The Collection at Riverpark, Oxnard hosts the annual Wine Trail Celebration for the second time

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/22/2014 -- The Ventura County Wine Trail brings the 7th annual Wine Trail Celebration to Ventura County, June 19th, 2014. The festival will be held at The Collection at Riverpark, Oxnard for the second year - West Ventura County's newest shopping, dining and entertainment destination. The festival will be located on Park View Court, an outdoor tree lined street featuring beautiful artwork by Michael Amescua.

The festival will feature Ventura County's local boutique wineries; each sharing their latest releases. For wine lovers, this event is truly unique – as local wine makers bring in grapes from every major growing region across California (from Napa Valley to Santa Barbara). This allows Ventura County Wine Trail tasters to experience the very best of California wine county – all without the road trip. This event will boast more than 30 different varietals and blends, and provide an opportunity to meet the wine makers behind them.

In addition to the lineup of wines, guests will taste the very best in local cuisine – fresh from the area's hottest restaurants. Chefs prepare their signature dishes onsite for attendees to enjoy over the three hour festival.

This year's special musical guests are local favorites, Blue Latitude is classic rhythm and blues, soul, Motown and rock and roll band. This 12 piece band, featuring female and male lead vocals, and a 5 piece horn line is perfect for the Ventura County Wine Trail celebration. The Blue Latitude's flexible repertoire features favorites from the 1960's through today's hits.

Between delicious wines, mouthwatering fare and unforgettable music – the 7th annual Ventura County Wine Trail Celebration is a festival not to miss.

The festival begins at 5:30pm, June 19th, 2014. Event tickets are available for $40 and for sale online at www.VenturaCountyWineTrail.com, and for $50 at the door. All of the evening's proceeds will be donated to the Ventura County FOOD SHARE, a food bank that houses and distributes millions of pounds of food each year to the hungry of Ventura County.

All wine and food is included in the price of admission, along with souvenir wine glass and parking. Taxi and limousine services will also be available. This is a 21+ only event. This is a great opportunity to experience fine wines and incredible food, while helping some of the area's most needy.

For more information about the Ventura County Wine Trail, visit www.VenturaCountyWineTrail.com or contact Lauren Belshe at (805) 983-1560.

About the Ventura County Wine Trail
The Ventura County Wine Trail is the source for the wine culture destinations of the gateway to the Central Coast.

The Ventura County Wine Trail features artisan wineries, as well as the hottest entertainment destinations in Ventura County. Everything from unique wine tasting tours, outstanding restaurants, hotels, shopping, sailing and more can be found along the trail.

Each year the Ventura County Wine Trail releases a map of featured destinations. The map was designed as a full-service tool for tourists and local alike, highlighting some of the best the county has to offer. Using the map, it's easy to plan an entire visit to the area, complete with a shuttle-led wine tasting trip, family entertainment, shopping destinations, hotel stay, and dining suggestions. The Ventura, Ojai and Oxnard Convention and Visitors' Bureaus have also joined in on the project, offering visitors a more complete resource for information on activities to do in the area.

Whether visiting the area or enjoying a 'staycation', the Ventura County Wine Trail is the guide to creating an amazing wine country destination get-away. For more information visit www.VenturaCountyWineTrail.com

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Herzog Wine Cellars has been awarded a 93-point Platinum award and three silver medals at the 2014 San Diego International Wine Competition.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/05/2014 -- The 2014 San Diego International Wine Competition attracts wine makers from around the world, and celebrated its 31st annual competition. Of the competitors, Herzog Wine Cellars achieved three silver awards and a standard-setting Platinum award that earned them 93 points of a possible hundred.

Now having awarded 1,031 medals to wines from over 17 countries, the competition is a well respected authority. Exceptional wines were recognized with silver, gold and platinum awards. For the first time however, gold and platinum wines were also assigned a numerical rating arrived at by a consensus of each judging panel.

The three-person blind tasting panel comprised of experienced wine professionals, including winemakers, sommeliers and wine journalists, who awarded Herzog Wine Cellars a Platinum award for their Eagles Landing 2012 Syrah Paso Robles, with 93 points in consensus.

The winery also picked up three silver commendations, for the Baron Herzog 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles, Baron Herzog 2012 Chenin Blanc Clarksburg and the Herzog Late Harvest 2012 Chenin Blanc Clarksburg.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "We are delighted to receive such recognition from an institution as well respected as the San Diego International Wine Competition, which has seen fit to honor all four of the wines submitted with these wonderful awards. It is always heartening to our team when the hard work and dedication, traditional methods of production and carefully tended vines yield award-winning results."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's commitment to excellence. Only the finest fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. Joe Hurliman then searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across throughout the world. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Herzog Wine Cellars are hosting a new wine tasting guide that will allow beginners and enthusiasts to hone their palette and get the best experience from great wines.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/14/2014 -- For many, wine is a nice tasting drink to be enjoyed with dinner. However, there is a whole art not just to the creation of wine but to its enjoyment too, a ritualized taste experience that resembles the Japanese tea ceremony in its reverence and discipline, and committing to this process allows people to enjoy wine on a whole new dimension. For anyone in Ventura Country interested in finding out more about wine tasting, Herzog Wine Cellars are now offering a wine tasting guide that will teach people how to enjoy wine as never before.

