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Last Update: March 7, 2008
Joined: March 7, 2008

TheWinePrincess

is glad to be on Must Love Wine again! I lost my password :-

TheWinePrincess → Dallas Metro Wine Group and Events: Include me for dinner! I have a tasting that afternoon in Plano.
- May 28, 2008
TheWinePrincess → Virtual Wine Tasting Club: I love it! I'm in.
- May 14, 2008
TheWinePrincess → Wine Shop at Home: Not yet, takes us a while down here in Texas
- May 14, 2008
TheWinePrincess → Wine Shop at Home: I love the Frisch Reisling! Refreshing and floral...perfect for spring sipping!
- May 12, 2008
TheWinePrincess → HOUSTON-Wine Tasting & Wine Business Event: Houston Wine Event is Saturday(Tomorrow) at 1 pm. Join us at the Homewood Suites, Galleria! For more information, contact Allison at 214-206-7777
- May 2, 2008
2008Chard: Have any local suggestions for a wine get together? Maybe you can assist with our getting the DFW group more active. I think it could be a lot of fun!, especially with the holidays approaching!
- November 4, 2008
kerry: ***NEW WINE RECOMENDATIONS.**** Check out my new blog entry on the results of New Zealand wines from the latest wine shows
- October 7, 2008
TheWinePrincess → FriendsWineLiz: Hi Babette! Wine always creates friends...so find a cozy wine bar and have fun.
- September 29, 2008
tipsykipsy: HELLO ALLISON .JUST WANTED TO SAY HELLO AND ASK A ? BESIDES FORIS WHAT GOOD OREGON WINES ARE THERE?
- September 28, 2008
tipsykipsy: hey allison, thanks for the friendship. my passion is wine. i eat it all up! i now work at a french rest. that's my new passion ! i know alot about italian wines. french wines are so different but so good!! hope 2 talk to you later
- September 26, 2008
donnynashville: I enjoyed reading your profile, and admire your passion for wine! Thanks for the add.
- September 24, 2008
Adonisd1956: That sounds awesome. I am sure you will have a FANTASTIC time. Drink a big Cali Cab for me.
~Adonis
- September 4, 2008
GrapeGurl: Grape stomping, music and wine. . .I'm jealous!! ;)

I hope you have a great time out there, Allison!

Smiles~
Joanna
- September 2, 2008
kerry: Hey thanks for the add,Keep an eye on my profile for recomendations & deals on New Zealand wines,delivered to your door!!
- August 17, 2008
TheWinePrincess → annemarieparkin: I know !!! We are all just counting the wine bottles until Friday....
- August 13, 2008
HondaJohn: So Allison, how does one become a wine consultant? I'm envious! ;-)
- August 13, 2008
TheWinePrincess → dh2028: Cheers to that, Dave!
- August 11, 2008
TheWinePrincess → myowndevices: Chris, That is exactly what I do...drink wine for a living!
- August 11, 2008
dh2028: I was at that but free info is like free wine, never a bad thing
- August 11, 2008
TheWinePrincess → dh2028: Oh Dave, you are just making her feel welcome!
- August 11, 2008
TheWinePrincess → Brian77: Vetteguy, Thanks for the friend add and best wishes for your recovery from back surgery! OUCH!
- August 7, 2008
kevinmason: Thanks for the friendship! ~Salute~

-K
- August 6, 2008
LadyinReds: Allison - It was such a pleasure to meet you - You were awesome - I truly aspire to do as great a job as you did! And I cant wait to spend time with you, Kelly and Alicia on the next trip!! Cydney
- August 5, 2008
abigailac: Lindemans has some good cheap wine from South Africa. I have only tried the cab though.
- August 5, 2008
TheWinePrincess → Spillthewine: Frank, I LOVE Healdsburg! Are you going to the Tuesday Farmer's Market? The photos of "Sonoma" are taken in Healdsburg. Is www.WineRoad.com your site?
- August 4, 2008
TheWinePrincess → annemarieparkin: The "research went well"...it became a form of "Wine Therapy in a sauna!" Sat outside in TEXAS
- August 2, 2008
annemarieparkin: enjoy your 'research'.
- August 1, 2008
Guta47: hey thank you for the add, I am interested in becoming a wine consultant how do you about doing so?
- August 1, 2008
TheWinePrincess → SacredCellars: GREAT WEBSITE!
- August 1, 2008
TheWinePrincess → SacredCellars: My birthday is in early September! How did you know?! Oh, I forgot...you know people and have 'your ways of knowing these things.' I would like to invite everyone on MLW to my
Secret Surprise at Sacred Cellars! Be sure to use the secret ha... more
- August 1, 2008

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Name Allison
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About Me I have the greatest job as a **Wine Consultant!** Basically, "I drink wine with friends and get paid for it! "
If you know of someone who loves to entertain, drink wine and is looking for a great part-time job, send them my way. We are looking for new people!

I love introducing people to new wines through wine tastings. Hosts gather 8-12 friends, we taste 6 wines, pair them with cheeses and chocolates and have a great time!

The best part, other than great wines...is travelling to some great places in the world! Barcelona, Spain was my most recent trip to taste some great cava...and of course to Napa for "research!" I am off to Maui in August...not great wines, but it's Maui!

My travels also take me to Africa, where I have a passion for helping women start small businesses. We offer micro-loans, train them, and mentor them in a small enterprise. It is so satisfying to watch the transformation of a family as they have money to eat nutritious food, buy shoes, attend school and improve their self-esteem.
The only wine I have had in Africa, is Holy Wine with a great homemade label of a big cross. It needs a little work!
I hope each of you finds and lives your passion! Just do it!
Gender Female
Marital Status Single
Occupation Part-time Wino!
Favorite Wines Evo Cabernet...for every bottle sold, a donation is made to National Geographic Society!
Great wine for a great cause!
Favorite Table Wine The one that is open!

