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Celebrating 10 years of Quality Wines & Quality TimesW i l S O n C R E E k W i n E R Y & V i n E Y A R D S

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is time of year at the winery is busy in a different way. harvest is done, pruning is happening, but more importantly pairings are happening. What do we mean?

WineS: Our winemaker Etienne is coming up with some outstanding wine blends. For example, he paired/blended Grenache wine with Syrah to come up with an outstanding

Grenache/Syrah (to be released in a year). he is alsoworking on some other amazing reds including a redmade exclusively for our Wine Club.

FooD: Chef Clay has created a new winter menufor the Creekside Grille, beautifully paired with WilsonCreek wines. Stop by and taste his new creations withsome of your favorite wines. Additionally, we just had afun and interactive “Wine and Food Pairing 101” classfor members. We ate, drank, paired… then ate anddrank and paired some more.

valentineS: We have created a wonderfulfour-course dinner paired with select wines. e dinner will be in our barrel room, so the ambience will be romantic and memorable. is evening in our restaurant will have very limited seating and will fill up quickly.

WeDDinGS: it is the time of year for weddingpreparation wedding and bookings. We are busy working with brides - showing them the beautifulgrounds and great wedding packages. We are amazed athow many brides are checking out the winery andchoosing Wilson Creek to host their wedding. What an honor.

couPleS: We are noticing a lot of couples simplyenjoying the grounds, restaurant, and wines. Maybe it’sthe time of year, or the weather, or that people are staying closer to home when they travel. it is fun to see so many couples enjoying a romantic day inSouthern California Wine Country.

Gerry & Rosie smoochin’ in front of the Legacy bottle

Mick & Deanna Wilson in the vines on Merlot Mesa

Wi n e clu b. . . Appreciation NightWi n e clu b. . . Appreciation Night

Come enjoy a fun-filledevening of wine, appetizers andprizes with the Wilson Familyand Friends.

APPRECiATiOn niGhT RESERVATiOnS OPEn

February 18 • January 20April 21 • March 24June 22 • May 26August 19 • July 21October 20 • September 22December 14 • november 10

Free for “Extended Family” Wine Club Members.Space iS limited - reSerVationS required.

To update your email address, please contact ourwine club administrators 951.699.9463.

[email protected]

SOLD OUT!

What a Way to Wrap up the year!We enjoyed another successful turnout at our December appreciation night with over 300 “Extended Family” friends. We even had asurprise visit from Santa Claus!

Friends, Food, Wine and Surprises!Join us at the next one, and don’t forget tokeep your contact information updated so wecan keep you informed!

MEET SOME OF YOuR Fun

“ExTEnDED FAMilY” MEMBERS!

FEBRuARY/MARCh 2010 ~ PAGE 2Celebrating 10 years of Quality Wines & Quality Times

Bill Wilson as Santa

e Johnson Family with 10 kidshave a holiday visit with the Wilson’s.

Wayne & Deborah

Christensen

Don & Dollie Pavlinch with Winemaker Etienne Cowper

2010 appreciation night Schedule

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noW aVailable at WilSon creek’S beautiful Wedding center!!

Celebrating 10 years of Quality Wines & Quality Times

Our Father Gerry Wilson gave us that advice many years ago. We have passed that same advice on to everywedding couple we meet. e “yes dear chardonnay”was created with those very words. My wife Jenifer is ahuge Chardonnay fan! She enjoys the big, buttery, oakyChardonnays that are very expensive and take a longtime to make. i went to the Winemaking Team with aclear goal: how can we make a Chardonnay Jenifer likes?We set out on a mission three years ago. We broke downher favorite wines scientifically. en we went to the