Herzog's head wine-maker Joe Hurliman has devised a series of top tips that will allow individuals to evaluate wine like a pro. The secret is to use all the available senses.

Joe recommends first looking at the wine against the light, with a napkin, tissue or white paper behind it to check its color for depth and clarity. Next, swirl the wine in the glass to oxygenate the tannins and activate the flavor, as well as freeing particles into the air within the top of the glass to be smelled.

Smelling the wine should begin away from the glass and move closer to fully appreciate the contrast as the scent intensifies. The key to all good wine tasting however is expectorating. Not, in fact, a spell from Harry Potter, expectorating means saturating all taste-buds by rolling the wine around the mouth to detect its texture, sweet, sour, salty, bitter and savory notes. Breathing in through the mouth over the top of the wine then out from the nose reveals new scents by aerating the particles.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "All these processes allow people to evaluate their own individual experience of a wine, and all these processes allow people to evaluate their own individual experience of a wine, and like all good things it gets better with practice. The palette will begin to attune to the experience and the brain will make better sense of all the stimulation coming its way once they have been separated like this. By following this process, beginners can become experts, and explore and discover all the great things layered into a Herzog wine."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California is Herzog Wine Cellars. Under the eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's commitment to excellence. Only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/08/2014 -- This January, the Ventura County Wine Trail's Local Food & Wine Challenge returns to Ventura County. Teams of local wineries and restaurants will match up to see who can create the best food and wine pairing in Ventura County. The winner of the "Best Food & Wine Pairing" award will be chosen by a blind-tasting panel of judges, and announced during the evening. Attendees will also have a part to play in choosing their favorite food and wine pairing for the "People's Choice" award. Together, the very best pairings will be selected and awarded the 2014 trophies. This year, the event will be held at the newly remodeled Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort.

Last year's competition was very well received, drawing a sold out attendance of foodies and wine enthusiast to taste and choose a favorite. This year, there will be an even wider array of wineries and restaurants competing. Proceeds from the event will be donated to Ventura County FOOD Share – one of the area's largest food banks.

"We are thrilled to bring this event back to Ventura County", says Lauren Belshe, director of the Ventura County Wine Trail. "It is the perfect evening for locals and visiting wine and food lovers to experience the very best of our community's amazing wine and fare – all while they help feed our county's most needy."

The third annual Local Food & Wine Challenge will take place January 23, 2014, from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort. This event is open to public, though seating is limited. Tickets are available on the Ventura County Wine Trail website (www.venturacountywinetrail.com) for $55. The ticket price includes food, wine, parking, champagne reception and live jazz. Proceeds from the evening will be donated to Ventura County FOOD Share. Complimentary self parking for guests will be provided, and valet parking is available for $8.00 per car. Attendees of this event must be 21 and over.

For more information about the Ventura County Wine Trail, visit www.VenturaCountyWineTrail.com or contact Lauren Belshe at (805) 983-1560.

About the Ventura County Wine Trail
The Ventura County Wine Trail is a comprehensive guide to the wine culture destinations of Ventura County. The Wine Trail features more than 20 artisan wineries, each producing award-winning wines made from the grapes of California's most regarded growing regions. Locals and visitors of Ventura County can use the Ventura County Wine Trail to discover tasting rooms, wine events and popular local attractions. Everything from unique wine tasting tours, gourmet cuisine, hotels, shopping, sailing and more can be found along the trail. For more information and a calendar of events, visit VenturaCountyWineTrail.com

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New ‘first of its kind’ wine tasting room in Oxnard California is opened by California Welcome Centers and the Ventura County Wine Trail

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/08/2014 -- For years, California Welcome Centers – California's Official State Visitor Centers – have offered valuable information and specialized services for today's travelers. In a first time ever partnership between one of the 19 centers and California's growing wine industry, the California Welcome Center of Oxnard has joined with the Ventura County Wine Trail to present visitors with a 'sneak peak of Ventura County winemaking' and the local wine industry by offering guests of the center the opportunity to taste local wines in an automated wine tasting area.

