Seven Springs Winery: Missouri Wineries

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Friday, September 29, 2017

Fall Days Need Cool Wines

The weather is FINALLY starting to cool down and we are LOVING it! There’s something so perfect about kicking back on a beautiful patio with the cool breeze blowing past you, the first few fall leaves blowing across the deck, and a cold glass of your favorite Missouri wine in your hand. This picture can either include a few of your favorite friends to laugh with, or absolutely no one except you, wine, and a book - either way you have it, wine is the common denominator. So we’re going to share a little bit about each of our wines so that you know what you’ll be getting into *wink*.

Lake Of the Ozarks Winery

Dry Vignoles
Aromas of Tangerine and oranges. Crisp vibrant acidity precedes a long and refreshing finish.

Chardonel
Light to medium straw color. Medium body, fruity with toasted oak.

Traminette
Light straw with green hues. Light bodied, with a fruity yet off dry finish.

Vignoles
Mid straw color with olive green tone. Flavorful bodied, peach, melon & citrus.

Spring Fling
Light straw color with a lime green rim. Light bodied with fruity, citrus & lychee.

Moscato Sparkling
Brilliant, light straw, tropical fruit & flowers. Light bodied, fruit forward sparkling finish.

Blushing Springs
Sparkling red wine, sweet berry aromas with a semi sweet finish.

Spring Red
Semi sweet red with hint of black cherry and a velvet finish.

Syrah
Aromas of currant, blackberry, black pepper with a subtle vanilla oak finish.

Norton
An opaque deep plum color, tobacco, oak. Full bodied, spicy smooth persistent finish.

Sangria Rojo
A light, refreshing blend of sprite, orange juice, and Dry Rougeon wine

Seven’s Red Heaven
Beautiful deep plum color with refreshing, Crisp fruit flavors & a distinct sweet finish.

Left Side
A 2001 Vintage Norton blended with a 2008 fortified Norton.

Fall Afternoons at the Lake’s Original Winery
It’s time to come to the winery! Our Lake of the Ozarks winery specializes in a breathtaking view, delicious wine, and incredible food. As if that’s not already a beautiful picture for a weekend, imagine some great live music on the patio and you’ll have the picture perfect weekend at the winery. We would love to see you this weekend and share a bottle of wine with you! The weather is going to be gorgeous this weekend, and it’s going to be the first real taste of fall. Come out and see us!

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, June 11, 2015

Who Thought to Squish Grapes to Make Wine?

The History of Winemaking

Since wine dates back thousands of years, it is hard to credit any single person with the invention or discovery of wine. Scientists and researchers believe that wine was discovered by an ancient people when they found that their grapes had spoiled and fermented. Many believe this is when the process of wine making began and there are several different stories or myths about wines origin. Here are several of the most popular fables according to Wine.LovetoKnow.com:

Wine History Myths

1. Dionysus - One of the most well known wine fables comes from Greek mythology. This tale says that Dionysus, son of Zeus and his mistress Semele, invented wine while living in the ancient Mount Nysa amongst nymphs. Dionysus is often referred to as the "God of Wine" for this reason.

2. The Perisian Women - Many folklorists are crediting women for inventing of discovering wine. There are two different versions of this story:

A Persian Princess had found herself out of favor with the King of Persia. She then attempted to commit suicide by consuming a jar of spoiled grapes. However, rather than dying, she found herself feeling better and acting a lot happier instead. Eventually she passed out and when she woke, she took her findings to the king. He became so enamored with the new drink that not only was the princess back in his good graces, he decreed that all grapes frown in Persepolis would be devoted to winemaking.
A Persian woman had a horrible headache and decided to drink a from a jar she used to store grapes. The grapes in the jar had fermented, causing the woman to become intoxicated. She then passed out and when she woke, her headache was gone.

3. Noah - In the Book of Genesis in the Christian Bible, the production of wine is mentioned following the Great Flood, when Noah drunkenly exposes himself to his sons.

