Frighteningly Good Halloween Wine Ideas

Halloween isn't just for the kids!  Halloween is the 3rd largest party holiday in the US, behind New Year's Even and Super Bowl Sunday.  This spooky holiday is almost as much about stuffing your face with candy and having a drink with friends as it is dressing up in costumes and carving pumpkins. Seven Springs Winery is here to help you get a little creative with your wine this Halloween.  Stop by your favorite winery at the Lake of the Ozarks to pick up some wine and try one of these delicious drinks or pairings!

Halloween Inspired Drinks

Candy Corn Cocktail

1/2 oz. Muscato Sparkling

3/4 oz. Grenadine
1 1/2 oz. Kettle Corn infused Bombay Sapphire Gin - to make add a cup of kettle corn to a 750ml bottle and infuse in an airtight container for at least 24 hours

Blood Letter Trinidad Sour

1 oz. Syrah 

1 oz. Bourbon

1/2 oz. Maple Syrup 

12 dashes Angostura Bitters

Juice of 1/2 a Lemon

Burnt Lemon Peel for Garnish

Ghostly White Wine Spritzer

5 oz. Dry Vignoles

Tonic Water Ice Cubes

Infographic from: www.vivino.com

Vampire Blood Punch

2 cups Dry Rougeon 

4 cups Rum 

1 cup Sugar

1 Cup Lemon Juice

4 Cups Water

1 Blood Orange (sliced thinly)

1 Cinnamon Stick

4 Whole Cloves

Freshly Grated Nutmeg 

Peel of 3 Lemons

Candy and Wine Pairings

Pinot Noir
Red Licorice pairs nicely because the Pinot Noir already has some cherry undertones.

Syrah
Hershey's Dark Chocolate's bitterness makes a statement with the powerful Syrah.

Muscato Sparkling
Skittles and Starburst Candy pair well with the tropical fruit flavors found in our Muscato Sparkling.

Chardonel
Butterfinger pairs well with a buttery Chardonel.

Blushing Springs
Nerds and candy corn pair well with sweetness of this sparkling red wine.

Seven Springs Winery has you covered this Halloween and every other holiday.  From dry white wines to sweet reds, our Lake of the Ozark's winery has something for everyone to love!  Consider hosting your holiday party with us this year.  Seven Springs Winery and Vineyards is conveniently located in the Missouri foothills between Camdenton and Osage Beach making it the perfect celebration location!

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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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7 Interesting Wine Facts You May Not Know

Although wine originated long ago, it keeps gaining popularity all around the world.  Today we have thousands of wines that can be found all over the world including right here in Missouri.  As you're drinking your favorite Lake of the Ozarks wine, do you ever think about how wine became so widely loved or how certain traditions were started?  Here are some interesting facts about wine you may not know!

1. Cheers!

The custom bumping your glasses together and saying cheers came from old Rome where they used this method to ensure one one was trying to poison the others.  Bumping the glasses together made the drink spill from one cup to another.

2. No Wine for Women

In ancient Rome, it was forbidden for the women to drink wine.  If a husband found his wife dirnking wine, the law allowed for him to kill her.

3. Not for Egypt 

Egypt was an ancient civilization that did not like wine.  The old kings avoided wine because they believed that the red alcoholic beverage was actually the blood of men who tried to fight the gods and failed. According to the Egyptians, this is what makes people act irrationally while drinking alchol.

4. Grape Juice Warning

During the prohibition period, grape juice concentrate manufacturers put a warning on their product due to the drinking lust Americans had.  The sticker read, "After you mix the concentrate with water, please do not keep the mix in a barrel for 20 days - as it will turn into wine."

5. Wine Sniffing Champion

In 2003, Richard Juhlin, a sport ed from Sweden, was crowned as the world champion of recognizing wine by smell.  He was able to recognize 43 wines out of 50.  In comparison, the second place winner was only able to recognize 4 of the wines.

6. Oops, We Made Wine

The earliest remnants of wine were discovered in Iran and the oldest evidence of cultivated vines were found in Georgia as early as 7000 B.C.  Supposedly, the drink orginally fermented by mistake when native yeasts accidentally came in contact with grapes stored in containers.  This turned the sugars in the grapes to alcohol.