This cutting-edge wine counter will offer 13 wines from the area's leading purveyors, as well as scheduled meet and greets with the wine makers themselves. These boutique wineries of Ventura County source grapes from nearly every major wine growing region in California – from Napa Valley to Santa Barbara; so visitors of this tasting room can actually taste through California wine country without a road trip. Each winery will put its best foot forward in placing their best wine to showcase the region (Ventura County).

The newly built California Welcome Center of Oxnard is located just off of U.S. Route 101 freeway, in the heart of The Collection at RiverPark – a new premiere shopping center. Surrounded by a unique mix of shops, restaurants and outdoor people spaces that boldly embrace the coastal California climate and lifestyle, visitors of the center can enjoy local wine tasting, great food and entertainment. The California Welcome Center of Oxnard will celebrate its grand opening December 4th.

David Whittemore of the Ventura County Wine Trail explained, "We are very excited to bring this new concept to visitors of Southern California. The wineries of Ventura County celebrate the differences unique to each of California's wine growing regions, and produce award winning wines from their favorite varietals. For years, wine lovers from across the country have explored our urban wine trail and local wine culture. With this first ever partnership, locals and travelers visiting the center will gain a greater understanding of the Ventura County wine industry, enjoy wine tastings and purchase bottles of the wine varieties that they enjoy. This has never been done before, and we hope to begin a trend in California Welcome Centers everywhere."

For more information about the Ventura County Wine Trail, visit www.VenturaCountyWineTrail.com or contact Lauren Belshe at (805) 983-1560.

About the Ventura County Wine Trail
The Ventura County Wine Trail is a comprehensive guide to the wine culture destinations of Ventura County. The Wine Trail features more than 20 artisan wineries, each producing award-winning wines made from the grapes of California's most regarded growing regions. Locals and visitors of Ventura County can use the Ventura County Wine Trail to discover tasting rooms, wine events and popular local attractions. Everything from unique wine tasting tours, gourmet cuisine, hotels, shopping, sailing and more can be found along the trail. For more information and a calendar of events, visit VenturaCountyWineTrail.com

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Tierra Sur returns to its annual tradition of fine dining inspired by the noble Scotch whisky, crafting dishes to complement exclusive Tomintoul aged scotch imported from Scotland for the occasion.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/20/2013 -- Tierra Sur is nestled comfortably within the grounds of the award winning Herzog Wine Cellars and has a record-breaking rating from the ZAGAT guide. What has set them apart as outstanding to so many patrons is their diary of exclusive events that promises tantalising and rare culinary experiences. After last year's runaway success, Tierra Sur is once again hosting their Scotch Dinner (2013) to bring the warmth of fine whisky to the cold winter nights.

Starting at 6.30pm, the dining event will be curated by Shlomo S Blashka, a special guest and ambassador of the Tomintoul brand who will guide diners through the evening to discover the subtleties of flavor in some of the finest whiskeys in the world.

The event will feature 14, 16, 21 and 31 year old Tomintoul whiskeys imported from Scotland for the event, which will be paired with dishes crafted by Tierra Sur's expert team of chefs. The all-inclusive ticket price for the event is just $125.00, and guests must be at least 21 years of age. The night is set to be a cultural and culinary indulgence like no other.

Jonathan Auchterlonie, of Scottish descent, for Tierra Sur explained, "The evening celebrates the absolute finest Scotch and is designed to move from the excellent to the sublime to the transcendent as course by course, the whisky gets more rarefied and dignified. The courses themselves have been devised in consultation with our visiting expert Shlomo S Blashka to ensure the best pairings. With the all-inclusive ticket price, the event allows individuals to simply relax and indulge, and is exclusive to the first fifty people to make a booking. People can purchase their tickets via the website (TierraSurAtHerzog.com), and should do so quickly while there is still availability."

About Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
Situated inside Herzog Wine Cellars, Tierra Sur continues to receive national recognition as one of the finest restaurants in Southern California. Head Chef Gabriel Garcia and his team bring bold and exciting ideas to life-while using only seasonal ingredients, sourced fresh from local farmers. Year after year, Tierra Sur has received the highest ZAGAT ratings in Ventura County, and in the 2014 ZAGAT - the highest ratings ever for a kosher restaurant. Modern and inspired New American fare, the ambiance of dining inside of the area's largest winery delights guests in this truly one of a kind, farm to table concept restaurant. For more information, please visit: http://www.tierrasuratherzog.com/

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Tierra Sur has reached the highest ever kosher restaurant rating in the history of the guide, with strong scores in all criteria.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/20/2013 -- Fine dining is an indulgence that is enjoyed by a great many people to celebrate special occasions or to delight in new culinary experiences. For those in Southern California who enjoy both amazing wine and incredible food, it has long been the consensus that the Tierra Sur restaurant, nestled inside Herzog Wine Cellars, offers some of the best of both. That opinion has now been made fact by the newly published ZAGAT restaurant guide, which has afforded the restaurant the highest rating for a kosher restaurant in its history, and the highest rating in a 40 mile radius.

