FROM: Linganore Wincellars
SUBJECT: LINGANORE WINECELLARS WINS "GREEN BUSINESS OF THE YEARS" AWARD.
LINGANORE CONTACT: Anthony Aellen (301) 831-5889
DATE: 04/22/11

Linganore Winecellars wins “Green Business of the Year” Award Mt. Airy, Maryland, April 21, 2011---

Berrywine Plantations / Linganore Winecellars is proud to announce that it has received the Green Business of the Year Award, in the small to midsize business category, from the Baltimore Business Journal at their annual luncheon held in downtown Baltimore. “We are honored to be recognized for our ongoing sustainability efforts and our commitment to the environment.” said Anthony Aellen, President and Winemaker at Linganore. “We feel privileged to be associated with such an esteemed group of companies who won in the other categories” Ongoing sustainability efforts include recycling of fruit pulp for deer feed and vineyard compost, repurposing of winery by products, use of organics for fertilizers in the vineyard, among others. The latest addition is the implementation of 100% wind power saving the equivalent CO2 emissions from 17,942 gallons of gas. “It’s a continuation of over 30 years of environmental stewardship” Aellen said.

Berrywine Plantations / Linganore Winecellars, founded in 1971 by Jack and Lucille Aellen, is Maryland’s largest winery. Situated on 230 acres in eastern Frederick County, Linganore produces over 600,000 bottles of wine per year.  

FROM: Linganore Wincellars
SUBJECT: LINGANORE GOES 100% WIND POWER
LINGANORE CONTACT: Anthony Aellen
DATE: 02/01/11

Mt. Airy, MD – In years of constant effort to reduce our carbon footprint through composting, recycling, and even reusing building materials for renovation work, Linganore Winecellars has made another major leap in conservation. As of February 1, 2011 100% of the electricity used at the winery will be generated from wind power. “For over 20 years we have been smart stewards of the land by composting our fruit pulp which reduces our dependence on chemically produced fertilizers. Both we and our customers have been actively involved in a recycling program which has kept more than 15 tons of recyclable materials out of our landfills in just this last year alone.” said Anthony Aellen, President and Winemaker. “We have now made the commitment to green energy by buying all of our electricity from wind generated sources. The impact of this change is incredible.” Aellen said  “ This is something we have been trying to do for years and things finally fell together at the right place and the right time. It is another step forward in land and energy stewardship.” The EPA calculated impacts of this decision are outlined below.

In just one year the environmental impact of going 100% wind is:
196,400 KWh = 160 metric tons of Carbon Dioxide;
100% wind purchase will offset the equivalent of:
CO2 emissions from 17,942 gallons of gas consumed, 371 barrels of oil consumed,
and electricity CO2 from 19.4 homes and taking 30.5 cars off the road for a year.

TO: Feature Editor
FROM: For Immediate Use
SUBJECT:Frederick County Business Development Advisory Council and Office of
Economic Development Host Annual Business Reception
LINGANORE CONTACT: Lucia Simmons, 410-984-1246
DATE: 11/20/08

Frederick, MD – The Frederick County Business Development Advisory Council (BDAC) and the Frederick County Office of Economic Development (OED) held their Annual Business Reception last night at Martin’s in Walkersville.

Over 250 Frederick County business representatives, elected officials and community partners attended this year’s event. A brief awards ceremony was held honoring four unique and diverse businesses, representing our four target industries: Manufacturing, Advanced Technology, Life Sciences and Agriculture. OED also honored six entrepreneurial firms that have graduated from the Frederick Innovative Technology Center (FITCI) this year. Lastly, an award was given to a Frederick County citizen for Volunteer of the Year.

The 2008 Frederick County Manufacturing Firm of the Year was presented to Wright Manufacturing, and the 2008 Frederick County Life Sciences Firm of the Year went to SABiosciences. The 2008 Frederick County Technology Firm of the Year went to Orases Consulting Corporation, and Linganore Winecellars-Berrywine Plantations was selected as the 2008 Frederick County Agri-Business of the Year. The six FITCI graduates are: APE-BridgePath Scientific, HSRL Pathology, Imagilin Technology, Integrated BioTherapeutics, Cybrdi, Inc. and ChromoTrax. Mr. Patrick Haley of APE-BridgePath Scientific was awarded the 2008 Frederick County Volunteer of the Year.

