Happenings at TWC
Carl's Corner: Texas vs. France: French-origin Grape Varieties
A special wine pairing event scheduled at Texas Wine Collective on Sunday, 27-February, provides a fun opportunity to appreciate the similarities and differences between several key French origin grape varieties and the wines they produce both in France and Texas. There will be two sessions, 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm. To make this event even more special, Chef Amber, TWC assistant manager (tasting room and events), will prepare several delicious small bites to accompany the wines. Have fun tasting these delicious wines and join in the fun discussions. For more information and to make a reservation, check the www.texaswinecollective.com website. Continue »
Feb 15, 2022 at 1:23 PM
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Fun TWC Events Abound!
The days are getting slightly longer, and despite a few cold days here and there, we’re all looking forward to warmer weather. But whether we get that when we want it or not, here at TWC we’re making plans for indoor and outdoor fun. And of course, it all involves WINE! Continue »
Feb 8, 2022 at 1:34 PM
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Wine Club Release- February 2022
The new year, 2022, is well underway and it’s time for the February Texas Wine Collective Wine Club Release and Pick-up Events, scheduled for Sundays, 13-Feb and 20-Feb, with 11:00-1:30 or 2:30-5:00 sessions. The format will remain consistent with the opportunity to taste all 6 dry wines, red and white, along with 3 small-bite food pairings. Or, club members and their guests may choose a complimentary single glass of wine from the release list. There is also the option to taste the sweet wines if that is your club selection. Continue »
Feb 1, 2022 at 1:14 PM
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AVA On The Label – What Does it Mean? (Jan-2022 TX AVA #2)
Following the most recent Carl’s Corner that introduced Texas AVAs, you may wonder what is the point for having such territorial designations. An AVA designation on a wine label allows vintners to more accurately describe to consumers the origin of the grapes used to produce their wines and help consumers identify wines with characteristics they prefer to purchase. This involves a relatively complicated set of guidelines from the Alcohol and Tobacco, Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) under 27 CFR 4.25, some of which are summarized below. Continue »
Jan 22, 2022 at 10:15 AM
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What’s An AVA, Mama?
It has been suggested that to start this new year, 2022, a series of posts on AVAs, specifically Texas AVAs, be the focus for Carl’s Corner. So, what is an AVA, and what does an AVA mean for Texas? We will get to answers for these questions, and many more, below and over the next few issues. Let’s start with what is an AVA. Continue »
Jan 5, 2022 at 12:48 PM
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Carl’s Corner in Review for 2021
At year’s end it is rewarding to look back over the topics included in Carl’s Corner posts over the past 12 months. Twenty-five posts covered a range of topics that are summarized below. Unfortunately, I missed one publication date (03-15) due to hip replacement surgery. There was a 2020 summary post (12-21) that noted topics covered during the difficult 2020. Hopefully, during this more “normal” 2021, you have enjoyed the stories and the information provided has both enlightened and entertained. Here’s a look back at Carl’s Corner - 2021. Continue »
Dec 21, 2021 at 1:39 PM
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Paying It Forward: We Did It Again!
Since starting our TWC “Paying It Forward” program, we’ve asked our members and guests to help us out, but this time our team did it on our own. Read on to find out what we’ve been up to. Continue »
Dec 16, 2021 at 10:00 AM
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Cheese Burgers for the Holidays (Dec-2021)
With crazy Texas weather, it can be short sleeve warm or insulated parka cold in late November and December. If warm weather presents itself during the holiday season, backyard grilling can be fun. Continue »
Dec 8, 2021 at 9:39 AM
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Holiday Wine Selections – Nov-Dec, 2021
It seems amazing that it is Thanksgiving week, already. And Christmas and the New Year are just a few weeks away. Where has this year gone? We’ve had opportunities to enjoy and share a lot of good wines and good times in 2021, and now it’s time to consider wines that will accompany those special dinners and fun gatherings with family and friends. Here are some suggestions from the Texas Wine Collective portfolio that should brighten and enhance your holidays. Continue »
Nov 23, 2021 at 11:24 AM
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Tannins in Red Wines
When hosting wine tasting sessions at Texas Wine Collective, a question often asked is “What are tannins in wine, and why are they there?” I was reminded of this when a friend sent me a tasting note posted on www.cellartracker.com website comparing tannin qualities from two different Texas producers – basically, the taster complained about too much tannin in one producer’s wines. Being a subject that my friend and I had recently experienced and discussed, it seemed like a good topic for Carl’s Corner. Continue »
Nov 18, 2021 at 12:59 PM
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