The ZAGAT guide 2014 has three distinct rating criteria of food, decor and service, which contribute to an overall rating. In each category, Tierra Sur excelled, scoring a 28 on food, a 23 on decor and a 27 on service.

The ratings serve to display a commitment to excellence in the whole experience of fine dining, with teams of staff and interior design elements hand-picked with the same dedication and craft as the ingredients that form their delicious dishes.

A spokesperson for Tierra Sur explained, "This is a huge honor for our chefs and the staff here at Tierra Sur. We would of course like to say thank you to the ZAGAT guide for this incredible recognition of all their hard work, but we also want to thank the friends and customers who have enjoyed our cuisine and shared special moments and meals with our Tierra Sur family. We are confident that many more amazing memories lay ahead of us for more and more valued customers, as our events calendar fills up with exclusive experiences to explore and discover new taste sensations."

About Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars
Situated inside Herzog Wine Cellars, Tierra Sur continues to receive national recognition as one of the finest restaurants in Southern California. Head Chef Gabriel Garcia and his team bring bold and exciting ideas to life-while using only seasonal ingredients, sourced fresh from local farmers. Year over year, Tierra Sur has received the highest ZAGAT ratings in Ventura County, and in the 2014 ZAGAT - the highest ratings in a 40 mile radius. Modern and inspired New American fare, and the ambiance of dining inside of the area's largest winery delight guests of this truly one of a kind, farm to table concept. For more information, please visit: http://www.tierrasuratherzog.com/

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Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/20/2013 -- Wine encourages a kind of enthusiasm for flavor not seen in many, if any other alcoholic drinks, perhaps because it is one of the most popular around the world. Despite the assumption that the best wine is made in France, competitors from Australia and California have been distinguishing themselves in recent years. One of the few to distinguish themselves on a global level is Herzog Wine Cellars, who this year created one of just five white wines in California to be named in the Top 100 World Value Wines by Wine Spectator.

Their Baron Herzog Chenin Blanc 2011 is available for just $10, and yet punches above its weight in quality and flavor. Only four other white wines from California made the list, together with three reds, all for under $15. The Chenin Blanc represents an easy-drinking wine ideal to be served chilled with chicken, turkey or fish.

Herzog Wine Cellars' foray into value wines represents the broad spectrum of their wines, having previous won three awards at the prestigious Los Angeles International Wine Competition for their fine wines.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "It is a great honor to receive such rarefied recognition from an institution such as Wine Spectator, especially in a global field of competition. To be one of just eight wines, and just five whites, from California to be named in the world-wide guide to the greatest wines is an amazing endorsement. It speaks to the success of our ongoing mission to be not just the best winery in California, but one of the best in the world. The Baron Herzog Chenin Blanc is available now from our online store and will make a perfect complement to Chanukah and Thanksgiving dinners."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Located within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California is Herzog Wine Cellars. Under the expert eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Herzog Wine Cellars is known for its award winning Californian wines, but its Tierra Sur restaurant is providing a new experience for its regulars with a Beer Pairing Dinner.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/25/2013 -- California is known around the world for wine, and well it should be: they create some of the finest wines in the world. And yet, California has even more to offer, and the Tierra Sur restaurant at Herzog Wine Cellars is proving just that by inviting the local Island Brewery to join them in a quest to match every dish on an exclusive menu with an exquisite locally brewed beer.

The chefs of Tierra Sur have teamed up with the local Brewmasters at Island Brewing Company to bring guests a Beer Pairing Dinner unlike any other. The menu will consist of course after course of incredible dishes prepared using only locally sourced ingredients from the surrounding farms, and each course will be paired with a specially selected craft beer from Island Brewery designed to complement the tastes of the dish.

Booking for the event is now open, and guests are encouraged to share the great times with their friends, and meet the Brewmasters behind one of the hottest local breweries in Ventura County. The brewers will discuss the methods with which they craft their beer and why certain types work best with certain dishes. It is an experience both educational and entertaining, and is not to be missed.

A spokesperson for Tierra Sur explained, "We are passionate about pairing fine dining with artisan beverages and we've been lucky to centre ourselves in an award winning winery. We understand the craftsmanship and skill that goes into great beer making, and are so excited to join with Island Brewing Company to bring this incredible night of flavor to Ventura County. We have created a dynamite pairing menu to compliment the diverse flavors of each featured beer. "

Tickets for the pairing dinner are now available at HerzogWineCellars.com. This is a sold out event, year after year, so beer enthusiasts are encouraged to purchase tickets early.