		"We were simply overjoyed to be awarded the Frederick County Agri-business of the Year award on November 19, 2008 from the Office of Economic Development. It is a great honor for us to be selected and wish to thank all those responsible for considering us for the award."

This year’s Platinum Event Sponsor was SAIC-Frederick, Inc. Additional support was provided by the following sponsors: Corporate Occupational Health Solutions, Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Matan Companies, The Columbia Bank, Woodsboro Bank, Frederick County Bank, Frederick County Workforce Services, Miles & Stockbridge, Rodgers Consulting, The City of Frederick Department of Economic Development and Vistage International.

For more information on OED, please visit their website at
http://www.discoverfrederickmd.com.

TO: Feature Editor
FROM: Scott Grove, Grove PR, 301-663-4641 (media calls only)
SUBJECT: Linganore’s Nouveau Release / Tasting
For Immediate Use
LINGANORE CONTACT: Lucia Simmons, 410-984-1246
DATE: 10/31/08

Photos:
Linganore Winecellar’s 2008 Nouveau, a light and floral red wine, harvested from this summer’s crop of grapes grown at the winery’s Mt. Airy, MD vineyard, pairs well with a host of holiday recipes featured during a special tasting hosted throughout the month of November.

Nouveau Wine: The First Wine of Vintage ‘08 Great for Holiday Dinners
Linganore Winecellars Releases 2008 Nouveau

Thanksgiving dishes created from autumn-harvested potatoes, apples, squash, corn and nuts have been perennial favorites since President Washington officially decreed the holiday in 1789. However, there is another edible harvested in September – the grape – that has the potential of enlivening the flavors of these and other menu items when transformed into wine. On November 1, Linganore Winecellars released its 2008 Nouveau, produced with a special variety of red grapes, grown this summer at the winery’s 60-acre Frederick County, MD vineyard.

While most wines require a 1-2 year aging process, nouveau is produced in just 6 weeks, resulting in a flavor that is both floral and fruity – atypical of most red wines that are bolder and dryer. “Many people are unaware that there are so many styles of wines,” says Anthony Aellen, Linganore’s vintner. “Nouveau is a very different stage in the wine life. Because it is aged a short period of time, it has a low tannin level, resulting in a milder, fruitier flavor.” Not surprisingly, many white wine drinkers have enjoyed their first glass of red when introduced to a nouveau.

		Accordingly, nouveau encompasses dinner menus that traditionally are reserved for white wines. “There is a misconception that only white wine should be served with poultry and fish, and red wine served with heartier meats such as beef, pork or lamb,” says Aellen. “I believe such decisions should be based on the individual preparation of the food as opposed solely to the selection of the meat. Whites should be paired with milder recipes and reds with those that are bolder.” Perhaps more so than any other wine, nouveau can bridge the widest range of dinner menus – ultimately, proving to be a great conciliator among red and white wine drinkers. And, yes, Aellen says nouveau pairs well with turkey. Linganore Winecellars makes a case for Aellen’s philosophy with a special wine tasting that is paired with several inspired Thanksgiving recipes. Throughout the month of November, the public can sample Linganore wines, including Aellen’s 2008 Nouveau with cranberry fig relish, sausage cornbread and chestnut dressing, sweet potato casserole, and cheesecake with plum sauce. “Each of the recipes offers an interesting twist on its traditional preparation with the infusion of savory meat, herb, and spice flavors.” Recipes of each of the dishes, are included in the tasting that is offered for $5.00 a person. Aellen also refutes another common myth among wine consumers – ‘that all wines get better with age’. “Not so with nouveau,” which, Aellen says, should be consumed within 6 months of its release.

“Beyond that point, nouveau begins to loose its distinctive fruity character.” Linganore Winecellar’s 2008 Nouveau, produced using a hybrid grape bred by Cornell University, is a limited bottling. Being a limited bottling, this wine is available only at the winery.

Linganore Winecellars - Berrywine Plantations is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road in Mt. Airy, Maryland. The winery is open for tours, tasting and sales:
Mon-Fri: 10am-5pm; Sat:10am-6pm; Sun: noon-6pm.
For complete directions from all regions, visit www.linganorewines.com or call 410-795-6432 or 301-831-5889.

