What an amazing year. Though 2011 was certainly a year of rebuilding and change, we are so truly grateful to have spent this year with all of you – our dear friends. After a successful auction in July we moved right into our “$29 and Under” wine event and then, in November, held the … [Read more...]
The Catbird Seat
December 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
By: Diane Madison-Jammal Can I just say OMG!? Holly and Mark Whaley invited us to dinner last night at The Catbird Seat. We had heard great things about this little “eat in the kitchen” restaurant. WELL, let me just say that at the end of the evening we all agreed that we have just had one of … [Read more...]
Best Wines of 2011
December 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Several selections from last summer’s l’Eté du Vin wine auction have been recognized in the annual Top 100 list from Wine Spectator as the “most exciting wines” of 2011. Cloudy Bay’s Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2010 led the way at number 29, followed by Andrew Will’s Sorella Horse … [Read more...]
Apropos Day Spa and Bottega del Vino Team Up to Support l’Eté du Vin
December 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Apropos Advanced Skin Care & Day Spa, owned by Robin Haney, is very pleased to partner with Bottega del Vino Crystal wine glasses. This extraordinary collection of handmade stemware greatly enhances and heightens the wine drinking experience while adding elegance to the presentation. For every … [Read more...]
l’Eté du Vin hosts its first annual Women’s Event to Unite the Wine Community in the Fight Against Cancer
December 14, 2011 By 1 Comment
On the evening of November 1, 2011 l’Eté du Vin launched its first annual Champagne and Chardonnay event. Hosted at Teri Worthington’s lovely home in Belle Meade, the event was Chaired by Amy Smith and Sponsored by Carrie and Tristan Kinsley of The Wine Shoppe at Green Hills along … [Read more...]
2011 Year End Giving
December 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
As the year comes to a close, we are all searching for ways to give meaningful gifts to our loved ones. This year, please consider donating your wines or financial contributions to l'Eté du Vin on behalf of a loved one. We would be grateful to receive the donations to help us exceed our goals for … [Read more...]
Join Our Bordeaux Wine Tour May 2012
December 1, 2011 By 3 Comments
A Wine Lover’s Trip to Mecca-Bordeaux For decades, glowing accounts of Bordeaux wines have been written around the world. The elegance, balance, sensory-enthralling and palate-refreshing qualities of fine Bordeaux wines are the standard for discerning palates worldwide. Lead on Tom Milam and … [Read more...]
Cult Wine Tasting at Kayne Prime
November 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
10/20/2011 - Amazing, amazing dinner last night. There were smiles all around. Kayne Prime (from the setting to the servers) did a fantastic job and there was plenty of food. The Red Snapper was a highlight, but I don't think anyone was prepared for the Red Meat Challenge that was the final course. … [Read more...]
Champagne and Chardonnay
October 4, 2011 By 2 Comments
l’Eté du Vin is uniting women of the wine community in the fight against cancer with Champagne and Chardonnay -- a new event for Women Only. Ladies mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 1, 2011, and save the cocktail hour, 6pm - 8:30pm, for some girl time. We'll enjoy Champagne and … [Read more...]
$29 & Under Wine List
September 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Here is the $29 & Under Wine List you have all been waiting for! There is something for all palates and pocket books. If you would like to make your reservations online for $29 & Under, please do so by clicking here. Aleksey Imports Simple Life Chardonnay 2009 - … [Read more...]
