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Wed, May 14th
Wine Tasting in the Trapp Family Lodge Wine Cellar

Wednesday, May 14th 4:00 to 6:00 We will be tasting new releases of Argentine Reds from Mendoza, for inclusion on our list. Robert Boehme of Vermont Wine Merchants Company will be on hand to discuss the wines and answer any questions. In 1534 two European settlers, a priest named Father Cidr�n and Juan Juffr�, the founder of the town of Mendoza, planted the first vines in Argentina. When Spaniards first set foot in these lands inhabited by the Huarpe Indians, they discovered that the native population grew crops in this desert climate. It was, however, the Incas who had brought the required wisdom to give life to this area. Artificial irrigation was already an established practice among the original inhabitants of western Argentina when the first Europeans arrived. In the 19th century, the industry began to grow due to an influx of Italian and Spanish immigrants who brought new vines and a wealth of viticultural and wine-making techniques to the area. The introduction of European varieties such as Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chenin Blanc substantially improved the quality of Argentine wine. Malbec has found uniquely favourable growing conditions in Argentina and there is no doubt that Argentine Malbec is one of the most successful and delicious in the world. Its intense colour, aromas of berry fruit, plums and honey and its ability to ripen to perfection create wines of a velvety texture and long, soft flavour. The format will be casual, walk around with cheese and bread. The wines featured will be:
Crios de Susana Balbo, 50% Syrah & 50% Bonarda 2006
Crios de Susana Balbo, Malbec 2007
La Posta, Malbec, �Angel Paulucci Vineyard� 2006
Tikal, 60% Bonarda & 40% Malbec, �Patriota� 2005
Ben Marco, Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 A sign-up sheet will be available at the front desk (802-253-5742 or 800-826-7000) and there will be a $15.00 fee per person.

STOWE AREA ASSOCIATION

Working Together to Support and Promote Stowe Business

THE VISION

Stowe is a vibrant, sophisticated, year-round, international mountain resort community, offering abundant historical, cultural and recreational activities, while celebrating and encouraging the preservation of our natural beauty, serenity and resources, in partnership with the Stowe community.

Stowe has positioned itself as an upscale community welcoming visitors to share the magnificent scenery while enjoying first class lodging, shopping, dining and activities. We will continue to strengthen this position by working to preserve our open spaces and farms, improving our Village and Mountain infrastructure, training our work-force, capturing more high end events, and growing the occupancy year round.

THE MISSION

To market and sell the natural beauty of Stowe, its cultural and recreational opportunities and member businesses, while simultaneously enhancing the quality experience for our guests and the quality of life of the residents, in a manner which improves the economic well-being of the community and consciously promotes environmental integrity.

The mission of the organization reflects the highest priority of our members-new business development. Stowe Area Association is first and foremost a tourism marketing organization, and secondly a chamber of commerce.

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