Wine History Facts

The first written tale of wine is said to be in the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. The book states that Noah planted vines and made wine.
Fossilized grapes vines have been dated by Scientists at 60 million years old.
The oldest archaeological evidence of wine making is the Haji Firuz Tepe wine jar, found in modern day Iran. The Haji Firuz Tepe wine jar, along with a wine press, known to be a wine press due to its tartaric crystal and tannin residue, was dated to 6000 B.C.
The craft of winemaking was passed down for generations through families and apprenticeships. There were no written records about viticulture or wine making for nearly 5,000 years after wine was discovered.
Historians believe that Phoenicians were the ones who spread their wine making knowledge to ancient Greece and Italy.
Christian monks are credited with France's reputation as one of the best wine making countries in the world. It was their meticulous records about grape varietals, terroir and growing methods that allowed France to perfect and develop its wine making skills.

While we will never agree on who actually "invented" wine, one thing is true: wine has been around since the beginning of time and we should just appreciated that someone discovered this magical drink we all love today! Another true statement is that our Lake of the Ozarks winery has some of the BEST Missouri wine. Stop by Seven Springs Winery and grab a glass for yourself today!

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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Friday, June 5, 2015

SAX IS BACK!

Sax on the Beach is back for another great season at Seven Springs Winery! Enjoy music by the talented Bill Ehelbe and Haley Powers every Saturday and Sunday, right here at our Lake of the Ozarks winery. Come enjoy a glass of wine and the best live music at Lake of the Ozarks!

Sax on the Beach

Sax on the Beach pride themselves on being a highly professional and workable band that can please all crowds. Performing all over Missouri and surrounding areas, they cover a wide range of music styles varying from Etta James to Lady Gaga. They have several catalogs of music to fit weddings, clubs, wineries and all types of special gatherings. Any listener should expect a high energy and fun-packed performance at any show. Sax on the Beach is always prepared with prizes for participants of the music trivia, hula-hoop, and dance contests. So slip on your dancing shoes and brush up on your music trivia, beacuse Sax on the Beach will be at the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks every weekend this season!

Music

When Bill and Haley get together, you can expect a great show! The covers they perform range from old favorites to current chart toppers. Sax on the Beach covers artists such as:

Al Green
Al Jaraeu
Ambrosia
Aretha Franklin
Astrud Gilberto
B-52's
Bad Company
Bananarama
BB King
Ben E. King
Bill Whithers
Billy Joel
Billy Ocean
Billy Preston
Bob Seger
Bobby Caldwell
Bonnie Raitt
Boots Randolph
Bread
Bruce Springsteen
Carol King
Cat Stevens
Champs
Christina Aguilerra
Christopher Cross
Commodores
Borrine Bailey Rae
Donna Summer
Doobie Brothers
Duke Ellington
Eagles
Earth Wind and Fire
Eddie Floyd
Ella Fitzgerald
Elvis

Eric Clapton
Etta James
Firefall
Fleetwood Mac
Frank Sinatra
George Benson
George Gershwin
George Michaels
Gerry Rafherty
Glenn Frey
Gloria Estefan
Gretchen Wilson
Hall & Oates
Hewey Lewis
Ides of March
Isley Brothers
James Brown
Jennifer Warnes and Bill Medley
Jimmy Buffet
Joes Cocker
Journey
Katrina & The Waves
Katy Perry
KC & The Sunshine Band
Kenny Loggins
Kool & The Gang
KT Tundstall
Lady Gaga
Leona Lewis
Lionel Richie
Loggins & Messina
Lynard Skynard
Marc Cohn
Maroon 5
Martha and The Vandellas
Mel Torme

Michael Jackson
Michael McDonald
Mokees
Moody Blues
Neil Diamond
Norah Jones
Otis Redding
Pat Benatar
Patsy Cline
Patti Smith
Peggy Lee
Pink
Platters
Pointer Sisters
Rascal Flatts
Ricki Lee Jones
Robert Flack
Robert Johnson
Rod Stewart
Rolling Stones
Sade
Seals & Croft
Sister Sledge
Stevie Nicks
Stevie Wonder
T-Bone Walker
Temptations
Tina Turner
Taci Chapman
Van Morrison
War
Whitney Houston
Wilbert Harrison
Wild Cherry
Wilson Picket
Young Vascals

If you haven't heard the musical stylings of this energetic duo, you're missing out! Sax on the Beach is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Come check them out this weekend at Seven Springs Winery. They'll be here from 2-8 PM on Saturday and 2-6 PM on Sunday. See you soon!

