Joan Newcomer It’s July in Texas, so the Wine Knots decided to do a suitably deep, historical study of wine pairing. Naturally the research began at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. (This is Texas, y’all.) Immersed in the aromas and ambiance of the cattle show, Scott and Vicki Baker uncovered the perfect pairing…
Joan Newcomer G’day Ladies and Gents. On Friday last, Chuck and Joan Newcomer were joined by their Wine Knot mates outback on the porch to explore the wines of Australia. Our Aussie sommelier for the evening gave a brief overview of the wine growing industry Down Under. Australia boasts its reputation as the nation with…
Joan Newcomer The Wine Knots gathered at the home of Sharon and Rich Heidebrecht to celebrate all things German. Sharon and Rich both claim German roots and were anxious to immerse the group in German culture. Sharon set the mood with music on her accordion as well as the piano and had wine glasses at…
Joan Newcomer When Wayne and Mary Ann Ballard set out to plan the April gathering for the Wine Knots, little did they know that the love of their daughter and granddaughter would bring a taste of North Carolina to their doorstep. Mary Ann’s casual mention of her quandary about choosing a theme set her family…
Joan Newcomer Slainte! (pronounced Slancha and meaning health) was the toast of the night as the Wine Knots celebrated St. Patrick’s Day at the home of Debbie and Randy Johnston. The “O’Johnstons” greeted us at the door dressed in perfect Irish attire. Tuesday certainly a glorious time for the wearin’ of the green. And indeed…
Joan Newcomer The Wine Knots gathered at Scott and Vicki Baker’s home to “laissez le bon temps rouler” in celebration of Mardi Gras! It was a grand time as the hosts welcomed us with Zydeco music and Mardi Gras hats and beads, which they acquired at the Mardi Gras Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana. For…
Theresa Peoples Bill and Theresa Peoples hosted the Wine Knots on a brisk January evening in 2016 for a “taste of South Africa.” In January of 2011 Bill and Theresa traveled to South Africa for an unforgettable experience. They shared a homemade movie of their photos from the trip highlighting Victoria Falls, Tonganezi Lodge in…
Joan Newcomer On a warm, sultry December night, the Wine Knots jingled on over to the beautiful home of Diane and Barry Williams. The setting was perfect to celebrate the Christmas season and toast the group that has become a “knot” of friendship over the last four months. We started the evening with a lovely…
Joan Newcomer The Wine Knots gathered at the home of Chuck and Joan Newcomer and welcomed Jennifer Heinen, Chuck’s sister. Jennifer is a 40-year resident of Germany, 13 of which have been in the Eifel region, home of the Mosel River and the premier wineries of Germany. Four German wines produced in small family vineyards…
Joan Newcomer 14 Hands, that is. It was a “Night of Favorites” for the Wine Knots at the home of Tom and Kathy Zumann. First Tom presented us with his favorite wine from the 14 Hands Winery called Hot to Trot. Tom shared that the 14 Hands Winery is in an area of Eastern Washington…