Seven Springs Winery: March 2017

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Wedding Photos You MUST Get

While the memory of your wedding will always remain with you, there is something special about capturing those images and keeping them forever through wedding photography. While some couples may hire a family friend to take their photos, for a majority of couples, the wedding photography is one of the biggest aspects of their budget. Because of this, we think it's extremely important to know exactly what you want to get ahead of time, and get able to give you photographer a good idea of what you want to be captured at your wedding.

Here at Seven Springs Winery, we love to host weddings at our wedding venue at the Lake of the Ozarks, and there's nothing more beautiful than photos taken with our vineyard in the background. As you plan your wedding, here are a few shots you'll want to keep in mind:

The Bride

There are going to be several shots that you would like to have of you in your dress, whether it's a full length, the back of your dress, your bouquet, and others. Here is a list of shots you'll most likely want to get with other people.

Bride with parents together and separately
Bride with grandparents
Bride with siblings
Bride with maid or matron of honor and each bridesmaid
Bride with other attendants
Bride with groomsmen

The Groom

From little details like the fun socks your groom is wearing, or the cufflinks that belonged to his grandfather - your photographer will want to know that you want photos of these details. You'll also want to capture these images as well:

Groom with parents together and separately
Groom with grandparents
Groom with siblings
Groom with best man
Groom with groomsmen
Groom with other attendants
Groom with bridesmaids

The Bride and Groom

Do you have special poses that you've seen on Pinterest that you would like to accomplish on your wedding day? Share these photos with your photographer. Better yet, create a Pinterest board of the photos you like and share it with them. This can give them a great idea of what you'd like to capture.

Bride & Groom together
Bride & Groom with each set of parents
Bride & Groom with entire wedding party
Close-up of the rings
Photos with marriage certificate

The Ceremony

Your photographer will know exactly what shots to capture during the ceremony, and you can trust them to choose the exact moment. If you will have something specific happening during the ceremony, though, you'll want to give them a heads up. Like, if you'll be doing a special song on the left side of the sanctuary after the pastor speaks, let them know so they can have the best angle and be there at the right time. Will you be lighting a unity candle towards the back of the stage? Maybe you should tell your photographer how to get the best shot or be willing to stage it afterward.

The Reception

From photos of your and your groom arriving at the reception to shots of the first dance and cake cutting - there are many photos you'll want to have from this party! Give your photographer a schedule of events so they know what to expect through the evening. Do you have special guests that you want photos with? Like maybe your best friend from school, your aunt, and uncle that you are close with, and your neighbor's child that you babysat. Your photographer won't know about these details, but if you tell them to look for these moments and capture them, they can help you keep track.

Your Lake of the Ozarks Wedding

From large weddings to small, quaint affairs, you Lake of the Ozarks wedding venue can help. Our prices are affordable, and our venue is breathtaking and we look forward to working with you to create your special day. Visit our website to learn more about our venue, and also download your FREE bridal packet!

Come for the wine...Stay for the atmosphere...Remember the view!

Seven Springs is the finest Winery at the Lake of the Ozarks with a full-service facility perfect for outdoor weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and parties. Call us today to make reservations for your special event!

Seven Springs Winery

573.317.0100

846 Winery Hills Estates

Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Thursday, March 23, 2017

Have a Good Laugh at the Winery!

Do you want to know what happens when you mix comedy and a winery? Comedy's Best Kept Secret Tour is what happens! We have so many fun events planned for your this year, and this is just one of the events that we love to come back year after year. So come out and enjoy the evening with us at your favorite Lake of the Ozarks Winery.

Photo Credi to Comedy's Best Kept Secret Tour

Event Details

Where: Seven Springs Winery

When: March 24th, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Why: Because there is nothing better than combining wine and laughter

Tickets are $25 per person, and you can call the winery at 573-317-0100 to make a reservation.

About the Comedy's Best Kept Secret Tour

Come see what happens when three Nationally touring Comedians embark on a two-month road trip and perform 50 shows in 50 days all to raise money for the Humane Society. Dan Frigolette @danfrigolette (Boardwalk Empire, Totally Biased, Artie Lange Show) Andrew Frank (Trial By Laughter) and a few special guests in each city are Comedy's Best Kept Secret -- amazingly talented comedians who haven't made it into the limelight...yet.

4 Reasons Laughing is Good for You

If you thought that you were only coming to this event because it was a way to enjoy the evening - that's only ONE reason! Laughing is an incredibly healthy thing to do (as is drinking wine ... but we'll talk about that one later!). Here are four reasons that show why laughing is good for you:

1. Laughter Makes You Feel Better

Sure, this may seem basic, but if you've had a long week and you just need a good Friday evening full of relaxation - laughter can help! It will improve your mood, and leave you feeling refreshed.

2. Laughter Helps Your Immune System

Positive in, positive out! Stress can cause chemical reactions in your body that will DECREASE your immunity and increase your chances of getting sick. Laughter can fuel your immune system with disease-fighting powers and they can help you stay healthy and full of energy.