Founded in 1971, Linganore Winecellars - Berrywine Plantations is Maryland’s largest winery. The Aellen family produces a wide selection of grape, dessert and specialty wines that have been awarded with more than 250 medals for excellence. Known for their exceptional hospitality, the Aellen family and staff invite you to join them for their wine tastings, estate tours and wine festivals held throughout the year on their 230-acre estate.

From our family to yours—please drink responsibly.

Sweet potato casserole is one of four holiday dishes you can sample with paired wines – as well as take home the recipe to prepare at home – during the month of November at Linganore Winecellars in Mt. Airy, MD.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

1 cup All-purpose flour
2/3 cup Packed Brown Sugar
1/4 cup Chopped Pecans, toasted
1/3 cup Butter, melted
1/2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon
21/2 lbs. Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
11/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 Large Egg White
1 5oz. can evaporated skim milk

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Combine flour, brown sugar, pecans, butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Stir to
form a streusel and set aside.
3. Place potatoes in a sauce pan with water to cover. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce
heat, and simmer until very tender. Drain well, place in a large bowl and mash.
4. Add 1 cup of streusel, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, egg white, and evaporated
skim milk to the mashed potatoes.
5. Spoon into a 2 qt casserole coated with cooking spray and top with remaining
streusel.
6. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

EVENT DATE(S): OCTOBER 18-19, 2008
SUBJECT: WINERY HOSTS 25th ANNUAL "VINTAGE JAZZ FESTIVAL"
PRESS RELEASE DATED: OCTOBER 08, 2008

Award-winning wines will be paired with award-winning jazz as Linganore Winecellars - Berrywine Plantation hosts the 25th annual Vintage Jazz Festival, October 18-19 in Mt. Airy, MD. The event, which takes place at the picturesque 230 acre vineyard, draws thousands of regional attendees, and brings to a close the winery’s summer festival season.

Each day, attendees will have the opportunity to sample 19 of Linganore Winecellars - Berrywine Plantation’s 30 grape and fruit wines. The tasting will include seven coveted estate bottled wines, many of which have been honored with national and international awards. In celebration of the season, the sampling will also include spiced apple and spicy regatta wines, dessert wines produced with locally harvested fruit.

In addition to wine, the festival showcases two of the region’s most celebrated jazz acts. The David Bach Consort will entertain attendees with a playlist that includes both original and classic tunes performed in both contemporary and world jazz styles. Baltimore / Washington DC-based keyboardist/composer, David Bach heads up the six member ensemble that has been described by The Washington Post as “...impeccable... shimmering and refreshing.” The Consort was a recent winner of the “Jazz Discovery Showcase” on the Black Entertainment Television network and has performed at Jazzmatazz with B.B. King, at the Smithsonian Institution, “Jazzy Summer Nights” at Baltimore City Hall, the annual White House Correspondent Association Dinner and for USA Today. Bach, a three-time "Best Instrumental Band" honoree, awarded by Music Monthly Magazine, is preparing to release his fourth album.

For nearly two decades, Project Natale has excited audiences with timeless renditions of classic jazz standards as well as original compositions. Pittsburgh-born brothers, bassist, Joe, and drummer, Lou Natale, have shared the stage with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Richard Elliott, Buster Williams, Nathan Page and Joe Williams. Highly-known among Washington / Baltimore audiences, Project Natale has performed at Blues Alley in DC and recently released a second recording, “Live From Silver Plaza.” The Natale brothers will perform at the festival with Carl Cornwell on saxophone and Bob Butta on keyboard.

In between music sets, attendees will want to explore the other festival offerings. Master vintner, Anthony Aellen will provide guided tours of the winery each half hour, showing the complete wine making process. Those touring will conclude their visit in the winery’s tasting room where estate bottled wines can be sampled. The festival will also pay homage to artisan heritage with the presence of more than a dozen craftsmen who will sell, and in some instances, demonstrate, trades dating back several centuries. Artisan crafts represented at the event include ceramics and glass, jewelry, leather goods, ironworks, candles and more. When not playing on the expansive 26-acre festival grounds, young and old alike can sit for a face painting session or make colorful sand art creations.