tasting profile and found our wines to be very nice but didn’t have the bolder components that her favorites possessed. Our hero and winemaker Etienne calmly andassuredly indicated to us that we have the grapes, and we have the capability, but if wewanted to achieve Jenifer’s wine profile we would to have to work a little harder andspend a little more money. As any good husband knows, price is no object in making awife happy! We had to pick the grapes at the correct time and hand sort the clusters toeliminate the weak ones. We spent money on new Oak Barrels and actually fermentedin those barrels. We cellared and aged the wine in both new and one year-old oak bar-rels for an additional nine months over our regular Chardonnay. A year later we allagreed that after all the extra work we should name it “yes dear” and dedicate it to all the husbands in the world who know what it takes to make agood wife happy. Remember; “happy Wife, happy life!”. So finally the grand moment was upon us. We ceremoniously presented Jenifer with her first glass. She smelled it, she tasted it, and she spoke one word; “Perfect”. i was the happiest man on this planet. To theWinemaking Team: from the bottom of my heart, i thank you. For our “extended family” Wine Club members, please enjoy this big, bold Chardonnay, and as you do, remember the true blood, sweat, and tears that went into your bottle! And more importantly, give your own spouse a bighug and kiss from our family to yours!

Announcing ... neW Wedding packageSAnnouncing ... neW Wedding packageS

ese are two very important words that

are absolutely critical in a successful marital relationship.“Yes Dear”

Cheers, Bill Wilson

day time WeddingS at affordable prices (to accommodate the budget-conscience bride) are launched at Wilson Creek. Many couples are choosing to have small intimate events rather than lavish affairs, and we have many options for them. e nEW packages cater to the budget conscience bride who still wants to take advantage of the breathtaking view of the vineyards, picturesque gazebos and bright sunny days in Southern California. call the Wedding department to speak with a coordinator today, and ask about available dates and to receive the new packet! (951) 699-Wine.

e Wilson Creek Family had funparticipating in theToys for Tots GoldTournament. Funds raised help supportToys for Tots to deliver a message of hope for less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens. Mick Wilson (far right), Steve Robles (white shirt) and Chuck Spiegel (red hat) were part of the WilsonCreek group at Rick Lozano’s (Fox 11) charity golf tournament at Industry Hills. is group shot a 16 under par (56).

We are proud to have participated for the fifth year in a row in “Jacob’s Gifts” holiday party and celebration. A dedicated group of volunteers work throughout the year collecting toys and gifts for children with special needs. e event provides a safe and comfortable place for these special children and their families to get

dressed up and sit on Santa’s lap, dance, and make special cookies and crafts.

WilSon creek eVentS. . . Join Us

To a sold out crowd, “this new Year’s Evewas the most memorable party of the year!” proclaims Rosie

Wilson. Dressed as a festive Court Jester and as the Mardi Gras king, Rosieand Gerry brought in the new Year with flare! Guests were adorned with

colorful feather masks and danced the night away to Audiocast.

This year begins the celebration of the winery’s 10 year in business!

Watch for all of the exciting events throughout the year.

UPCOMING EVENTSEnjoy events throughout the year atWilson Creek. Mark your calendarsand be sure not to miss the fun!

valentine’S roMantic

Dinner ~ February 13,14

teMecula Wine countrY

harveSt FeStival ~ March 6

eaSter brunch ~ April 4

Mother’S DaY ~ May 9

ciGar niGht ~ June 13

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to get the latest!

Jacob’S gift

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Rosie Wilson dressed as afestive Court Jester

Wilson Family

Guests enjoyedthe fortune Teller

New Years Eve

e holiday time of year is always a special time here at Wilson Creek.

It is a time to give back to the community.

Giving back

Libby Wilson Johns & Craig Johns

WilSon creek eVentS. . . Join Us

$45 per person • $60 per person with wine pairing

Wine club memberS: $40 per person$54 per person with wine pairing

limited seating and space is filling up fast so

make your reservations today! 951-693-9463


FEBRUARY 13th & 14th

Craig Johns (right, Wilson Creek co-owner) with Josh Snowand Dr. im of the Rancho Medical Group in Temecula gathered up medical supplies for future missions to haiti. ey have found a continuous weekly supply through the Professional hospital Supply (PhS) warehouse in Temecula.Dr. Walt Combs (same medical group) is already in haiti treating patients. e items collected are returned non-sellablegoods from regional hospitals. Craig has driven one of our Almond Champagne vans and collected medical supplies all

over Southern California. Pictured isthe van at Qualcomm stadium. eother is the Wilson Creek van loadedwith supplies from Sharp Coronadohospital with Sheri Morgan, infectionControl nurse. rough these partnerships the executives at PhS haveagreed to donate medical supplies on anon-going basis that Craig estimates tobe approximately a shipping containerfull per month.

www.haitiendoww

haiti reScue effortS Wilson Creek partners to send medical supplies to Haiti

www.haitiendownmentfund.org

April 4

Join us for a special easter Sunday.

