[SVDC 490] Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards: an example of Saratoga's fine wines

[Brian Berg]

Congratulations Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards for a nice story in
today's *Santa
Cruz Wine Examiner*.  They join Cinnabar, Clos LaChance, Kathryn Kennedy and
Savannah-Chanelle in pouring wine *today* at Hakone!  The story even
includes a slide show, and one of the photos is of Hakone Wisteria which
appears to come from the brochure, ticket and program used for our event
today!

The story is online at

http://www.examiner.com/x-9512-Santa-Cruz-Wine-Examiner~y2010m4d11-CooperGarrod-winery-experience-is-unique-and-convenient-in-the-Santa-Cruz-Mountains
and is reproduced here:

Cooper-Garrod winery experience is unique and convenient in the Santa Cruz
Mountains
April 11, 3:17 PMSanta Cruz Wine
Examiner<http://www.examiner.com/x-9512-Santa-Cruz-Wine-Examiner>June
Smith & Jerry Star

George & Bill Cooper enjoy a beautiful spring day at their Estate Vineyard
and ranch above Saratoga
Cooper-Garrod e-news
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When visiting Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards <http://www.cgv.com/aboutus>,
bring a sense of adventure, dress comfortably for some horseback riding, be
prepared for a delightful spring day hike and picnic outing, and expect to
sample exquisite wines just moments away.

*Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards in the hills above Saratoga is convenient
for visitors*

One of the most unique and adventuresome wineries to visit is the
remarkable Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards <http://www.cgv.com/tastingroom>.
Conveniently situated near the center of the Silicon Valley, visitors
arriving at the ranch-style setting are immediately aware of being in a
special place. At Cooper-Garrod there’s wine tasting, a wine ride on
horseback through their estate vineyards, an Earth Day Eco-Tour, SCMWA
Passport Day, and special events throughout the season.

*Springtime events highlight Cooper-Garrod Wines*

Doris Cooper writes in their
e-newsletter<http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/169309/92f3822f66/57001893/eafbe02109/>
that
George and Bill Cooper may be seen at several events occurring in the next
few weeks. For example, this Sunday, April 11, Cooper-Garrod wines will be
featured at Wine and Wisteria
II<http://www.cgv.com/coopergarrod/up/editor/file/posterIIWithLocalWineries%5B1%5D.pdf>
at
the spectacular Hakone Gardens on Big Basin Way in Saratoga. Join this
springtime celebration from 5:00 until 7:30 PM. Tickets are $35 benefiting
the Saratoga Village Development Council. For information, click on this
Wine and Wisteria II link.

The Santa Cruz Mountain Winegrowers Association (SCMWA) Passport
Day<http://www.scmwa.com/passport/wineries.htm>,
Saturday, April 17, will find the Cooper-Garrod Tasting Room offering
samples of wines that are not normally open for the public.

Start the day on Saturday, April 24, at 10:00 AM for an Eco-Day
Tour<http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/169309/92f3822f66/57001893/eafbe02109/>
of
the vineyard and adjoining Mid-Peninsula Space. That afternoon,
Cooper-Garrod wines will be showcased at the annual Wineries of Santa Clara
Valley Spring Wine
Celebration<http://www.gilroyvisitor.org/wineries/event_days.php?year=2010&month=04&day=24>
at
Casa de Fruita, from 12:00 to 5:00 PM. Spring BBQ tickets can be purchased
in advance for $50 from any participating winery, or from the Gilroy
Visitors Bureau.

*Rivers of Chocolate in the Santa Cruz Mountains*

Bill, Doris, and/or George might also be found at Rivers of
Chocolate<https://ehclifebuilders.ejoinme.org/MyPages/RiversofChocolate2010/tabid/191961/Default.aspx>,
Sunday, April 25, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at the Mountain Winery. This much
anticipated elegant event, a benefit for EHC LifeBuilders, will feature
premier wineries, and some of the best restaurateurs and specialty food
purveyors of the Bay Area. Tickets are $75 advance purchase only.

When visiting the tasting room at Cooper-Garrod, be certain to sample their
very floral and enticing 100% Estate Viognier. This wine is reminiscent of
summer fruits, and is bright and crisp on the palate. Visit their
e-newsletter, and mention the newsletter reference to this inviting wine,
and receive a 10% discount.

By Jerry Starr
Springtime with Bill, Doris and George Cooper at Cooper-Garrod
Estate<http://www.examiner.com/examinerslideshow.html?entryid=1164839>
[image: Springtime with Bill, Doris and George Cooper at Cooper-Garrod
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