Regional restaurants and caterers ensure there’s a little something on the menu for everyone. Seafood fans will appreciate the crab cakes and shrimp prepared by the always popular JB Seafood. Landlubbers can enjoy savory pit beef, roast turkey and chicken by Harvey’s Catering. Old Time Caterers will serve up sausages, hotdogs, hamburgers, chicken nuggets and other picnic fare.

The Vintage Jazz Festival will take place Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19, rain or shine. Gates open at 11am. Project Natale will perform from noon-3pm. The David Bach Consort from 3:30-6pm. Admission for adults 21 years and older is $15. Admission includes the wine sampling. Ages 18-20, $10. Those under 18 with an adult, free. Proper age identification is required. No pets or alcohol. Coolers with food and drink are permissible but will checked. Free parking.

Linganore Winecellars - Berrywine Plantation is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road in Mt. Airy, Maryland. For complete directions from all regions, visit www.linganorewine.com or call 410-795-6432 or 301-831-5889.

Founded in 1971, Berrywine Plantations/Linganore Winecellars is Western Maryland’s oldest winery. Located on 230-acres of rolling countryside, the Aellen family produces a wide selection of Estate bottled wines, including dry dinner wines, semi-sweet dessert wines and pure fruit wines. Known for their exceptional hospitality and award-winning wines, the family and staff invite guests to join them in their many wine tastings, estate tours and five annual wine festivals.

From our family to yours—please drink responsibly.

EVENT DATE(S): SEPTEMBER 13, 2008 (PRESS RELEASE)
SUBJECT: BERRYWINE & LINGANORE WINECELLARS NAMED FARM FAMILY OF THE YEAR.
PRESS RELEASE DATED: SEPTEMBER 13, 2008

Frederick, MD –

By Ike Wilson
The Frederick News-Post Staff

The Aellen family of Berrywine Plantations and Linganore Winecellars was named the 2008 Farm Family of the Year at The Great Frederick Fair on Friday night. From the left are Nicholas Aellen, 15, Melissa Aellen, 17, Mary Ann Aellen and Anthony Aellen. Berrywine Plantations and Linganore Winecellars -- Maryland's first and largest winery -- was selected Friday as the 2008 Farm Family of The Year at The Great Frederick Fair.
"It's a great honor," said Anthony Aellen, president and winemaker of Berrywine Plantations and Linganore Winecellars. "We've been doing grapes since 1972 and it's great to get this recognition after so many years. It's a nice feather in our cap."

Like other agriculture businesses, wine-making requires a lot of work and it's a business that doesn't promise quick returns, Aellen said. "From the time you put grapes in the ground to the finished product is like six, eight to 10 years," Aellen said. "We started putting the first grapes in the ground in 1972 and the winery started in 1976. With wines, everything has to age for a while."

		Photo by Sam Yu The Aellen family of Berrywine Plantations and Linganore Winecellars was named the 2008 Farm Family of the Year at The Great Frederick Fair on Friday night. From the left are Nicholas Aellen, 15, Melissa Aellen, 17, Mary Ann Aellen and Anthony Aellen.

The Mount Airy-based business makes more than 30 styles of estate, dinner, fruit, dandelion, honey and dessert wines. The wines have won more than 100 medals and awards in regional, national and international competitions and have been consistent winners in the annual Maryland Governor's Cup Competition.The winery has had many other feathers in its cap since 1971 when Jack and Lucille Aellen gave their newly acquired former dairy farm the name Berrywine Plantations.

In 1978, the winery was the first to hold music and craft festivals to help showcase their wines. In early 1979, the Aellens introduced the state's first semisweet wines and by fall their soft, light, low-alcohol fruit and honey wines made their debut.

With increasing interest in regional wines, Jack Aellen's petition to the federal government to award Linganore as Maryland's first viticulture area was granted in 1983. In the mid-1980's, son Anthony Aellen was promoted to wine maker while son Eric Aellen began vineyard management in 1992.

The Aellens commitment to consumers helped the business become the largest winery in Maryland, putting it into the top 5 percent of the largest wineries on the East Coast.

In 1992, to improve the casual and fun ambiance, the family enlarged the tasting/sales rooms and picnic/festival grounds -- improvements that helped accommodate the growing program of five weekend outdoor music and wine festivals and many smaller events each year.

In 2005, the family enlarged the original barn to accommodate a bigger tasting room on the lower level and a new indoor event area on the upper level. In 2006, they added a patio area for outdoor events.