7. Wine in Moderation

The ancient Greeks designed a wine glass that would ensure moderation when drinking wine.  If wine was poured above a certain level, the cup spilled its entire contents out of the bottom of the glass.

Seven Springs Winery is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine!  Don't worry, we don't have glasses that will spill your wine and women are allowed to drink here.  So grab your spouse or your friends and head on over to the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks.  Located in the rolling Missouri foothills, Seven Springs Winery is an ideal place for relazing with a glass of your favorite wine and admiring the beautiful views!

Sources:
https://www.wiine.me/10-amazing-facts-about-wine/
http://interestingthings.info/food-and-beverages/10-interesting-facts-wine-know.html
http://kickassfacts.com/30-kickass-interesting-facts-about-wine/

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573.317.0100

846 Winery Hills Estates

Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Wine Terminology: 39 Words Used to Describe Wine Taste

With so many different varieties of Missouri wine, it can be hard to choose one.  How do you choose a bottle of wine anyway?  Some have nice labels, but that's not going to guarantee you're going to like the taste of the wine inside.  Many people rely on wine descriptions to get an idea of the taste. However, if your not familiar with wine terminology, you may have no idea what kind of wine you're actually getting.  The wine terminology below will help you in your search for the perfect wine at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Wine Terms for Taste and Flavor

• Austere - high acidity and very little fruit flavors
• Backward - high in alcohol content and tannins
• Balanced - wine that strikes a balance between acidity, tannic structure and fruit flavors
• Big - full bodied wines that fill and coat the palate
• Bright - higher in acidity that makes your mouth water
• Buttery - aged in oak, rich and flat (less acidity), cream-like texture with a smooth finish
• Charcoal - gritty, dry and a rustic flavor
• Cigar Box - hinting toward sweetness and cedar-wood
• Complex - a positive term describing wine with many different taste and aromatic qualities
• Creamy - white wines fermented or aged in oak
• Crisp - refreshing acidity 
• Dense - bold
• Dry - not sweet
• Earthy - flavor and aromatic characteristics reflect that of the terroir in which it was grown
• Elegant - not big, not fruity, not opulent and not bold, higher acidity
• Fading - a wine losing its color, body and flavor characteristics
• Fat - wide, big, massive and opulent
• Flabby - a negative term describing a lack of acidity
• Flamboyant - abundance of fruit
• Fleshy - raw steak sensation 
• Flinty - wine that denotes flavors aromatic characteristics of metal or steel 
• Fruity - aromas and flavors suggest fruit; doesn't imply sweetness
• Heady - high alcohol content and an overwhelmingly alcoholic aroma
• Jammy - cooked berry sweetness, syrupy 
• Lean - presenting little or no fruit flavors
• Masculine - describing big, full-bodied wine
• Oaky - oak flavors (smoky, toasty) 
• Opulent - rich, smooth and bold
• Refined - similar to elegant, not opulent or bold
• Silky - rich red wines fermented or aged in oak
• Soft - smooth rather than crisp mouth feel
• Steely - higher acidity
• Structured - high tannin and acidity 
• Supple - a balance of fruit flavors and tannic structure
• Tannic - firm wine leaving the mouth feeling dry
• Toasty - wine that's oak-aged, with a slightly burnt caramel finish
• Unctuous - oily 
• Unoaked - doesn't have vanilla, cream, butter or baking spices in it, more of a zesty lemon flavor, more tart
• Velvety - rich in flavors and texture, lush, smooth and silky

Seven Springs Winery offers a wide variety of wine to meet your tastes.  Stop by for one of our daily wine tastings to find your favorite! Our winery at the Lake of the Ozarks sits atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills creating the perfect backdrop for any event or celebration.  The covered porch and patio area are ideal for enjoying a glass of wine and admiring the beautiful views.  Stop by and see us soon! 

Sources: 

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/40-wine-descriptions/

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/understanding-wine-descriptors.html

http://wine.lovetoknow.com/wiki/Wine_Terminology

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573.317.0100

846 Winery Hills Estates

Linn Creek, MO 65052

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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!

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573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Come See Us at the Midwest Wine and Brew Festival this Weekend!