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Seven Springs Winery

573.317.0100

846 Winery Hills Estates

Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Thursday, October 16, 2014

Lake of the Ozarks Wine Trail

The area has seen a renaissance in craft wineries at the Lake of the Ozarks over the last decade. Scenic beauty paired with fine wine and gourmet food make for a memorable experience regardless of the season. Seven Springs Winery invites you to check out this newly formed Missouri wine trail. What a fun way to spend an afternoon, day or even an entire weekend!

Missouri Wine History

Missouri is known for it’s rich heritage as a wine producing state. The area became known as “Missouri Rhineland” referring to it’s similarities to that region in Germany and the influence of the German immigrants on the industry in the 1800s. In the mid-1880s, more wine was produced by volume in Missouri than in any other state. Due to prohibition and the growth of the California wine industry, Missouri wineries today tend to be small and more focused on crafting their wine in the old world traditions.

Charity Fundraising Event

The newly formed Lake of the Ozarks Wine Trail will be holding a charity fund raising event November 1st at The Landing on Main Street from 1-5 PM. All of your favorite local wineries, including Seven Springs Winery will be providing samples of wine paired with your favorite holiday foods. The cost of the event is $10 which includes a souvenir wine glass plus food and wine samplings from each winery. A portion of the proceeds will go to Central Missouri Food Bank. Bring some canned goods and come enjoy live music by Samaria Grace!

The wine throughout the state is among the best in the world and because scarcity, it’s also one of the best kept secrets. Missouri’s wine industry has grown into an attraction in it’s own right and complements an already thriving tourism industry. Next time you're in the Lake area, be sure to check out Seven Springs Winery and the rest of the Lake of the Ozarks Wine Trail!

For more information on the Lake of the Ozarks Wine Trail, please visit: www.lakeoftheozarkswinetrail.com

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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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Featured Wine: Syrah

Our Winery at the Lake of the Ozarks is home to many great varieties of wine, including Syrah! Syrah is one of the world's most popular and widely planted red wine grape varieties. It is a dark skinned berry that produces deeply colored and concentrated, rich, red wines with the ability to age and evolve for years or even multiple decades. Typical scents include blackberries, plumbs, black cherries, flowers, spice, earth, chocolate, licorice, blueberry, pepper and truffles. While it is planted all over the world, more Syrah is planted in France than in any other country!

History of Syrah

Syrah grapes are the offspring of two ancient varietals that individually never gained mass popularity. It was created when Dureza, a dark skinned berry was crossed with Mondeuse Blance, a white skinned grape. How long Syrah grapes have been in existence is not known, but today Syrah continues to gain popularity. Today Syrah is ranked as the world's 6th most planted grape!

Food Pairings

Syrah is one of the most versatile wines when it comes to food pairing. The natural freshness, spice and rich character, coupled with the wide variety of styles Syrah produces, makes it easy to pair. Some of the best dishes to pair it with include:

Any roasted, grilled or smoked meat dishes like: duck, beef, veal, sausage and chicken
Game
Rich braised dishes and stews
Cassoulet
Grilled Steaks
American Hamburgers
A myraid of different hard and soft cheeses

Fore more information on Syrah, please visit: www.thewinecellarinsider.com

Come on by the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks and try a rich glass of Syrah! Sitting atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills, Seven Springs Winery presents the perfect backdrop for sipping your favorite wine. We offer wine tastings daily, as well as a light menu consisting of soups, sandwiches, cheese trays and bread with various dipping oils. Stop by and see us today!

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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Friday, August 15, 2014

Are You A Grill Master?

Blues Bay's & Bar-B-Q at Seven Springs Winery

Join us at Seven Springs Winery on September 27 for a full day of competition and fun for the whole family! The event is $10 per person and will feature an amateur bar-b-q competition, blues competition, silent auction, pony rides, bounce houses and more! Vendor booths and sponsorship packages are also available. Mark your calendars, get registered and come on out for a great day at the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Amateur Bar-B-Q Competition

Grillers Entry Fee: $35 per category

Includes meat for participants

Categories: Pork Ribs, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket
100% Payout
$300 Grand Prize for Winner of Most Categories

Vendor Booths and Sponsorships

Vendor Booths are available for $75 per booth.
Gold Partner Level - $250

Logo featured in print promotions
Logo featured on banner at event
Booth space at event
Mention in radio promotion
Banner placement at event (provided by sponsor)
4 Admissions to the event

Silver Partner Level - $100

Business listing on banner at event
Booth space at event
Mention on radio promotion
Banner placement at event (provided by sponsor)
2 Admissions to the event

Blues Competition

Bands Include:

Blue Collar Kings
James Clay and the Creekers
Dog House Daddy's
Sax on the Beach

The winery opens at 11 AM, bands start at 1 PM, BBQ will be served starting around 2 PM and the judging is at 4 PM.