To accommodate the growth, 15,000 square feet were added to house the temperature-controlled aging of bottled wine, the fermenting and aging of bulk wine in 20-foot tall stainless steel tanks, a barrel room to age wine in oak casks and a computer controlled press.

In 2003, the family imported a computerized bottling line to improve the efficiency of production. Today there are 50 acres of vinifera and hybrid varieties of grapes in the vineyard.

In 1993, Lucia Simmons joined the winery as Director of Marketing. She provides liaison work with trade groups, state and local governments and works with the distributor to ensure wine delivery to restaurants and retail liquor stores in Maryland . She is also in charge of the festivals and events.

EVENT DATE(S): Saturday and Sunday, July 19-20, 2008
SUBJECT: PLAN A TROPICAL ESCAPE TO LINGANORE WINECELLARS’ REGGAE WINE FESTIVAL
PRESS RELEASE DATED: JUNE 10, 2008

Mount Airy, MD – Relax and enjoy the sounds of the tropics without ever leaving town at Linganore Winecellars’ Reggae Wine Festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 19 – 20, 2008. You’ll enjoy an afternoon of warm summer breezes and sunshine on our beautiful 230 acre estate with 60 acres of vineyards located in just 39 miles from Baltimore and Washington, DC in peaceful Mt. Airy, Maryland.

The Soca influenced music of Passion Reggae Band (www.passionreggaeband.com) will entertain on Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to 3 p.m. Guests will then hear the harmonious rhythms and dynamic vocals of Image Band (www.imageband.com) from 3:30 to 6 p.m.

“This year’s Reggae Wine Festival will feature performances from two great Reggae bands. Passion Reggae Band, a fairly new name to the Maryland area, is comprised of musicians who have been performing for more than two decades. Vocalist Worrel David won the Washington Area Music Award for Reggae Singer of the Year in 2002,” says Lucia Simmons, Director of Marketing at Linganore Winecellars. “The other featured band is Image Band. Image Band not only performs in the DC area, but also travels the East Coast, Canada, and the
Virgin Islands. In 1994, Image Band was the first to win the Best Musical Band Award presented by the DC Carnival Committee.They were also named Baltimore’s Brass-O-Rama champions for two consecutive years, in 1998 and 1999. Along with great music, we hope that our guests enjoy the wide array of food provided by our great vendors, which is sure to satisfy all palates.”

Gates open at 11 a.m. rain or shine. Adult admission (21 years and older) is $15, and includes a wine glass, winery tour, tasting of 19 wines, access to over 25 artisans and food vendors, and two live bands. Proper identification is required. Admission for individuals 18 – 20 years old is $10. Children under age 18 are free with a paying adult.

Guests are invited to bring beach chairs and blankets for set up on the vineyard lawn. Please note that absolutely no other alcoholic beverages are permitted on the premises. Coolers and other storage containers will be checked.

Known for their exceptional hospitality and award-winning wines, Linganore Winecellars, Maryland’s most popular winery,
was founded in 1976. The Aellen family’s picturesque vineyards produce a wide selection of Estate bottled wines, including dry dinner wines, semi-sweet dessert wines, and pure fruit wines.

For additional information, please call 301-831-5889 or 410-795-6432.
Email inquiries can be sent to Carole@linganorewines.com.

From our family to yours—please drink responsibly.

EVENT DATE(S): Saturday and Sunday, June 21 - 22, 2008
SUBJECT: GET JAZZED IN JUNE AT LINGANORE WINECELLARS' WINE FESTIVAL
PRESS RELEASE DATED: MAY 08, 2008

Mount Airy, MD – Linganore Winecellars invites you to relax on the breezy hills of our 230-acre estate with 60-acre vineyard, while enjoying cool music and award-winning wines at the second wine festival of 2008, Jazzed in June, on Saturday, June 21st and Sunday, June 22nd.

The Paul Carr Quartet featuring Sharon Clark will provide musical entertainment on Saturday from 12 noon – 3 p.m., and Sunday from 3:30 – 6 p.m. J Street Jumpers will entertain Saturday from 3:30 – 6 p.m., and Sunday from 12 noon – 3 p.m. The hard-charging and soulful post-bop style of The Paul Carr Quartet, and six-time Washington Area Music Association (WAMA) Wammie Award winner, J Street Jumpers shouldn’t be missed.

