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Derek Trucks Band is Rockin it!
OK Wines that Rock Fans, check out this fun little story.
So, we heard it through the grape vine (sorry about that) that Derek Trucks of The Allman Brothers Band and The Derek Trucks Band - sighted up Wines That Rock and loved it...
As soon as we heard that, we shipped Derek and the Band out a little care package. Cheers Derek (and band)! We are big fans over here at the Wines That Rock headquarters. We’ve been grooving to the new Album Roadsongs all week.
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Do yourself a favor and give it a listen. They have the whole thing streaming for free on their site. |
If you’ve never heard any of their music, get on this! Derek has been called "the most awe-inspiring electric slide guitar player performing today"
Nuff Respect to Derek Trucks Band!
Cheers
The Wines That Rock Team
Jul 30, 2010 at 12:25 PM
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Rolling Stones 40 Licks Merlot Launch Party - Friday, July 25
Over 80 hardcore music lovers joined Ditka’s of Pittsburgh, Michele Michaels, DVE and United Airlines for a rockin evening of amazing wine, classic Stones music and kick-ass food.
Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon Cabernet and Rolling Stones 40 Licks Merlot were huge hits with the guests who plan to be back for the Woodstock Chardonnay Launch Party August 27.
Get over there people. Ditk's knows how to throw a rockin wine party!
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!
Pittsburgh gets it's Rock On
If you live Pittsburgh, you owe it to yourself to check out this cool wine tasting / Music Listening / Food Pairing perfect combo.
Wines that Rock Summer Series continues TONIGHT, Friday July 23rd at Ditka's of Pittsburgh. A Wines That Rock Celebration! Special Feature tonihgt: The Officail Launch of ROLLING STONES 40 Licks Merlot in Pittsburgh.
Great Wine, Kick-Ass Food & Legendary Music. $45
Location: Ditka's of Pittsburgh
1 Robinson Plaza, Building One, First Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
ph. 412-722-1555
Both Michele Michaels from DVE and Michele Roberts from Ditka's will be onhand. Trust us, it's worth the price of admission just to hang out with these ladies! Have fun tonight at Ditka's!
How to Throw a Rockin Wine Party
This is an easy formula.
1. Get your hands on some Wines That Rock
2. Throw some Rolling Stones, Woodstock & Pink Floyd on the Sound System
3. Pop the cork, Turn up the Music, and Enjoy the taste of Wines That Rock
This formula works!
Check out this note from a customer in Texas:
"I just threw a party last week and a Spec's wine specialist recommended The Wines That Rock as a cool party wine, but also he told me that these wines would exceed my expectations in quality as well. I was mildly skeptical, but I took him at his word and man HE WAS RIGHT! The Forty Licks Merlot and Woodstock Chardonnay were a Mega Hit! Thank You Spec's and Wines That Rock."
- Ron Keever, Woodlands TX
Thanks to Specs in Texas for recomending the wines and to Ron for sharing his experience. DO TRY THIS AT HOME!
Check out some more comments and mentions about Wines That Rock
Wines That Rock in Connecticut
OK, we just added 54 new location in the great state of Connecticut that now carry Wines That Rock. Check out our Store Locator CT, and go get it.
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!
Tour of Florida
Wow, just got back from our Wines That Rock Tour of Florida.
Fun trip. We met lots of new friends and saw lots of old friends as well. Thanks to the Orlando crew for coming out and saying Hello. Izzy, Amy, Kelly, David W., Ben, Gino and Lisa, and so many others. Check out some photos from our Tour of Florida! Special Thanks to Terry at ABC for all the support! We hade a blast.
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 and Music
Wine and Music
The initial challenge of crafting a wine to music. This was like building a bridge between the sense of sound and taste. No one doubts that particular aromas and flavors trigger emotional responses from us. The scent of pumpkin pie can take you back to Thanksgivings past, just like an album can turn back the hands of time. The area of the brain that is stimulated by music and flavor recognition are the same residence of your head.
My goal is to merge these two pleasurable sensations and link a linear path leading to a profound and significant synergy.
Tune into your glass. Wines That Rock.
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