All proceeds benefit the Missouri Forget-Me-Not Horse Rescue & Sanctuary. Call 573-317-0100 to register or for more information. Seven Springs Winery hosts events all year round. Whether its a community event like this or a private event for you, your family and friends, our winery at the Lake of the Ozarks is the perfect venue! Contact us today at 573-317-0100 to schedule your next event at Seven Springs Winery.

Thursday, July 31, 2014

Testimonials on a GREAT Winery at the Lake of the Ozarks!

From a simple place to relax and enjoy the view to the wedding hall of your dreams, Seven Springs Winery has it all! Our winery at the Lake of the Ozarks serves wine and a light menu, while doubling as a wonderful event venue, perfect for weddings at the Lake of the Ozarks, receptions, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, parties and more! But don't just take our word for it, check out these client testimonials:

People are Raving about Seven Springs Winery

We had to change the location of our wedding a week before it was supposed to happen. Seven Springs Winery had a cancelled wedding for that night so we were so lucky that they were available. Mike, the owner, was so accommodating and worked with us so well that everything turned out perfect! The food was amazing, and the staff was just so nice and they made everything go so smoothly. They even let us light our sky lanterns that we had planned on doing. I would definitely recommend this place for weddings or any event. Their wines are tasty and the staff is so friendly. It really feels like home here. We now have such a unique place to celebrate our anniversary.

~ Jenny R. Kansas City, MO

We visited Seven Springs Winery in May 2011. We had lunch on the patio and listened to music by Sax on the Beach. We bought some wine but saved the Sparkling Muscato for a special occasion. We opened it recently and everyone loved it! We will definitely be visiting your winery again this May to purchase more. The winery and grounds are very nice and we really enjoyed our visit. We have told many of our friends about it. Thanks for a great afternoon and nice memories.

~ Mike and Marla Rumler, Ipava, IL

We just want to say a BIG thank you for helping us have the PERFECT wedding! The grounds were beautiful and the service fantastic. You helped us plan everything- and as the bride, I was totally relaxed- what a great feeling on your wedding day!! Mike did a wonderful job giving us the exact ceremony we dreamed of! Patty, There are no words to describe how thankful we are for ALL of your help. From pinning on flowers to the beautiful decorations and shuffling everybody to where they need to go..you did a fantastic job! The reception was perfect as well! We had MANY guests say it was the most beautiful and best wedding they had ever been to! I think that may have been due to the great appitizers and atmosphere!! Oh, and last but not least, the fireworks at the end of the night were FABULOUS! One of the best shows we had ever seen! Thank you so much for everything! We will be visiting many times in the coming years to enjoy and remember!

~ Misty & Brandon Adams

Hi Mike!
I just wanted to thank you for showing my friends and I such an amazing time on Saturday. This winery is amazing! I have been to Napa Valley to many wineries and this one tops them all!!! We visited the winery on a Bachelorette Party. There were 9 girls total. The shuttle service picked us up at the condo we had rented and dropped us off when we were done...we did not have to worry about driving at all! I would highly recommend this winery to all of my friends...in fact, my own Bachelorette Party is coming up and I've decided I want to have mine there as well! I also can't forget to mention the wine...it is delicious and priced very reasonably...I wish I could have bought a bottle of each one! Thank you for accommodating us and showing us such a wonderful time! See ya on August 23rd:)!!

~ Melissa Schulte, Hartford Life

Mike, Nancy and the Seven Springs Winery staff,
There are no words to express how thankful we are to all of you for your help in making our wedding day absolutely perfect! We have had so many compliments on the service, venue and especially the sangria! Mike, the first time I was at your winery I thought it would be the most incredible place for a wedding, never imagining I would get married there. You were our savior when the DJ's soundboard blew up. We still cannot thank you enough for saving our party! Staff, the service and food was wonderful! The bar staff we had was so great. Some friends said they had a drink waiting for them when they walked up to the bar. Thank you for your amazing service and kind words. Nancy, from the day we decided on Seven Springs Winery, you were by my side answering all of my endless questions. You are the easiest and friendliest person to work with, which contributed to making our wedding so incredible. Without you, this wedding would not have been near as much fun or beautiful.