3. Laughter Can Help Your Heart

Laughter can reduce your blood pressure and increase blood flow - both of which help your heart by reducing your chance of heart attack and stroke.

4. Laughter Can Burn Calories

You may not want to replace your workout routine with just laughter, but it certainly would help aid your efforts! Studies show that laughing raises your heart rate and caloric expenditure, and this results in about 10-40 calories being burned over 15 minutes of laughter. This event is two hours long, so we'll let you do the math *wink*.

The Best Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

Whether you like music on the patio, food events in the banquet hall, or laughter at the winery - we have something for everyone! Bring your friends out for a night of laughter and fun with the Comedy's Best Kept Secret Tour. Don't forget to make a night of it and join us at the winery for the best food at the Lake of the Ozarks as well! Come out for dinner and wine before ending the night on a funny note. We can't wait to see you!

Come for the wine...Stay for the atmosphere...Remember the view!

Seven Springs Winery

573.317.0100

846 Winery Hills Estates

Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Friday, March 17, 2017

4th Annual Rotary Beer Pairing Dinner

Our winery at the Lake of the Ozarks is most known for it's amazing Missouri wine - but we also feature several other beverages as well. From Missouri wines, sangrias, and a few micro-brews, you can find many delicious beverages at our Lake of the Ozarks winery.

We're going to be changing it up a bit, though, and bringing the Springfield Brewing Company out to support the Rotary Youth Exchange through the 4th Annual Rotary Beer Pairing Dinner. We have five courses planned for you all with amazing beers to complement your meal. Join us on March 18th at 5:00 PM in our new reception hall at the Lake of the Ozarks. If you don't have anything going on - this event will be incredible!

Beer Pairing Menu

1st Course: Cowboy Corn

Paired with: Greene Ghost IPA

2nd Course: White Queso Green Chile & Cilantro Soup

Infused with: Double Track Doppelbock

3rd Course: Field Mixed Green Salad with Tequila Agave Dressing

Paired with: Katydid Kolsch

Main Course: Fish Street Tacos with Spanish Rice and Black Beans

Paired with: Hop Lobster IPA

Dessert: Blood Orange Chocolate Lava Cake with a Caramel Ganache

Paired with: Arrghy Night

About the Beers

The Springfield Brewing Company features many unique beers, and have stuck true to tradition with ales & lagers. They've been winning awards since 1997 with their fresh flavor and fun names. Do you want to learn more about their beer and the story behind each one? Visit their website at www.SpringfieldBrewingCo.com. They only feature certain beers during certain times of the year - but we have some special flavors planned for you at the Rotary Beer Pairing Dinner!

Greene Ghost

Greene Ghost IPA starts off with hops in the nose, then with a nice smack of hops on the kisser, followed by a lingering hoppy wonderfulness! And the right blend of malts, mashing profile, fermentation control, and craft keeps Greene Ghost in balance.

Double Track Doppelbock

Double Track has rich, bread-like malt flavors, from a luscious blend of the best German Munich malts, it is served mit naturtrüb, or “with natural cloud”, not only does this contribute to its rich palate, but it also makes the bottles good for aging and cellaring.

Katydid Kolsch

Our Katydid Kölsch has a spicy and hoppy nose, dry palate, and wonderful grain notes from the pilsner malt used in the mash. The flavor balance is pushed in the direction of hop bitterness and the result is a great beer to celebrate all things spring!

Hop Lobster IPA

Hop Lobster has two sides to its flavor profile. On one hand, it’s a terrific, hoppy ale; lots of citrus aroma from the Centennial and Cascade hops and plenty of hop bitterness from the Perle hops used in the first hop addition. On the other hand, this is a luscious, malty brew with lots of palate filling flavors from the crystal malts used in the blend.

Arrghy Night + Blood Orange

Orange zest, rum, molasses, vanilla, and oak aromas layered on top of a big, roasty strong stout

Enjoy Your Weekend at the Winery

Amazing beer, incredible food on the menu, exciting company, and the chance to make a difference - what more could you ask for in a weekend? Grab your friends and join us at the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks for the 4th Annual Rotary Beer Pairing Dinner. The meal costs $59, but the money is going to a great cause! Do you have questions? Give us a call at 573-317-0100.

Come for the wine...Stay for the atmosphere...Remember the view!

Seven Springs Winery

573.317.0100

846 Winery Hills Estates

Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Friday, March 10, 2017

Wine & Wedding Cake - An Amazing Pair!

Wine and wedding cake go hand in hand when you'll be celebrating your big day! Of course, pairing your wine and wedding cake can feel like a science. While many bakeries encourage you to taste your cake ahead of time, we think you should have a cake and wine pairing session, too ... just to make sure they work well together! Here are a few ideas to get you started on pairing your Missouri wine and your wedding cake.