FREEBIES!Check out these

on-line

LUCKY BUCK!As part of our Extended Family Wine Club you receive wines every other month, and we’re SuREyou’ll enjoy the surprise our winemaker has in storefor April. Enter this freebie to receive your APRilWine Club Release for the very lucky price of only$1 (shipping is included).Four winners will be drawnfor this special prize. Goto the Wine Club sectionof our website and click on the“Wine Club Freebies”. en clickon the button that says “Buck” toenter. Good luck! e winners’names will be announced inthe next newsletter.

Dan Trombla of Omaha, nE

Sonja Cotton of Summerville, SC

Michael Garcia of Sisters, OR

Roger Bojorques of Aguanga, CA

ExECuTiVE ChEF ClAY BlAkE PRESEnTS

Idaho Trout with

Glazed Rutabaga and Escarole

2 trout, boneless1C corn meal4T butter

2 rutabaga, (small ones, or 1 large) peeled, cut into 8 wedges each

¼c apple juice¼c honey2t cinnamon1t cayenne pepper

1 escarole, washed and chopped4T butter3 cloves garlic, sliced1 lemon

Rutabaga

Bring salted water to a boil, and cook rutabaga tomedium firmness. Remove from water and reserve atroom temperature. in the same pot heat apple juice,honey, cinnamon, and cayenne. Add rutabaga,and cookover medium heat to a syrupy consistency. e rutabagasshould be soft but not mushy. if the glaze reduces tooquickly, add water.

Esca ro l eheat butter until slightly melted, then add garlic. Before

garlic browns, add escarole, toss to coat, and season lightlywith salt. Cook approximately 20 minutes over mediumlow heat, adding a little water if pan gets dry. Add lemonand adjust salt. Optional though recommended, add alittle crushed red chili pepper.

Trou theat skillet to medium heat. Season trout with salt andpepper, then dredge in cornmeal, shaking off excess; it isnot necessary to coat the skin. Add 2T butter, sauté untilgolden brown beginning with flesh side down. Turn,cooking through, total cooking time is approximately 7minutes. Repeat with other fillet. Enjoy!

WINNERSAND THE

ARE...PREVIOUS GREAT “FREEBIES”

OF OUR

NOW SERVING OUR WINTER MENU

Every Monday through Fridayfrom 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.,the Creekside Grille will takeyou on a wonderful tour ofitaly and the Mediterranean,with Executive Chef ClayBlake’s Cicchetti selections,along with a limited menu.


BUY ONE CICCHET

TI

GET ONE FREE!

bring this coupon in and

enjoy a cicchetti, and the

second is on us!

Limit one per customer. Valid thru 3/31/10.

Open Daily11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

(Gluten Free)

leticia hammond wrote... I just wanted to say a belated Happy Holidays to the Wilson Creek Winery Family. I have been an extended wine member for about four years.e Almond Champagne is our family favorite. We have introduced this to all our friendsand family, and it has become a big hit at all our events, even at Sand Drag Races. isyear we ordered two cases of the Almond Champagne with our custom labels. Shout outto Sarah Utley for taking care of that for us. Awesome! Wanted to share with you that Almond Champagne does go with anything.... Even making the traditional family tamales at Christmas time. My daughter JamieMyers and myself, along with my husband Jim and my mother in-law, were enjoying the "taste". A great big THANK YOU to Gerry, Rosie, Bill and "staff".

helen Wittman wrote... We had two birthdays to celebrate and decided that Wilson Creek would be the best place.

As always, we had an extraordinary time! We tasted and then went to the beautifulgardens to enjoy each other’s company. I am including a picture that was taken on

the bridge that day. anks Wilson Creek for always making us feel welcome! P.S. e birthday girls are Pam Vanderwalker and Shannon Wittman...

two beautiful women!