Join Seven Springs Winery this Saturday, August 9th for the Midwest Wine and Brew Festival!  The event is being held at the Country Club Hotel & Spa in Lake Ozark from 2 to 5 PM.  Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door and includes a complimentary wine glass. You must be 21 or over to enter.  Be sure to stop by for a taste of the best wine at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Wineries 

• Adam Puchta Winery
• Baltimore Bend Vineyard
• Giggling Grapes Winery
• Les Bourgeois Vineyards
• Peaceful Bend Vineyard
• Serenity Valley Winery
• Seven Springs Winery
• St. Aubert Hills Vineyard
• Wenwood Farm Winery
• Westphalia Vineyards

Breweries 

• Bur Oak Brewing
• CORE Brewing 
• Horseshoe Bend Brewing 
• Leaky Roof Meadery
• Logboat Brewing Co
• Missouri Eagle 
• Ozark Distillery
• Piney River Brewing Co
• Rock Bridge Brewing
• Springfield Brewing Co

Vendors 

• Backstreet Home Brew 
• & Smoke Supplies
• Bob’s No Wake Zone
• Touched by Heaven 
• Wine Town Designs
• Yankee Candle
• ...and More! 

Seven Springs Winery is the perfect full service facility for all your Lake of the Ozarks event needs! Not only are we the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks, we're also the perfect Lake of the Ozarks wedding venue or place to host your other special events.  Our Missouri winery sits atop 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills between Camdenton and Osage Beach. Come taste some of our wine at the Midwest Wine and Brew Festival and learn what all we have to offer!

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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!

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573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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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

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573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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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! 

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573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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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
• Castleview Bed and Breakfast: www.castleviewbedandbreakfast.com
• Lake Ozark Vacations: www.pmglake.com
• Harmony (5-bedroom vacation home): www.homeaway.com propery ID# 177482 ( 1 mile from your winery, just past Y-Road Market)
• Sunrise Beach (5-bedroom vacation home): www.homeaway.com  property ID# 124785
• Osage Beach (8 bedroom vacation home): www.homeaway.com  property ID# 157890
• Sunrise Beach (9-bedroom vacation home): www.homeaway.com  property ID# 175420
• Lake Property Management www.lakepropertymgmt.com

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! 

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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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

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573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Choose Seven Springs Winery for Your Wedding Reception

Congratulations on your engagement! The time ahead is filled with the excitement of planning your
wedding. Seven Springs Winery wants to ensure that your memorable day is in the hands of professional and caring coordinators. In addition to the ceremony, you'll need to organize your wedding reception at the Lake of the Ozarks and we're here to help!

The Perfect Reception Venue 

Our location is not only beautiful but also convenient. Seven Springs Winery and Vineyards at the Lake of the Ozarks sits upon 160 breathtaking acres making a wonderful place for your celebration. The winery is less than a 10 minute drive from Camdenton and Osage Beach. Our facility also has a magnificent covered porch and a large patio area ideal for enjoying a glass of wine and admiring the beautiful view.  Our facility holds up to 200 people inside and another 125 outside in our patio area. At night, the patio area lights up providing a remarkable, intimate atmosphere.

Catering for the Reception

In addition to the facilities, our executive chef prepares a distinctive and delicious banquet menu with items ranging from hors d’ oeuvres to gourmet styled meals. These meals can be customized to fit one’s dietary, cultural or personal preferences as needed.

When renting our outdoor pavilion you may choose your own Lake of the Ozarks caterer or let us cater your event, barbeque style. We offer a choice of brisket, pulled pork, bratwurst, ribs, chicken or hamburgers. All served with sides of potato salad and baked beans.  Our winery at the Lake of the Ozarks will also provide beer, wine, sangria and sodas of your choosing.  

Reception Services

Seven Springs Winery schedules events every day of the week.  We also offer flexible setup times on the day of your event.  Food and beverage service is for 4 hours, but additional hours can be purchased. Guests receive a complimentary half-hour to gather belongings and clear out the facility after the event.  Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages are made available to guests during this half-hour.

• Event Coordinator to help you plan your reception. 
• Banquet chairs and tables complete with china, glassware and silverware (Classic white linens available for rental.)
• Sound system for speeches, background music and also a flat screen television for showing pictures. 
• Complete setup and cleanup of tables and chairs by our event staff. 
• Our event coordinator will be present on your day to ensure everything runs according to your wishes...it is your special day after all!

