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2011 Event Recap


The 2011 Wine Lovers Weekend was a journey in extremes. From the "90 Plus" Welcome Reception featuring a wide selection of 90+ rated wines to the "Value Wine" Tasting and Program showcasing great wines available for under $9.99, Wine Lovers participants sampled an amazing range of wines. The weekend included special meals at Vinny Vanucchi's 'Little Italy,' Frank O'Dowd's Irish Pub & Grill and One Elezven Main which were served only to Wine Lovers participants.

2011 PHOTOGRAPHS
 
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2011 RECIPES
 

Visit the Recipes page for a sample recipes from the 2011 event.

THANK YOU
 

A special thank you to everyone involved in this a one-of-a-kind event:

  • Jeff Bridgeman, Jim Clark, Mark Huggins & Joe Tarara, Southern Wine & Spirits
  • Ryan Asta & Tod Rothenberger, Wertz Beverage
  • Mike Fleming, Castle Brands - Clontarf
  • Robert & Sonet Birnecker, Koval Distillery
  • Pure Wine Company
  • Iowa Wine Tours
  • Chef Robin Fleetwood and the staff at Vinny Vanucchi's 'Little Italy'
  • Chef Ryan Boughton and the staff at One Eleven Main
  • Chef Char Scace and the staff at Frank O'Dowd's Irish Pub & Grill
  • The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel and staff