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Herzog Wine Cellars is located in the farm rows of Oxnard, California. Here, under the expert eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Guests of Herzog Wine Cellars experience a wine making legacy spanning nine generations, in a stylish and modern winery that is nothing less than au courant. The grounds feature a lavish granite tasting bar, private tasting rooms, boutique and outdoor terrace. Situated within the winery, Tierra Sur Restaurant boasts Mediterranean influenced seasonal cuisine, utilizing California produce –fresh from local farmers. For more information, please visit: http://herzogwinecellars.com/ or for more information on the event visit https://tierra-sur-beer-night-2013.eventbrite.com/

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The third annual Local Food & Wine Challenge will take place January 23, 2014, from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/24/2013 -- This January, the Ventura County Wine Trail's Local Food & Wine Challenge returns to Ventura County. Teams of local wineries and restaurants will match up to see who can create the best food and wine pairing in Ventura County. The winner of the "Best Food & Wine Pairing" award will be chosen by a blind-tasting panel of judges, and announced during the evening. Attendees will also have a part to play in choosing their favorite food and wine pairing for the "People's Choice" award. Together, the very best pairings will be selected and awarded the 2014 trophies. This year, the event will be held at the newly remodeled Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort.

Last year's competition was very well received, drawing a sold out attendance of foodies and wine enthusiast to taste and choose a favorite. This year, there will be an even wider array of wineries and restaurants competing. Proceeds from the event will be donated to Ventura County FOOD Share – one of the area's largest food banks.

"We are thrilled to bring this event back to Ventura County", says Lauren Belshe, director of the Ventura County Wine Trail. "It is the perfect evening for locals and visiting wine and food lovers to experience the very best of our community's amazing wine and fare – all while they help feed our county's most needy."

The third annual Local Food & Wine Challenge will take place January 23, 2014, from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at the Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort. This event is open to public, though seating is limited. Tickets are available on the Ventura County Wine Trail website (www.venturacountywinetrail.com) for $55. The ticket price includes food, wine, parking, champagne reception and live jazz. Proceeds from the evening will be donated to Ventura County FOOD Share. Complimentary self parking for guests will be provided, and valet parking is available for $8.00 per car. Attendees of this event must be 21 and over.

For more information about the Ventura County Wine Trail, visit www.VenturaCountyWineTrail.com or contact Lauren Belshe at (805) 983-1560.

About the Ventura County Wine Trail
The Ventura County Wine Trail is the source for the wine culture destinations of the gateway to the Central Coast.

A benefit for visitors and locals alike, The Ventura County Wine Trail features 18 artisan wineries, as well as the hottest entertainment destinations in Ventura County. Everything from unique wine tasting tours, outstanding restaurants, hotels, shopping, sailing and more can be found along the trail.

Each year the Ventura County Wine Trail releases a map of featured destinations. The map was designed as a full-service tool for tourists and local alike, highlighting some of the best the county has to offer. Using the map, it's easy to plan an entire visit to the area, complete with a shuttle-led wine tasting trip, family entertainment, shopping destinations, hotel stay, and dining suggestions. The Ventura, Ojai and Oxnard Convention and Visitors' Bureaus have also joined in on the project, offering visitors a more complete resource for information on activities to do in the area.

Visit VenturaCountyWineTrail.com to keep up to date on the hottest wine events in Ventura County. A detailed events calendar is constantly updated with the where's and when's – all conveniently displayed on the homepage.

Whether visiting the area or enjoying a 'staycation', the Ventura County Wine Trail is the guide to creating an amazing wine country destination get-away.

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Herzog Wine Cellars’ own award-winning winemaker Joe Hurliman will join Israel’s Gilad Flam at The Peninsula Beverly Hills for a Wine Maker Dinner to remember.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/08/2013 -- Wine is loved and enjoyed by millions of people around the world, yet only thousands know the art and craft of producing wine, and fewer still know how to create award winning wines that provide a heightened sense of artistry and subtlety of flavor. The Peninsula Beverly Hills has brought together not one, but two of the world's great wine makers to host a Wine Maker Dinner in California; Joe Hurliman of Herzog Wine Cellars (Oxnard, California) and Gilad Flam of Flam Winery (Judean Hills, Israel). The evening promises a unique and intimate view into experiences and insights of theses great winemakers.

This special event will take place on the October 10th and will present a delightful five course meal crafted for the occasion by Executive Chef David Codney and Sous Chef Oscar Garcia of The Belvedere at The Peninsula Beverly Hills. Each course will feature wines from both Herzog Wine Cellars and Flam Winery, pairing perfectly with the different dishes. At each guests table, the winemakers themselves will discuss what makes a wine suit each particular dish.