~ Trevor and Kim Ewert, Married June 2011

Seven Springs Winery and Vineyards sits atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills between Camdenton and Osage Beach. The winery is less than a 10 minute drive from either location. The covered porch and patio area are ideal for enjoying a glass of wine and admiring the beautiful views. If you're planning a wedding or any other special occasion soon, be sure to keep our Lake of the Ozarks winery in mind. As you can see, we are one of the best event venues at the Lake of the Ozarks!

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!

Friday, July 18, 2014

Grapes 101: Growing Grapes for Wine

There's a lot more to Missouri wine making than just picking up some grapes, squishing them and letting the juice sit for awhile. You need to pick a grape variety that is good for wine making, plant those grapes, tend to the grapevines and harvest them to eventually begin actually making your wine at Lake of the Ozarks. MotherEarthNews.com has some great information and tips on growing grapes for wine!

Selecting Grape Varieties

Wine quality is dictated mainly by the grapevines, not by the person actually making the wine. The better the grapes you have, the better your wine will be. The grape varieties you choose to plant should depend on the type of wine you want to end up with, as well as the climate and location in which you will be growing them. Red wine is much easier to make than white wine, but the choice boils down to whichever you prefer. For white wine, Seyval Blanc is among the best. For red, Chancellor and Chambourcin are excellent choices. The best grapes come from the classic European wine grape, Vitis vinifera which can only grow in regions with warm, dry summers. This is why California is such a paradise for wine making. Although the Southeast is warm enough to grow these grapes, the dampness can cause mildew, rot and Pierce's disease.

How to Grow Grapes

If your grapevine roots stand in water they will die or at the very least won't produce good grapes, so be sure to choose a sloped site for your vineyard. Site your vines on a southeast or southwest facing slope so their leaves can soak up the sun. Sunlight powers the photosynthesis, driving the process that fills the grapes with sugars, which after fermentation become alcohol. Since the grape skin contains all the flavor and color, you actually want tiny grapes with almost all skin and no juice. This translates into concentrated, rich color and flavor in the juice, and ultimately in the wine. Planting grapes in nutrient-poor and even try soil, will stress the vines, keeping the vine vigor down and producing small grape berries, which is exactly what you want!

Planting Grapevines

You want to plant your vineyard toward the top of a slope and run the rows north and south so that the grapes get even sun as the light shifts from the east to west during the day. Vines are best spaced 6 feet apart in rows 8 feet wide. You should plan on roughly a gallon of wine per vine that you plant, so be sure to plant extra to account for a small crop or the loss of grapes due to birds, insects, hail or rot. For a detailed example of a possible vineyard layout, visit: http://www.motherearthnews.com/real-food/growing-grapes-and-making-homemade-wine-zmaz03amzgoe.aspx?PageId=2#axzz37qFAA1BI

Tending to Grapevines

You will have the most work in the first year. You will need to select the strongest shoot and tie it straight up, attaching it to each wire it reaches with a loose piece of string. Don't use wire to tie it because it can damage the tender shoot. You'll then remove shoots that arise from the roots or the vine, leaving only those that arise from your selected strong shoot. In the dormant season, prune the strong selected shoot back to the middle wire, keeping it tied there and prune off any side shoots that arose the previous summer. When the vine's buds begin to grow in the spring, select one on each side of the strong upright shoot and loosely tie them horizontally to the lowest wire as they grow. These will become your vine's arms, from which all the fruiting canes will grow in future years.

Harvesting Grapes

While tasting the grapes may seem like a great way to tell if they're ready for harvesting, you may want to invest in a hydrometer, which measures the specific gravity of liquids. This will tell you the sugar content of the berries; a specific gravity between 1.095 and 1.105 is ideal. By sampling the grapes after measuring, you will know what the grapes taste like at their optimum harvest state. You also want to examine the seeds. You are looking for dark seeds, but if they are green, you'll want to let them hang. However, don't let them hang any longer if the specific gravity reaches 1.105 because your wine will then be overly alcoholic and unbalanced.