For complete details and pricing for your Lake of the Ozarks wedding reception please download our Wedding Package PDF.

Seven Springs Winery provides an event coordinator who works with you closely in order to ensure your needs are met.  We would like to invite you to come see what makes us different. Please feel free to call ahead in order to schedule a meeting with our event coordinator. We look forward to the pleasure of hosting your special day at our Lake of the Ozarks winery!

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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!

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573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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Help Seven Springs Winery get a New Fountain!

Seven Springs Winery is looking for sponsors to help purchase and construct a new fountain and seating area for guests.  This new fountain will make a great backdrop for wedding pictures and more!  Several levels of sponsorship are available.  Help us make our dream of a beautiful fountain at our Lake of the Ozarks Winery come true!    

Platinum - $5,000

• Fountain will be constructed in your name
• A plaque featuring your name inside the winery
• Free admission to all events at the winery for three years
• A gift card for $500 

Gold - $2,500

• A stepping stone around the new fountain featuring your name
• A plaque featuring your name inside the winery at the Lake of the Ozarks
• Free admission to all events at the winery for 2 years 
• A gift card for $250

Silver - $1,000

• A plaque featuring your name inside the winery 
• Free admission to all events at the winery ffor 1 year 
• A gift card for $100

Bronze - $500

• A plaque featuring your name inside the winery
• A gift card for $50 

All sponsors will be invited to a private dedication ceremony held at Seven Springs Winery Lake of the Ozarks.  The event will feature free food, wine, and live music by Sax on the Beach!  For more information about donating to Seven Springs Winery, please call 573-317-0100.

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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!

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573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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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!

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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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Seven Springs Winery Summer Menu Starts May 1st!

At Seven Springs Winery, its not just about the wine!  We offer a full menu ranging from spunky appetizers to elegant entrees.  Each menu item pairs well with one of our many different wine options available here at the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks!  Check out some of our favorites from our new Summer Menu available starting May 1st!

Nibblers

Aged Cheese & Fresh Fruit 
Aged sharp cheddar, smoked Gouda, Gruyere fresh mozzarella and roasted garlic and red pepper cheese spread with seasonal varieties of fruit, crackers and crostini.
Pairing: Vignoles

Light Fare

Lump Crab & Brie Quesadilla
aged French brie and lump crabmeat grilled in a flour tortilla.  Topped with green onions and a side of fresh mango salsa.
Pairing: Chardonel

Seared Ahi Tuna Firecracker Lollipops
Black sesame and red pepper crusted yellow fin tuna, seared rare and surved on bed of mixed field greens with Wasabi cream and soy sauce.
Pairing: Muscato Sparkling 

Sandwiches

April in Paris 
Warm melted brie, tomato, kale, basil pesto, served on grilled house baked bread.
Pairing: Muscato Sparkling

Sicilian Flat Bread 
Fresh tomato, basil, garlic butter, topped with parmesan cheese and baked on focaccia bread.
Pairing: Syrah

Greens

Tomato Caprese Salad
Ripe tomatoes, fresh basil and mozzarella cheese. Drizzled with blueberry, balsamic vinaigrette.
Pairing: Traminette

Strawberry Kale Salad 
Fresh sliced strawberries, chopped kale, walnuts and feta cheese in a blueberry, balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Pairing: Vignoles

Dinner

Chicken Pomadoro
Lightly breaded and pan fried chicken breast, topped with tomato and basil sauce infused with Spring Fling wine.
Pairing: Dry Vignoles

Grilled Ahi Tuna with Sauteed Kale 
Grilled Ahi Tuna with compound butter on top of a bed of sauteed kale with Vignoles, EVOO, garlic and lemon.
Pairing: Vignoles

Pan Seared Whitefish
Pan seared whitefish fillet, topped with parmigiano cheese and served over a lemon Buerre Blabc sauce.
Pairing: Traminette

Our Lake of the Ozarks winery isn't just a place to come sip a glass of wine and wind down from the day.  We have so much more to offer from event venue space to a nice meal with the entire family!  Next time you are thinking of a place for dinner, keep Seven Springs Winery in mind...we might just become your new favorite place to dine!

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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Wine Merchandise at Seven Springs Winery!