“Jen t wrote... Once again the case ofMouvedre we ordered was the hit of ourChristmas wine and cheese party. It pairedwell with all the yummy foods we had.anks again for producing such fun, affordable wines!!!!

raV i n g fa n S. . .raV i n g fa n S. . . you make the difference

Shannon & Joshua Wilson wrote... Over anksgiving I turned 30 years old. We celebrated with our closest friends in SALISBURY,MARYLAND, with several bottles of your famous Almond Champagne during an adventurous limo ride! I now have several people

requesting bottles for the Christmas holiday celebrations! anks for all you do throughout the year foryour Wine Club members! It is very much appreciated! Shine on!

Sandra Ross and Paola Cruz enjoyingWilson Creek Wine... just because.

pairing good times with

good wines

Catherine Cheng

kimberly Burks and Friends

FEBRuARY/MARCh 2010 ~ PAGE 7

W i l S o n c r e e k W i n e r y & V i n e y a r d S

feature WineSthiS Shipment’S

2008 “YeS Dear” charDonnaY

e 2008 “Yes Dear” Chardonnay has a medium straw color.it has floral orange blossom and bright fruit aromas that areenhanced by a touch of vanilla and toasty oak. e wine hasa ripe, rich fullness and broad smooth texture in the mouthwith ripe fruit flavors and layers of creamy vanilla and sweetoak that linger in the finish.

cuiSine pairing SuggeStionS: is wine has enough body and character to stand up to pork or veal and would go well with turkey and rich chicken dishes.

data: Varietal Composition: 100% ChardonnayAppellation/Vineyard: 100% Temecula Valley25% barrel aged/barrel fermented in new and 1 year oldAmerican and European oak, 75% stainless steel fermentedno malo-lactic fermentation.

retail Price: $19.95

Wine club Price: $15.96 ~ re-orDer Price $13.96

Wine club caSe Price: $179.55 ~ re-orDer caSe Price: $155.61

2006 Merlot

e 2006 Merlot has a dark ruby color and aromas of darkcherry, smoked meat and vanilla. Ripe cherry and currantflavors carry through in the mouth, accented with oak flavorsand a hint of green tea. Firm tannins in the finish providelong aging potential to this wine.

cuiSine pairing SuggeStionS: is wine would go wellwith roasted, grilled or barbecued meats such as lamb, beefor sausages.

data: Varietal and Appellation: 100% Temecula Valley85% Merlot 15% Cabernet Sauvignon




2008 “SanS chene” charDonnaY

e 2008 “Sans Chene” no oak Chardonnay has a pale strawcolor with a greenish tint. it has green apple, pear, a littleapricot pit and flinty character in the nose. e wine is clean,crisp, lean and refreshing. e style is like Chablis withGranny Smith apple and mineral-flinty flavors

cuiSine pairing SuggeStionS: is wine would go wellwith fish and poultry dishes. it would do especially well tobalance and cut through rich cream sauces.

data: Varietal and Appellation: 100% ChardonnayAppellation/Vineyard: 100% Temecula Valley




35960 RAnChO CAliFORniA ROAD TEMECulA, CA 92591 951.699.Wine (9463) • fax: 951-695-9463

WilSoncreekWinery.com • [email protected]

That’s Right! When one of these featured wines tickles yourtaste buds and you’ve simply GOT to have MORE, just give us ajingle at (951) 699-WINE (9463) and you’ll receive a 30% discounton bottle re-orders! Buy a case or a mixed case of any of these delicious wines in this shipment and receive a 35% discount! (*Re-order prices offered in our tasting room or by contactingyour “Extended Family” Wine Club team.) Offer valid on these featured wines only and valid through 03/31/2010. May not be valid insome states.

CLASSIC CLUB 2006 Merlot 2008 Sans CheneYour Price: $41.52 ~ You Save: $10.38

COLLECTORS’ CIRCLE 2 bottles of 2006 MerlotYour Price: $52.72 ~ You Save: $13.18

GREAT WHITES 2008 Chardonnay (Yes Dear!)2008 Sans Chene, Almond ChampagneYour Price: $41.11 ~ You Save: $14.74

family re-order SpecialS30% & 35% OFF

Special giftSfor Sharing

and perfect pairings from the vines

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