They will also give behind the scenes insights on the craft of wine making, and answer questions from guests on the nuances of flavours and recommendations, as well as anything else related to the wine industry. All reservations are to be made through The Peninsula.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "We are delighted that Joe has accepted the invitation from The Peninsula Beverly Hills to be a featured wine maker for this great event. The Peninsula Beverly Hills is a perfect host to delight patrons and excite the palette. Fantastic wine accompaniments have been specially chosen by the makers themselves, and are certain to astound Los Angeles wine lovers. Anyone passionate about wine and interested to find out more should not miss this amazing opportunity."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Situated within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Under head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's uncompromising commitment to excellence. Only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into memorable creations to be enjoyed around the world. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/20/2013 -- Rosh Hashanah, literally meaning Head of The Year, is the Jewish celebration of New Year according to the Jewish calendar, which changes its date on the traditional calendar every year but this year is celebrated from September 4th until September 6th. It is a two day celebration of the anniversary of Adam and Eve's creation, and as with many celebrations, wine features as part of the traditional Kiddush refreshments. Herzog Wine Cellars, California's finest winery, have released three Rosh Hashanah recommendations for this special time.

The first is Baron Herzog Chenin Blanc, 2012. A fresh wine with a round mouth feel, it has intense fruity notes of nectarine, gooseberry and pine with a bright, clean finish. Served chilled, this versatile wine is ideal as an aperitif or served with Challah. It also perfectly complements seasoned chicken and salmon dishes.

Next is the Herzog Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2010. The award-winning full-bodied wine exhibits potent blackberry, cherry and liquorice aromas and flavors, with essence of mocha and vanilla from barrel aging. The bold flavors and smooth tannins pair perfectly with lamb and beef brisket, making it a hearty wine for celebrations.

The final recommendation is the Herzog Late Harvest Orange Muscat, 2012. This wine is sure to help bring in a rich and sweet year with ripe essences of grape, apricot, and orange peel. Paired with honey cake, apples and anise, the Orange Muscat's light finish adds brightness to the palette without overpowering the delicacy of the fruit and honey.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "These three wines all have a unique and special flavor to bring to the table at a time of festivity and celebration, and perfectly complement the traditional flavors associated with this holiday season. The white, red, and orange Muscat provide such an abundant range of flavors between them that family, friends and respected guests will be surprised and delighted by this selection, which will be one of the highlights of the festivities."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Herzog Wine Cellars, considered one of California’s finest wineries, is offering to pay shipping on all orders of 12 bottles or more from August 25th - September 30th.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/19/2013 -- With summer starting to subside, the holiday season is fast approaching, with special occasions aplenty for people to look forward to. There is no better way for Americans to celebrate thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year than with America's finest wine, and Californian winery Herzog Wine Cellars is entering into the holiday spirit early with special offers on shipping throughout California Wine Month 2013.

Herzog Wine Cellars offers a wide selection of premium California wines from nearly every major wine growing region in California, from Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, to Clarksburg Chenin Blanc.

Herzog Wine Cellars is offering this shipping special to customers in New York, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, Texas, Colorado, Montana and California, the states which comprise the vast majority of their most loyal customers. Shipping to these regions will be paid on orders of twelve bottles or over $250 for specialist wine lovers buying vintages.

These savings can be better spent on trimmings for the turkey dinner or presents for the Christmas tree, allowing customers to please their palette and their wallet. The offer includes all wines offered by Herzog, from their newest ranges to their finest vintages, and will run from the end of August until the end of September, honoring California Wine Month.

David Whittemore, Marketing Director at Herzog Wine Cellars, explained, "We are very excited to share this shipping offer with our customers around the country, just in time for the holidays. Now is an ideal time to get a bargain on some of the finest wines California has to offer, ideal for celebrating these special occasions or for giving as gifts. We are inspired by the unique flavors found in each of California's wine growing regions, and we want to celebrate and share them with wine lovers everywhere."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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This year, tickets are almost sold out for Herzog Wine Cellars’ exclusive vineyard trip to Santa Ynez, where every whim will be catered for.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/24/2013 -- This year, Herzog Wine Cellars is presenting an extraordinary opportunity to wine lovers in California and from around the world to explore the workings of a real vineyard under the expert guidance of Master Wine Maker Joe Hurliman himself. The tour promises to be unmissable for wine lovers, owing to seven special reasons:

7. Ride in Style
Guests on the tour can park their car and be driven on a luxury bus through the beautiful mountain ranges to the vineyards of Santa Ynez.

6. A Warm Glow
Visitors can witness the sun setting over vines of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes amid stunning natural vistas.

5. Wine Secrets
Guests are invited to take a private tour of the vineyard with Master Wine Maker Joe Hurliman, and share in his passion for wine-making as he reveals the secrets of the masters.