Source: http://www.motherearthnews.com/real-food/growing-grapes-and-making-homemade-wine-zmaz03amzgoe.aspx?PageId=1#axzz37qFAA1BI

If you would rather leave the grape growing to the professionals, come by Seven Springs Winery where you can relax with one of our delicious glasses of wine. Choose your preference of white or red, dry or sweet, at our Lake of the Ozarks winery! Our vineyards at the Lake of the Ozarks sit atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills between Camdenton and Osage Beach. The covered porch and patio area are ideal for enjoying a glass of Missouri wine and admiring the beautiful views.

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!

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Featured Wine: Dry Rougeon

Seven Springs Winery has a wide variety of wines to fit everyone's differing palettes. The next Lake of the Ozarks wine in our Featured Wine series is the Dry Rougeon. Be sure to check out this delicious red wine next time you visit our Winery at the Lake of the Ozarks!

The Rougeon Grape

Rougeon is a dark-skinned French-American hybrid grape, known for its ability to make simple, tasty wine. The vine produces medium-sized compact clusters of fruit with a brilliant red hue, making it an ideal blending ingredient. Although the grape vines are hardy, production can be erratic causing as little as twice a year or once every two years.

Like all grapes, Rougeon is susceptible to disease, particularly downy mildew and powdery mildew. These diseases have the potential to reduce vine growth, yield, quality and winter hardiness. Black rot and botrytis, as well as sensitivity to sulfur can also be seen with the Rougeon grapes.

Rougeon Wine

Since this grape is great for blending, it is often used to make port wines. Rougeon grapes are often blended with grapes such as Chambourcin and Baco Noir. However, many enjoy it all by itself! Varietal Rougeon wines are typically dry, like the version available at our Winery Lake of the Ozarks, but some sweet versions do exist. Our light bodied Dry Rougeon contains no tannins and has a berry finish.

Food Pairings

With its dry taste, the Rougeon pairs best with the following foods:

Aged Cheese
Red Meat
Pasta Dishes

Next time you're in the area, be sure to stop by Seven Springs Winery for one of our daily wine tastings! Try to Dry Rougeon you just learned about or if sweet wine is more your style, try one of our many other options for wine at the Lake of the Ozarks. As you are sipping your wine, admire the breathtaking views of the rolling Missouri foothills that our Lake of the Ozarks Winery has to offer!

Source: http://www.marylandwine.com/grape-profile/28/Rougeon

Thursday, July 3, 2014

Fireworks at Seven Springs Winery!

If you can't make it to the Lake of the Ozarks for 4th of July weekend, no worries! We have a BIG Fireworks display scheduled at our Lake of the Ozarks winery for July 12! Let the celebration continue all throughout the month of July! Come enjoy a glass of wine, live music and a spectacular show at Seven Springs Winery!

It's Time for Fireworks!

Live Entertainment by Sax on the Beach from 2 PM to 8 PM
Tickets: $10 per person for reserved patio seating
Seating starts at 7 PM and is limited.
Seating on the lawn will be free!
Call 573-317-0100 to reserve your spot today!

Seven Springs Winery and Vineyards sits atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills between Camdenton and Osage Beach. Our winery at Lake of the Ozarks is less than a 10 minute drive from either location. The covered porch and patio area are ideal for enjoying a glass of wine and admiring the beautiful views. Our Lake of the Ozarks winery serves Missouri wines, sangrias, and a few micro-brews for those with an alternative pallet. We offer wine tastings and a light menu consisting of soups, sandwiches, cheese trays, and bread with various dipping oils. Stop by and see us today!

Friday, June 20, 2014

Stay at the Lake of the Ozarks

Whether a wedding or anniversary, reunion or just a summer vacation brings you to the Lake of the Ozarks, Seven Springs Winery is here to welcome you! Our Vineyards sit atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills between Camdenton and Osage Beach. The best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks is less than a 10 minute drive from either location. The covered porch and patio area are ideal for enjoying a glass of wine and admiring the beautiful views. You have so many options of where to stay while your here...and the best part is we have a shuttle to take you there!

Seven Springs Winery Shuttle Bus

The Seven Springs Winery shuttle bus will pick you up from your lake area location! The bus will shuttle a maximum of 14 guests for $15 per person, with a minimum of $90. Please call for a price quote for distances farther than 20 miles from the Winery. Advance arrangements necessary.