Seven Springs Winery is your one stop shop for everything Wine!  Not only do we host events and have wine tastings, but we offer a vast variety of wine merchandise as well.  From apparel to bottle stoppers, we've got something for every wine lover out there!  Stop by the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks and check out our selection.

Wine Merchandise

• Decorated Wine Glasses
• True-Tap Double Hinge Corkscrews
• High Heel Wine Bottle Holders
• Rhinestone Bottle Stoppers
• Wine Bottle Stoppers
• Wine Bottle Holders
• Wine Magnets
• Wine Glass Floaties
• Rhinestone Purse Hangers
• T-Shirts
• Wall Art 
• Party Napkins
• Wine Bottle Gift Bags
• Fat Bastard Gourmet Sauces
• Secret of the Islands Hand Scrub 
• Decorated Wine Bottles

Wine Gift Baskets

• Build Your Own: Large Wine Gift Basket
• Build Your Own: Small Wine Fit Basket
• The Wine Diva Basket
• The New Mom Basket
• Red Wine Lover's Basket
• Large Christmas Basket
• Small Christmas Basket
• Large Wine Basket
• Small Wine Basket

In addition to all these wonderful products we offer at Seven Springs Winery, you can purchase gift cards to give to your wine loving friends and family!  Then they can pick out their favorite wine merchandise at the Lake of the Ozarks from the wide selection that we offer.  So stop by one of the finest wineries at the Lake of the Ozarks for a bottle of your favorite wine and check out our merchandise while you're here!

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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Vignoles Wine at Seven Springs Winery

Wine, Wine and more Wine!  

Last week, we discussed all of the delicious wines available at Seven Springs Winery. Today we are going to start a series of featured wines so you can learn more about each one of the wines you can taste at your Lake of the Ozarks Winery.  To start off we are going to feature one of Missouri's most versatile wines, the Vignoles.

About Vignoles Wine

Vignoles grapes are used to produce wines ranging in flavor from refreshingly dry to blissfully sweet. At Seven Springs Winery you can taste the Dry Vignoles or the semi-sweet Vignoles wine.  Similar to a German Riesling, the Vignoles possess a luscious floral aroma and fruity flavors of citrus, pineapple and apricot.  Vignoles are the second most common grape grown in the state of Missouri.  This white wine serves as a great stand alone wine for sipping on a hot summers night or paired with a wide variety of food choices.  The Vignoles wine is a match for any pallet.  Wine lovers who prefer a sweet wine will fawn over the fruity flavors, while those that prefer a dry wine will likely find it light and refreshing.    

Ideal Food Pairings 

Vignoles pairs with a wide range of dishes due to its floral aroma and fruity flavors.  Below are some ideal pairing for the dry and sweet Vignoles Wines:

• Spicy Mexican Dish with a Sweet Vignoles
• Asian Cuisine with a Sweet Vignoles
• Swiss Cheese with a Dry Vignoles
• Salmon with a Dry Vignoles
• Fruit Chutney with a Sweet Vignoles
• Creme Brulee with a Sweet Vignoles

Now that you know a little more about Vignoles Wine, stop by the best winery at the Lake of the Ozarks to try some! We have daily wine tastings so you can decide if Vignoles is the wine for you. Now that the weather is warmer you can enjoy a glass out on the covered porch and patio area overlooking our 160 acres of rolling Missouri foothills.  And stay tuned because we have more featured wines coming each month!

For more information on Missouri Wines visit: missouriwine.org.

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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13 Great Wines Available at Seven Springs Winery!

At Seven Springs Winery, we offer a great selection of wine each with its own aroma. We have a variety of red, white and specialty wines to match any pallet. Our winery at the Lake of the Ozarks offers daily wine tastings so you can try it before you buy it.  Come on out to Seven Springs Winery to enjoy something special from our wine list.

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

Chardonet
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.

Muscato 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.

Dry Rougeon
Light bodied red, no tannins with a berry 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.

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

Come and enjoy a glass of wine on our covered porch and patio area while admiring the beautiful view. In addition to our wines, check out our wide range of wine merchandise including wine apparel, wine glasses, cork screws, wine toppers and other fun wine accessories. We hope to see you soon at the best winery 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!

Seven Springs Winery
573.317.0100
846 Winery Hills Estates
Linn Creek, MO 65052

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