4. Grapes Fresh From The Vine
Ripe grapes ready to be harvested for the year's vintage can be plucked straight from the vine to experience the raw flavour of real wine grapes.

3. Unforgettable Tastes
Guests will enjoy an intimate dinner prepared by specially commissioned chefs for the evening: Executive Chef Gabe and the chefs of the Tierra Sur restaurant- the best in a fifty mile radius.

2. Exclusive Wines
Tour guests will be the first in the world to experience the new Herzog Wine Cellars Estate Wine and Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon in a private, pre-release, world premier tasting.

1. Relax and Let Go
Guests can sit back for a moonlit ride to Herzog Wine Cellars when the evening is finished.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars elaborated, "These are seven great reasons why this tour will be unforgettable and tickets are selling out fast. The tour takes place on August 8th so it's essential for people passionate about great wine, superb food and spectacular views to book their places before it's too late. We do this once a year, but for our guests, it represents a once in a lifetime opportunity."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Select grapes produced specifically for Herzog wines are chosen from vineyards in California's most regarded appellations. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman creates inspiring blends of aroma, flavor and color, enjoyed the world over. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/19/2013 -- Now in its 74th year, the Los Angeles International Wine Competition is considered to be one of the most prestigious wine-tasting events in the United States. The competition features an esteemed panel of judges, and uses a blind-tasting approach that has remained foundational to the competition's professionalism for over 7 decades. The competition was held May 15-16 at the Fairplex in Pomona, CA, and saw Herzog Wine Cellars take home a gold medal for the 2011 Herzog Special Reserve Russian River Valley Chardonnay.

The wine, Herzog Special Reserve Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, 2011 won 'Best of Class' in the Chardonnay $30 and up category, beating fierce competition from other Californian wineries.

The wine competition attracted the most prestigious wineries in California and had a wide variety of classifications in which to be awarded. Herzog were said to be thrilled with the victory, and celebrated with a glass of the award winning chardonnay.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "We are thrilled to receive not one but two awards for our special reserve chardonnay. The Herzog wine competition 2013 winner will be commercially available as a limited edition for those who have a fine taste in chardonnay and would like to experience the best wine in its class from the best winery in California. By visiting our winery, potential customers can partake in wine tastings of this and more award winning wines, as well as take part in exclusive events and activities."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Winery will attend local industry’s biggest event to promote their wide range of premium wines.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/31/2013 -- The Ventura County Wine Trail brings the 6th annual Wine Trail Celebration to Ventura County, June 20th, 2013. The festival will be held at The Collection Riverpark's outdoor event center on the all new Park View Court, a soon to be opened tree lined street featuring beautiful artwork by Michael Amesuca. The festival will feature more than 17 of Ventura County's local boutique wineries; each sharing their latest releases. Herzog Wine Cellars is due to be among them, showcasing their latest wines for tasting.

The annual event presents a unique opportunity for wine lovers as local wine makers bring in grapes from every major growing region across California, from Napa Valley to Malibu. This allows Ventura County Wine Trail tasters to experience the very best of California county wines at one destination. With more than 30 different varietals and blends created by a host of high quality wine makers, Herzog Wine Cellars will have their work cut out for them to impress the guests.

Nevertheless, they remain confident. Their own experience in hosting events not dissimilar to this, mixing fine wine with fine food, fine music and even fine art on their own grounds with an extensive event calendar means they are perfectly placed to take advantage of all the Celebration will offer.

The special musical guests are local favorites The Shoemakers Brothers. The Brothers astound audiences by switching instruments as they perform; they are all classically trained on string instruments and all sing lead vocals and harmonies, as well as all playing the guitar, piano, drums and bass in their own right.

Admission price includes wine and food, live music by The Shoemaker Brothers, souvenir wine glass and parking. A percentage of every ticket sale will be donated to the Ventura FOOD Share.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "We are hugely excited to be invited to represent the best wine in Ventura County at the 6th Annual Celebration. We have been preparing some very special wines for the occasion that have been years in the making, and we're determined to prove to all comers that we are the best winery in California. For people interested in wine in Ventura County or attending the event tickets are available at www. VenturaCountyWineTrail.com."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://herzogwinecellars.com/

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Twelve participants will have the chance to learn painting techniques while sipping wine on the Herzog Wine Cellars estate, with the best painting becoming a limited edition wine label.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/14/2013 -- For those that like the finer things in life, few things go together better than fine art and fine wine, and yet the combination is surprisingly rare. Now, Herzog Wine Cellars are allowing their guests to partake in both simultaneously, hosting a combined art class and wine tasting so the creative juices can flow like the wine.

Herzog Wine Cellars, who make wine in Ventura County, is going to hold its first ever 'Paint and Sip' night on May 29th. It offers guests the chance to express their creativity and enjoy fabulous reserve wines while being tutored by local artist Jennifer Miller. Places on the class will be limited to twelve so booking quickly is essential.