Nearby Accommodations

Osage Beach (2 bed, 2 bath condo at The Knolls) Unit 213. Available for nightly (2 night minimum) and weekly. 314-445-2511: www.vrbo.com/369364
Lake Ozark Getaway, LLC: www.1lakeoftheozarks.com
Camden on the Lake: www.toadcove.com
Sleep Inn of the Ozarks: www.sleepinnoftheozarks.com
Breezy Point Resort: www.breezypointozarks.com
Baymont Inns & Suites: www.baymontinns.com
Harbour Ridge Inn Bed and Breakfast: www.harbourridgeinn.com
Dave Huffman's Lake of the Ozarks Vacation Rentals: www.davehuffman.com
The Knolls Condominium Resort: www.knollsresort.com
Cliff House Inn: www.lakecliffhouse.com
Lodge of the Four Seasons: www.fourseasonsresort.com
Tan-Tar-A: www.tan-tar-a.com
Country Club Hotel: www.countryclubhotel.com
The Resort at Port Arrowhead: www.theresortatportarrowhead.com
Lakewood Resort: www.lakewoodresort.com
The Inn at Grand Glaize: www.innatgrandglaize.com
Bass and Baskets Bed and Breakfast: www.bassandbaskets.com
The Garden House Bed and Breakfast: www.thegardenhousebnb.com
Blackhawk Inn Bed and Breakfast: www.blackhawkinn.com
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Our Lake of the Ozarks Winery serves Missouri wines, sangrias, and a few micro-brews for those with an alternative pallet. We offer wine tastings and a light menu consisting of soups, sandwiches, cheese trays, and bread with various dipping oils. The beautiful location is perfect for hosting your event at the Lake of the Ozarks! Give us a call today to get started planning with our professional event planners!

Monday, June 9, 2014

Featured Wine: Traminette

Back in March we discussed all the delicious wines available at Seven Springs Winery and started a series of Featured Wine Blogs! Today we are going to learn all about Traminette. Be sure to check out this white wine next time you are at our Lake of the Ozarks Winery. We offer wine tastings daily, so you can try it before you buy it!

About Traminette

Traminette resulted from the cross of Joannes Seyve and Gewuerztraminer in 1965. Fruit were first observed in 1971 at Cornell University and the original vine was propagated in 1974. The vine was initially described as a vigorous and productive green grape with moderately loose clusters. This late-to mid-season white wine grape has character similar to Gewuerztraminer.

Much more winter hardy than Gewuerztraminer, Traminette is suitable for cool climates and matures early to mid-October. In warmer areas, increased bitterness and a high pH can become a problem. Bearing large clusters, the grape has good yields in the vineyard and delivers excellent fruit quality. It also has good disease resistence to powdery mildew, black rot and Botrytis.

Aging well, wine produced from this grape develops honey and apricot flavors in two to five years. Traminette has an elegant fruity floral aroma with a wonderful spicy flavor making it pair great with Asian, poultry and seafood dishes.

Now that you know a little more about Traminette Wine, stop by the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks to try some! Enjoy a glass on our covered porch and patio area while admiring the beautiful view. We hope to see you soon at Seven Springs Winery!

For more information on Traminette please visit: http://www.hort.cornell.edu/reisch/grapegenetics/Traminette.pdf

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!

Monday, May 5, 2014

Get Your Margarita Glasses Ready for Seven Springs' Tequila 101 Class!

It's time for school...a little Adult Education on the Taste Buds!

Seven Springs Winery will be having a "Get to know your tequila" party! This horizontal tasting (no, you will be standing upright at the end) will feature education on the fascinating way in which tequila is made. Yes, there is work in this class, you will have to taste tequila, drink a margarita and eat gourmet Mexican Food! So bring a friend to help you get through all the hard work!

Some questions we plan to answer during the class:

What is Tequila?
What does the word Tequila mean?
How did Tequila originate?
What is the Blue Agave?
How are agaves grown?
How is Tequila manufactured?
What are the different types of Tequila?
What is the Best Tequila?
What is a Top Shelf Margarita?
What is a NOM number and what does it mean?

Throughout the class, you will get to taste different tequilas including blancos, resparados, anejo, and extra anejo. To finish the class, you will experience a true top shelf margarita paired with Mexican street tacos and a delicious dessert! Join us Saturday, May 10th at 6pm. Seating is limited, so get your spot reserved today by calling 573-317-0100!

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!

Friday, April 25, 2014

Check out all the Wine Trials Missouri has to Offer!

