THE GRAPEVINE

In this Issue:

  • Mountain Adventure Weekend
  • Spring Travel Packages
  • Meet Logan Tiebout
  • Upcoming Events
   
 

2013 Mountain Adventure Weekend

First time event kicks off wine sale

 

The 2013 Mountain Adventure Weekend takes place from April 19th-21st. It's a spring weekend dedicated to nature, outdoor recreation, mountain vistas, fresh air, great food, new friends, old friends, and of course awesome Chateau Morrisette wines. "We are thrilled to offer a new event that takes advantage of the natural resources both on the grounds and in the Parkway vicinity," said David Morrisette, President of Chateau Morrisette. The Adventure Weekend kicks off the annual Chateau Morrisette Wine Sale which lasts until April 30th. One and two-night travel packages are available on the website.

Official Event Poster

The event includes Skeet and Trap Shooting with celebrities from the Sportsman Channel's Muddy's Midwest Whitetail with Bill Winke, Southeast Show. Ronny Dalton, Willie Bryant and Dwayne Burnette spend time with guests helping them improve their shooting abilities or matching skills with the more experienced shooters. Skeet and Trap is offered on Saturday from 10-2 and costs start at $7.50 for 25 clays.

Reagan and Sheila Miles, owners of Winterfrost Farms in Radford, Virginia, will also be on hand to provide trail rides on horseback. These two local celebrities are known for their efforts to rescue and care for abused, neglected and surrendered horses. They will bring their Ride-A-Rescue program to the Winery for the day and offer guests the opportunity for 20 minute and hour-long trail rides around the estate. Prices range from $10-$30 depending on the length of the ride. Horseback riding is available from 10-5 and proceeds benefit the rescue efforts.

Photo: Winterfrost Farm

Other exciting events include a choice of hikes, from the easy Buffalo Mountain, to the moderate Black Ridge Trail in Rocky Knob, and for the experienced hiker, the 11-mile Rock Castle Gorge Loop Trail. Guides escort guests on the easy and moderate hikes and maps are provided for the strenuous 11-miler. A $5 fee applies to cover the cost of

transportation. Additionally, local Falconer, Lee Chichester will be at the Winery with two of her falcons. The co-authors of a new children's book about re-integrating the gray wolf into Yellowstone Park will also be on hand. Marilyn McGee and Gail McDiarmid spent seven years studying the gray wolf of Yellowstone and the Red Wolf of North Carolina before writing Running for Home. Finally, for those interested in fishing, Darin Gillenwater, a New River Valley fishing guide and owner of Greasy Creek Outfitters provides insights on fishing in the region, fly tying, cost-effective gear purchases, and a variety of tricks-of-the-trade gleaned from his many years fishing the region.

The Mountain Adventure Weekend features receptions on Friday and Saturday afternoons, a special Wild Game dinner menu at the Chateau Restaurant, and a closing brunch on Sunday. Wine tastings are complimentary at the receptions and a cash bar is available. All cases of wine are marked down 20% and select wines cases are 30% off. The wine sale lasts through the end of April and free shipping is offered on purchases exceeding $150.

For complete event information, download the Activity Guide on the Chateau Morrisette website. Reservations are highly recommended for all events and meals.

   

Weekend Getaway

Travel packages

 

Mountain Adventure Weekend Getaway
2-nights. $280 for two people. Package includes $200 gift certificate towards lodging at one of our participating partners, a $75 Chateau Morrisette Gift Card for use in the winery or the restaurant, and a bottle of Sweet or Red Mountain Laurel.

Mountain Blooms Spring Getaway
1-night. $210 for two people. Package includes $100 lodging coupon towards one night's accommodation at participating lodging; $75 Chateau Morrisette Gift Card for use in the restaurant, tasting room, or for online orders; a bottle of Sweet or Red Mountain Laurel to enjoy in your room or on the grounds and a Chateau Morrisette corkscrew.


 
 

Meet Logan Tiebout

Chateau Morrisette's Head Server

Logan has been a Chateau Morrisette associate for more than ten years. For most of that time, he's been a server at the Chateau Restaurant, although he did spend some time working in the winery. Born in Coco Beach, Florida, Logan was raised just north of Floyd in Riner, Virginia. Interestingly enough, Logan was raised vegetarian. It was not until he began working at the restaurant and needed to learn the difference between a filet and a t-bone that Logan began eating meat. "I've learned a lot about the culinary arts during my time with Chateau Morrisette; sampling an incredible diversity of foods and learning more about wine than I ever imagined I would know," Logan says. To provide quality customer service, it's important to know and share a variety of information that will enhance the overall customer experience. "You never know when you might be asked how tannins react to proteins," Logan jokes.

"You never know when you might be asked how tannins react to proteins," Logan jokes.

While the food and wine are interesting parts of his job, Logan's real motivation is his customers. Often requested by guests, Logan says, "it's like meeting up with old friends, we pick up right where we left off." Logan also enjoys meeting new customers and hearing their stories. He rarely writes down orders and is very good at making people feel welcome.

When not working, Logan likes basketball, frisbee golf, and spending time fixing up the house he recently purchased in Floyd. But mostly, he likes spending time with his "wonderful girlfriend, Kelley," who, by the way, also works at Chateau Morrisette. Say hello to Logan next time you visit the restaurant.



Upcoming Events

Too Good to Miss


March 31

Easter Sunday Brunch
11AM-3PM
Make a day of it and enjoy a wine tasting and tour.

April 19-21

Mountain Adventure Weekend
(see article page 1)

April 19-30

Annual Wine Sale
20% off all cases of wine, 30% off selected cases. Kennel Club discounts apply. Order online, by phone, or purchase at the winery. Remember, free shipping on orders over $150 (sorry, not yet available for online orders).

Black Dog Music Festivals

Rhythm and Vine - July 6
The Greencards. headline.

Dangermuffin opens. Come out and enjoy the wines of 5 Virginia wineries.

Black Dog Blues Festival
August 10
J.J. Gray and Mofro headline.
Rosco Bandana opens.


Black Dog BBQ Festival
September 14
Donna The Buffalo headlines.
Big Daddy Love opens.

Black Dog Beach Blast
October 12
The Tams headline.
North Tower Band opens.

For a complete list of upcoming events, visit our events calendar at www.thedogs.com.

(Events subject to change)


Feedback of the Month

"In honor of 2013's "Open that Bottle Night," we opened a bottle of Chateau Morrisette's 2000 Pinot Noir. I was apprehensive about a Pinot Noir that is 13 years old, but I can't begin to tell you how good it was. I've had it in my cellar since it was released and I held off for a special occasion. Well, tonight was that "special occasion." The wine was soft and subtle, just like a Pinot Noir should be. We enjoyed it with crab cakes followed by strawberries and whipped cream. I also have a 2005 Pinot Noir I'm saving for another special occasion."

Wayne Adams
Copper Hill, VA
Kennel Club Member

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Free Shipping

On orders over $150

Now when you order cases of Chateau Morrisette wines, we will ship to you for free. Your order must total $150 (after any eligible discounts are applied). We use Standard UPS Ground Shipping Only. Free shipping is available on purchases made at the winery or ordered by phone. Please call 540-593-2865 to place your order today. (A handling fee of $5 per case will be charged).

(We will be able to offer you complimentary shipping on web orders too beginning in April).

The Grapevine is published by: Chateau Morrisette Winery 287 Winery Road SW Floyd, Virginia 24091

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