Participants will learn different artistic techniques while they enjoy wine selections from the Herzog Wine Cellars private reserve. The Cellars supply the canvas, paints and the wine so all guests need to bring is the inspiration. At the end of the session, each participant will have a beautiful work of original art to take home, as well as the chance at bragging rights to the next small lot wine label. One of the paintings from the evening will wind up as the wine label artwork for one of Herzog Wine Cellars' upcoming limited edition boutique wines.

A spokesperson for Herzog Wine Cellars explained, "It's going to be a great time for all involved, and just like all our events, we're sure the guests will have far too much fun. The event is expected to be fully booked very quickly, so be sure to book a place to paint and drink in the best winery in California."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Guests of Herzog Wine Cellars experience a wine making legacy spanning nine generations, in a stylish and modern winery that is nothing less than au courant. The grounds feature a lavish granite tasting bar, private tasting rooms, boutique and outdoor terrace. Situated within the winery, Tierra Sur Restaurant boasts Mediterranean influenced seasonal cuisine, utilizing California produce –fresh from local farmers. For more information, please visit: http://herzogwinecellars.com/

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The world’s best U2 tribute act will headline the winery concert in the Winery’s first outdoor event.

Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/08/2013 -- Wineries and vineyards specialize in the creation of wine, and this industry has burgeoned in Southern California in particular. But the wineries are not simply manufacturers, but an amazing place to visit on a sunny afternoon or a balmy summer evening. Of all the wineries in California Herzog Wine Cellars, which creates wine in Ventura County, has distinguished itself as a must-visit venue both for its incredible wines and calendar of exciting events. This Memorial Day at 6pm, May 26th, Herzog Wine Cellars present Hollywood U2 for a special winery concert in a specially created open air venue.

Arguably the world's best and most accurate U2 tribute acts, Hollywood U2 have toured extensively across the country and overseas. They even played the pre- and post-concert parties on U2's Vertigo tour. Hollywood U2 far more than U2 impersonators sporting an uncanny resemblance to the original artists; they are consummate musicians who bring the true heart of U2 to every performance.

Herzog Wine Cellars plays host to their performance on a huge outdoor stage specially created for the event, with professional lighting and sound projection, making it an unforgettable night to enjoy with family and friends. The event is the latest in a long line of amazing opportunities offered by the winery for unforgettable evenings in a beautiful events space.

A spokesperson for the company explained, "We have established a reputation as the best winery in California because we understand that great wine accompanies great experiences, and we have always aimed to provide both in a space that celebrates the good things in life. A trip to Herzog Wineries is like a mini vacation, easily accessible yet a million miles away from the hustle and bustle, worries and strife of day to day life. Our concert is sure to be a great way for visitors to spend Memorial Day. Tickets can be purchased by visiting http://herzogu2.eventbrite.com "

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Select grapes produced specifically for Herzog wines are chosen from vineyards in California's most regarded appellations. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/

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Oxnard, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/04/2013 -- Herzog Winery can reasonably stake a claim to being the best winery in California, not solely because of its range of award winning wines or because of its heritage stemming back to European royalty, but because of its engagement with the public through exciting events and open days. The open days allow everyone to embrace the art and craft of fine wine along with dining and events that open up appreciation of the finer things in life to all.

The new calendar, which can be accessed from the home page, currently includes events like a confectionary making class, where individuals can come along and be taught by a master chocolatier in the art of creating and decorating sweet treats while tasting the wines that will complement their creations. Food and wine pairing nights also help individuals gain an insight into what foods complement Herzog Winery's fine wines and why, hosted by a professional chef and sommelier.

With a wide variety of events now being regularly added to the Herzog Winery calendar, wine in Ventura County is becoming more like a hobby than a drink for many individuals, who can gain special discounts for all events by becoming a winery member.

A spokesperson for Herzog Winery explained, "The new calendar allows individuals to quickly and easily book online, making our events perfect as gift experiences, date ideas or simply fun social activities for friends or parties. With a membership regular visitors stand to save even more, and with events now being added so regularly to our new calendar, we are already seeing an influx of new regulars as the friendly and inviting culture of the winery spreads far and wide."

About Herzog Wine Cellars
Based in Oxnard, California the Herzog Wine Cellars are under the supervision of winemaker Joe Hurliman, the winery combines the artisan craft of premium California winemaking with the Herzog family's unyielding commitment to excellence. Select grapes produced specifically for Herzog wines are chosen from vineyards in California's most regarded appellations. Grown under careful watch, only the best fruits are harvested and brought to the winery. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across the globe. For more information, please visit: http://herzogwinecellars.com/

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