The Show Me State offers delicious, quality wines, charming landscapes, beautiful hills and valleys with some friendly Midwestern hospitality. Missouri is now the eighth-largest wine producing state, with nine wine trails, 393 vineyards and more than 1,600 acres of wine grapes. Although we believe the Lake of the Ozarks is home to the best wineries in Missouri, we wanted to share with you these Missouri Wine Trails. Each and every one of Missouri's nine wine trails offers visitors the experience of a lifetime!

Augusta Wine Country Trail

When traveling on scenic highway 94 between Defiance and Augusta, you will find nine family-owned wineries. This region is the first designated American Viticultural Area in the United States. Here you will discover rolling wooded hills, rich farmland and small towns that have managed to preserve their German heritage. You can either drive the scenic tour yourself or take the convenient shuttle to all the wineries on the trail. For more information visit: http://www.augusta-missouri.com/wineries_brewery.htm

Great Northwest Wine Trail

Beautiful countryside, wine and Midwestern hospitality is exactly what visitors will find on the Great Northwest Missouri Wine Trail. Just North of Kansas City, eight wineries work together to bring wine tasting tourists to their region. For more information visit: http://www.nwmissouriwine.com/

Hermann Wine Trail

Covering twenty beautiful miles between New Haven and Hermann, the Hermann Wine Trail features seven family-owned wineries. Here you will discover great wine, gorgeous vistas, arched underground cellars and friendly people. You can drive yourself through the trail or hop aboard the convenient trolley. This wine trail has special season events that you should definitely check out: Chocolate Wine Trial, Wild Card Wine Trail, berries and BBQ Wine Trail, Holiday Fare Wine Trail, and Say Cheese Wine Trail! For more information visit: http://hermannwinetrail.com/

Kansas City Wine Trail

Wine enthusiasts in the Kansas City area need not travel far to experience delicious Missouri wines. Kansas City and its surrounding areas boast several wineries surrounded by lush and beautiful vineyards. The Kansas City Wine Trail consists of nine wineries spanning from Kansas City to Waverly. For more information visit: http://www.kcwineries.com/

Mississippi River Hills Wine Trail

Winding through the swelling hills of the state's most attractive countryside. Along the trail are five wineries each with its on uniqueness. You will find something for everyone from dry to sweet and fruity wines! For more information visit: http://www.mississippiriverhillswinetrail.com/

Missouri River Wine Trail

The Missouri River Wine Trail is an experience like none other, where the river runs, grapes grow and wine flows! Start at any of the seven wineries on the trail and pick up a souvenir wine glass. Then make your way through the other six with your glass in hand. Drop off your ticket at your last stop to be entered into a drawing for a gift basket! For more more information vist: http://www.missouririverwinetrail.com/

Missouri Weinstrasse

Your memories will last forever when you cruise along Highway 94 on the Missouri Weinstrasse Wine Trail. As you travel the picturesque Missouri Weinstrasse, to the south you will be awed by a sweeping vista of the Missouri River Valley. To the north, Osage Ridge nestles cozy farmsteads on its tree-covered slopes. In between, crops and vineyards thrive on rolling hills. Travel Missouri's most scenic wine trail en route to an afternoon of fine wine and relaxation at four exceptional wineries! For more information visit: http://www.moweinstrasse.com/

Ozark Mountain Wine Trail

The Ozark Mountain Wine Trail winds through southwest Missouri, from Seymour westward to Carthage. The trail includes several small wineries and one distillery. For more information visit: http://www.ozarkmountainwinetrail.org/

Route Du Vin

Southern Missouri is one of the most beautiful scenic regions of the Midwest with rolling hills, green grasses and in the Fall, spectacular colors paint the landscape. The Route Du Vin wineries each have their own special view! The trail has 6 distinctive atmospheres, from a natural cave to quiet and elegant, to comfortable and relaxed to fast paces and energetic! Many of the Route Du Vin wineries have received metals from national competitions. So come taste the wines and hear from the passionate wine makers themselves! For more information visit: http://www.rdvwinetrail.com/

While you are visiting Missouri, be sure to stop by the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks! We have one of the best vacationing spots in the Missouri. From boating to dining, shopping to wine, the Lake of the Ozarks has something for everyone in the family to enjoy! Seven Springs Winery...come for the wine, stay for the atmosphere, remember the view!

For more information on all of the Missouri Wine Trails, please visit: http://americaswinetrails.com/wine-trails/missouri-wineries/

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!