Geographic Information

City Plano
US State Texas
Country US
Favorite Link http://www.TheWinePrincess.com

Champagne/Cava/Prosecco Tasting!

December 22, 2008 5:00:00 PM PST

21 guests

Greetings!I know it's kinda-last-minute, but we're gonna throw a complimentary tasting of a few bubblies here at the shop on Monday, December 22nd. Our goal is to provide you with a few affordable-yet-solid alternatives to the pricey Veuve/Tai...
DALLAS/FT. WORTH-Wine Tasting and Wine Business Event

May 4, 2008 3:00:00 PM PDT

1 guest

Experience first-hand the excitement of a career or part-time hobby in the wine business! It's the best way to be in the wine business without paying millions for a vineyard! Join us for a tasting of exclusive wines not found in stores and hear about...
HOUSTON-Wine Tasting & Wine Business Event

May 3, 2008 1:00:00 PM PDT

11 guests

Experience first-hand the excitement of a career or part-time hobby in the wine business! It's the best way to be in the wine business without paying millions for a vineyard! Join us for a tasting of exclusive wines not found in stores and hear about...
SAN ANTONIO-Wine Tasting & Wine Business Event

May 1, 2008 7:00:00 PM PDT

2 guests

Experience first-hand the excitement of a career or part-time hobby in the wine business! It's the best way to be in the wine business without paying millions for a vineyard! Join us for a tasting of exclusive wines not found in stores and hear about...
SEATTLE-Wine Tasting & Wine Business Event

April 30, 2008 7:00:00 PM PDT

24 guests

Experience first-hand the excitement of a career or part-time hobby in the wine business! It's the best way to be in the wine business without paying millions for a vineyard! Join us for a tasting of exclusive wines not found in stores and hear about...

Napa Valley, CA

73 members

California's most celebrated wine region is the Napa valley. While other regions lie in close proximity to the Napa Valley (Sonoma and Carneros) it is Napa that most people know by name. In fact a lot of people lump in Carneros and Sonoma when they talk about Napa.

The Napa Valley, while only 20 miles long, stretches from the cooler town of Napa to the slightly warmer Calistoga where the foggy ocean access is left behind. In this small valley many vineyards have made their home. Some of California's finest Cabernet Sauvignons come form Napa as do great Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Cabernet Franc blends.

Some of the most notable vineyards are; Schramsberg, Beringer, Grgich Hills, Rubicon Estates, Robert Mondavi, Domaine Chandon, Chimney Rock, Stag's Leap, Rutherford Hill, Niebaum-Coppola, ZD, Merryvale, Mumm Napa, raymond and Beaulieu Vineyard.
Merlot Wine

53 members

Merlot is perhaps the cause of joy for many red wine lovers like myself. To find out more about this medium-bodied variety, I went to Medoc, a region in France popular for its red wine industry. This region was where Merlot grapes were first regularly planted, making Merlot a local variety by the beginning of the 19th century. I also learned from the same trip that this variety is known for its grapes that are lighter in color compared to Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.

A glass of Merlot is definitely one of my favorite things in life. Aside from the fact that I salivate everytime I smell its aroma, this luscious darling is full of fruity flavor that strongly reminds me of my grandma's classic plum pie. It may not be as rich as a glass of Syrah but it can definitely soothe my senses. If a glass of milk can do wonders for a growing kid, then a glass of merlot can do wonders for my tastebuds.
Sonoma

49 members

Sonoma Valley, Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Bennett Valley and Russian River Valley are all in Sonoma County, California. Wine grapes are also grown at higher elevations, such as Atlas Peak and Mount Veeder AVAs.

Sonoma Valley is in the southern part of Sonoma county and is bordered by the Mayacamas Mountains to the east and the Sonoma Mountains to the west. Sonoma Mountain protects the area from the wet and cool influence of the nearby Pacific Ocean. The Sonoma Mountains to the west help protect the valley from excessive rainfall. The cool air that does affect the region comes northward from San Pablo Bay through the Carneros region and southward from the Santa Rosa Plain. One of California's first successful commercial vineyards, Buena Vista Winery, was established here in 1857.

Alexander Valley is located north of Healdsburg and extends to Mendocino County north of Cloverdale. The are is home to more than 40 vineyards with such familiar names as Cols du Bois, Jordan Vineyard & Winery and Gallo Family Vineyards.

Dry Creek Valley centers around Dry Creek a tributary of the Russian River. This area is known particularly for its sauvignon blanc and zinfandel. It is also home to most of the Sonoma vineyards of E & J Gallo Winery.

Bennett Valley is surrounded to the south, east and west by the Sonoma Mountains and lies south of Santa Rosa. Fog creeping up through Crane Canyon provides a moderating effect on the climate here. This region is the principal grape supplier to Kendall-Jackson.

Russian River Valley is adjacent to the city of Santa Rosa and the Russian River. The Russian River Valley accounts for about one sixth of the wine grapes planted in Sonoma County. Vineyards are prevalent with over 75 wineries accounted for including one of my favorites; Sonoma-Cutrer.
Bargain Wines

32 members

This group is for the discussion of wines you consider to be a bargain. Please list wines of exceptional value that you consider to be a bargain.
Dallas Metro Wine Group and Events

64 members

A brand new Dallas based wine group. Welcome to any new members living in the area, or just passing through. We plan on sending out info on wine tastings, wine events, and sharing local knowledge among the members.

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