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Wine Enthusiast talks about Wine and Music
Wine Enthusiast Magazine online just published a cool article on Music and Wine Collaborations. Wines That Rock is happy to be at the top of the list!
Here is an excerpt:
It’s an unwritten rule that a successful party requires alcohol and a great soundtrack. But who knew that so many musicians (specifically those in the rock n’roll category) have a hand in wine production? Here are ten wine and rock pairings that may surprise you:
1. Wines That Rock, the brain child of rock business managers RZO and Mendocino Wine Company, has three wines in release that were inspired by iconic classic rock recordings:
- Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon Cabernet Sauvignon
- The Rolling Stones’ Forty Licks Merlot
- and Woodstock Chardonnay
According to winemaker Mark Beaman, “With Wines That Rock our focus is to combine these two sensory based experiences into a meaningful sum that is greater than its parts. Think of it as a sort of audio aromatherapy.”
He article goes on to discuss severl other Music and Wine collaborations. Check out the full article here.
Thanks Wine Enthusiast Magazine!! Hail Hail Rock 'n Roll!
Jul 23, 2010 at 11:50 AM
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Wines That Rock in Pittsburgh
Hello Pittsburgh
So we just got back from our quick trip to Pittsburgh. The folks over at Ditka's Restaurant hosted a Wines That Rock party this past Friday night and it was really a great event. The Chefs at Ditka's created some great appetizers & dishes and paired them with Wines That Rock.
In addition, DVE the local Rock Radio Station in Pittsburgh jammed out the tunes during the event. It was a classic food, music & wine pairing. We met lots of great people, drank some great wine, ate amazing food, and listened to some classic music. A Rocking good time in Pittsburgh!
Special thanks to our friend Michelle Michaels over a DVE. As soon as we got into town we stopped by the station and did a fun radio interview. Have a listen to Howard chatting it up with the folks at DVE.
The first of three events featured our Pink Floyd Cabernet. In the coming months, Ditka's has two upcoming events in July and August.
July 23 will feature the Rolling Stones 40 Licks Merlot and then in August 27th, Ditka's hosts the third Wines That Rock event featuring the Woodstock Chardonnay. Both upcoming events Ditka's restaurant will feature classic pairings of food, wine and music and you should make it a point to get over there for these events.
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Ditka's of Pittsburgh ditkasrestaurants.com 1 Robinson Plaza Pittsburgh, PA 15205 (412) 722-1555 |
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July 23rd - Rolling Stones Merlot
August 27th - Woodstock Chardonnay
Also special thanks to the crew at Ditka's in Pittsburgh. You guys are fun to work with and we really enjoyed the event. BTW, the food was great!
Wines That Rock in People Magazine
Wines That Rock is featured in People Magazine's 'Fathers Day Guide' - More than 40 perfect gifts were selected for Fathers Day, and not a tie in sight. Everything featured is under $50! Thanks People Magazine!!
Wines That Rock is featured in People Magazine's 'Fathers Day Guide'
Wine of the Week
The Daily Sip has just made Wines That Rock it's Wine of the Week.
Amongst our favorite quotes from the article are:
The Dark Side of the Moon Cab struck the biggest chord with us at The Daily Sip™. It’s round and full, with flavors of blackberry, cassis and a touch of oak. After a couple glasses you’ll be singing “Money!” as you refill.
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If you’re really a die hard, tee up the Wizard of Oz, and uncork that bottle of The Dark Side of the Moon after the third roar of the lion. - WE LOVE THAT!!!
Check out the full article here
Best Gifts in Movies and Music
Wines Tht Rock was featured on the CBS Morning Show in their Special Holiday Gift Guide
Best Gifts in Movies and Music
Entertainment Weekly and Billboard Magazine Offer Last-Minute Film and Song Gift Suggestions
In the "Early Show" series, "Early Holiday Unwrapped", Dalton Ross, assistant editor of Entertainment Weekly magazine, and Bill Werde, editorial director of Billboard magazine gave suggestions to wow your loved ones with best music based gifts this holiday season.
ABOUT WINES THAT ROCK:
"A unique gift", Werde said, is a collection of music-inspired wines. According to Werde, "this is a great gift for music lovers who also just happen to love wine."
He said, "Who can resist a bottle of wine, especially with an iconic album cover as its label?"
Thanks for the mention CBS Early Show!!
Fox News: Blending Rock and Roll with Wine
Wines That Rock on Fox News
FOX 2 - St. Louis: Blending Rock and Roll with Wine
Wines That Rock partner Ron Roy was recently featured on the FOX Morning Show in St. Louis. He discussed with hosts Randi Naughton and John Pertzborn the history of the company, how we blended the worlds of wine and music and some other interesting insights when it comes to “tasting the music”.
Good Job Ron!!
PRESS MENTION: Showbiz 411.com
Showbiz 411.com
...Bono, The Edge, and Mick Jagger were among those who couldn’t get enough of a Dark Side of the Moon Cabernet Sauvignon, Rolling Stones Forty Licks Merlot, and a Woodstock Chardonnay. This is a great idea that someone should have thought of a long time ago: the wines come from the award winning Mendocino Wine Company with beautiful labels and the real stuff inside. Delicious.
Press Mention:ELLE Magazine
Vino Varieties Inspired by Classic Albums
"these are no mere novelty acts: I indulged in Forty Licks Merlot on Thanksgiving, and it went down like cherries and cinnamon; the Woodstock Chardonnay had the mineral, fruity brightness of liquid sunshine. I haven’t uncorked the Dark Side of the Moon yet, but I’m thinking I’ll have to cue it up with a Wizard of Oz screening"
Today Show Features Wines That Rock
The Today show featured Wines That Rock on the Today Show this morning as one of the coolest Holiday Gifts of 2009
GQ magazine’s style editor Adam Rapoport presents some of the coolest gifts for 2009, and Wines THat Rock made the list!
"When you go to Christmas parties, and you bring a bottle of wine, the host don't remember who gave them. they forgets who brought them. They will NOT forget these - WINES THAT ROCK, you've got Pink Floyd, The Stones, Woodstock - You can't go wrong & they will NOT forget these bottles - the Wine is VERY good"
- GQ magazine’s style editor Adam Rapoport
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