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Spring 2002 Newsletter
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From our Hospitality Staff: What Do You
By Jeff Hunsaker, Director of Hospitality
 Ask ten different wine lovers the above question and you're likely to receive ten different answers. The varied tastes and expectations of our guests provide a rewarding challenge for JPV's hospitality team, who are committed to stimulating — or furthering — your interest in wine.
Perhaps you're a dabbler seeking to learn about the winemaking process or a serious collector searching for an epiphany in the depths of a rich Cabernet. Meeting those unique expectations has become the mission of the hospitality staff, and as a result we are conducting several different educational seminars daily. Are you interested in exploring different regions within the Napa Valley? Take the "Terroir" tour, and taste and blend barrel samples of components from the critically acclaimed Insignia. Test your skills as a winemaker in our "Wine Blending" seminar, where you will experiment with blending the components of Le Mistral and be evaluated in our guided presentation. The discriminating palate is always challenged with the "Dynamics of Food & Wine," an in-depth study which guides you through the five basic flavor components (salty, sour, bitter, sweet and umami*). Or hone your sommelier skills on our "Aroma Identity" tour, where your olfactory senses will be challenged by several different aromas and you will be pleasantly rewarded for accuracy. Our most popular seminar, "Wine Appreciation," leads guests through an exploration of wine's appeal to all the senses. You can also sharpen your skills on wine history, tradition, proper serving, storage and evaluation — a must for any wine connoisseur. And all the tours conclude with a tasting of current releases and our flagship wine, Insignia. Whether you're a novice wine drinker, a seasoned veteran, or simply wish to flatter us with your repeat business, we're sure you'll find the exact tour to enrich your wine tasting experience. Call 800-707-5789 or 707-963-2745 for reservations. *Japanese for "savory". |
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