Chocolate Cake

The rich and decadent flavors of chocolate cake make it a popular choice for weddings. No matter what type of chocolate you are choosing, you can count on our Norton to complete the perfect pair. The opaque, deep plum color will look magnificent with the rich chocolate, and the tobacco and oak flavors, along with the full bodied, spicy smooth persistent finish will be magnificent.

Fruit Flavors

From strawberry to lemon, fresh and fruity flavors can be a dream for your summer wedding. You'll want to pair a wine that is just as fresh and fun as your cake, so we recommend trying the Moscato Sparkling. The brilliant, light straw color will mimic the freshness of your light cake. The tropical fruit and flower flavors with the light bodied, fruit forward sparkling finish will pair nicely with your fresh, fruit flavored cake. Not to mention, the sparkling aspect of this wine will be a fun way to celebrate your wedding!

White Cake

This classic cake is a natural choice for many brides. It complements the clean and white style you've tried to achieve through your wedding. It's uncomplicated, delicious, and classic. You want to pair a wine that has the same characteristics but also brings out the flavor as well. We recommend pairing our Chardonel white wine with your white cake. The light to medium straw color will complement your cake, and the medium body and fruity, toasted oak flavor will enhance the vanilla flavors in your cake and frosting.

Red Velvet Cake

When you're looking for the perfect pair for your rich, velvety, red velvet cake - you need a velvety wine! Try pairing our Spring Red with your red velvet wedding cake. The semi-sweet finish will pair wonderfully with the rich texture of the red velvet cake, and the hint of black cherry with the rich chocolate flavors will be divine. This wine ends with a velvet finish - perfect for this type of cake.

Spicy Cake

From spice cake to carrot cake, there are many delicious cakes out there that have a bit of spice. If you're looking for a wine that will pair wonderfully with these types of cake - we would like to suggest our Vignoles variety. The mild straw color pairs well with these cakes because while they can be rich, they aren't quite ready for a red wine. This flavorful bodied wine with peach, melon, and citrus helps to bring out the spicy flavor of either cake, and the fruity tones highlight the carrot in carrot cake.

The Best Wine at the Lake of the Ozarks

The wine you choose for your wedding is just as important as the meal and the cake. They work together simultaneously, and we would love to help you make the choice. At Seven Springs Winery, we are not only the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks, but we host the best wedding venue at the Lake of the Ozarks. From small quaint affairs to large beautiful gatherings, our Lake of the Ozarks venue is perfection. Visit our website to learn more about our wedding planning services and how you can host your wedding at an affordable wedding venue at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Come for the wine...Stay for the atmosphere...Remember the view!

Seven Springs Winery

573.317.0100

846 Winery Hills Estates

Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Friday, March 3, 2017

Seven Springs Winery is the Best!

At Seven Springs Winery, we are proud to be a business at the Lake of the Ozarks. We are going on our ninth year here at the Lake and we are proud to continue bringing you the best wine at the Lake of the Ozarks. We are honored to have been nominated in three categories this year in the Best of the Lake survey by Lake Lifestyle, and we would like to share a little bit about what makes us the BEST!

Best Winery at the Lake of the Ozarks

If you have ever tried our Missouri wine, we're sure you can agree that the flavor is amazing. We have 13 different wine varieties, and we look forward to sharing them with you. From the crisp, vibrant flavors of our white Chardonel to the deep tobacco and oak flavored Norton, we know that you'll enjoy the flavors as you sip from our patio. Not only to we serve amazing wine, but we have provided you an amazing place to drink it from. Our winery at the Lake of the Ozarks is situated atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills. You can relax on our newly renovated landscaping. With pods to sit in and chat with friends, to relaxing fountains and the warm sun on your face, you will enjoy this luxurious space. We invite you to come and kick back, sip some wine, and enjoy any of the amazing delicacies on our menu.

Best Wedding Venue at the Lake of the Ozarks

While we are known for being an amazing winery, we are also a very popular wedding venue at the Lake of the Ozarks. Try our vineyard experience, and enjoy a relaxed, casual atmosphere that is budget friendly for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, reception, bachelorette party or even a family reunion. Our gazebo is a perfect place for a more informal wedding, and our covered pavilion is ideal for your rehearsal dinner or reception. We also have a newly designed banquet center that is beautiful for all seasons. We can even cater your wedding barbecue style as well. we offer a choice of brisket, pulled pork, bratwurst, ribs, chicken, or hamburgers. All served with sides of potato salad and baked beans. Obviously, we can also provide beer, wine, sangria, and sodas of your choosing.

Photo Credit: Events Dee-signed

Best Event Designer at the Lake of the Ozarks

Last but not least, we are honored that our very own Starla Buechter was nominated in the top five for the best event designer at the lake of the Ozarks. She is such a valuable asset to our team, and the weddings at Seven Springs Winery wouldn't be the same without her. We can assist you with lodging for your guests, wedding party, and family members. We also have a complimentary shuttle service for you and your wedding party that can be arranged should you need it. Starla will work closely with you in order to ensure your needs are met throughout your wedding process and we look forward to celebrating your big day with you!