walworth County Economic Development Alliance) – www.walworthbusiness.com - See p.s. below.
WE Breakfast Roundtables are likely to return this winter. Denise will post updates soon.
Next meeting – (not so much a meeting…) - Wednesday, December 16 WE will gather at Café Calamari for an enjoyable stress-free holiday dinner. Please invite friends, family members, spouses, etc. for a night of celebration. (Yes – men are welcome.) Advance reservations required. Members and their guests $25; non-members $35 – includes three-course dinner, tax and gratuity. Cash bar available.
Happy Holidays Everyone!
Denise
p.s. - Thanks to Tracey Hennessey ~
Listening to Your Business™
Where is your business going in the next three years?
The Walworth County Economic Development Alliance, Inc. (WCEDA) is offering two, three hour workshops specifically designed for entrepreneurs. This program will help you evaluate and measure your personal and business strategies, answering the question, “What do I really want from by business, and how do I get it?”
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WCEDA will be holding workshops in Elkhorn and Whitewater. Registration is $75 per person, and seating is limited to 25 people.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Elkhorn
Gateway Technical College Room #112 (Elkhorn Campus)
8:30am - 12:00 Noon
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Whitewater
Cravath Lakefront Center
8:30am - 12:00 Noon