“Two great bands are performing at this year’s Jazzed in June Wine Festival at our winery. J Street Jumpers are an upbeat, nationally renowned jump blues, swing, and R & B band,” says Lucia Simmons, Director of Marketing at Linganore Winecellars. “The other is the Paul Carr Quartet. Paul is one of Washington, DC’s top tenor saxophonists; and has just released his new album, Musically Yours: Remembering Joe Henderson. Sharon Clark, the Quartet’s featured vocalist, is the winner of the Billy Holiday Vocal Competition for best female vocalist. She, too, has just released her new album titled, Do It Again - My Tribute to Shirley Horn. Relax to the sounds of these top performers, as you enjoy the fabulous wines featured at Linganore Winecellars.”

Gates open at 11 a.m. rain or shine. Adult admission (21 years and older) is $15, and includes a wine glass, winery tour, tasting of 19 wines, access to over 25 artisans, and two live bands. Proper identification is required. Admission for individuals 18 – 20 years old is $10. Children under age 18 are free with a paying adult.

For additional information about the 2008 Linganore Wine Festival season, including directions, and a downloadable flyer to share with friends, please visit: www.linganorewines.com.

Known for their exceptional hospitality and award-winning wines, Linganore Winecellars, Maryland’s most popular winery, was founded in 1976. The Aellen family’s picturesque vineyards produce a wide selection of Estate bottled wines, including dry dinner wines, semi-sweet dessert wines, and pure fruit wines.

For additional information, please call 301-831-5889 or 410-795-6432.
Email inquiries can be sent to Carole@linganorewines.com.

From our family to yours—please drink responsibly.

EVENT DATE(S): Saturday and Sunday, May 24 – 25, 2008
SUBJECT: TAKE YOUR FAMILY TO THE CARIBBEAN FOR LESS THAN A TANK OF GAS…
PRESS RELEASE DATED: APRIL 24, 2008

Mount Airy, MD – Bring your beach chairs and blankets, and enjoy the 2008 Caribbean Wine Festival, Saturday and Sunday, May 24 – 25 at scenic Berrywine Plantations/Linganore Winecellars, located in Mt. Airy, Maryland, just 39 miles from Baltimore and Washington, DC. You’ll spend the day basking in the sun, while strolling our beautiful 230 acre winery with 60 acres of vineyards.

Two of the Washington, DC/Baltimore areas’ most popular Caribbean bands will be providing harmonic vocals and electrifying sounds throughout the weekend. DC Pan Jammers (http://www.myspace.com/dcpanjammers) will perform 12 noon – 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Then from 3:30 – 6 p.m., Image Band (http://www.imageband.com) will take over the stage.

Gates open at 11 a.m. rain or shine. Adult admission (21 years and older) is $15, and includes a wine glass, winery tour, tasting of 19 wines, access to over 25 artisans, and two live bands. Proper identification is required. Admission for individuals 18 – 20 years old is $10. Children under age 18 are free with a paying adult.

“Linganore wine festivals are a great summertime tradition,” says Lucia Simmons, Director of Marketing at Linganore Winecellars. “We are thrilled to be celebrating our 30th year of providing great weekend entertainment to the people of Maryland.”

For additional information about the 2008 Linganore Wine Festival season, including directions, and a downloadable flyer to share with friends, please visit: www.linganorewines.com.

Known for their exceptional hospitality and award-winning wines, Linganore Winecellars, Maryland’s most popular winery, was founded in 1976. The Aellen family’s picturesque vineyards produce a wide selection of Estate bottled wines, including dry dinner wines, semi-sweet dessert wines, and pure fruit wines.

For additional information, please call 301-831-5889 or 410-795-6432.
Email inquiries can be sent to Carole@linganorewines.com.

EVENT DATE(S): Daily throughout the Month of May
SUBJECT: SPRING INTO MAY WINE
PRESS RELEASE DATED: APRIL 18, 2008

Mount Airy, MD – The arrival of spring brings buds swelling from newly awakened tree limbs and flowers peeking through the earth into the warm sunshine of May. The signs of spring are everywhere, on Linganore’s 230 acre estate with 60 acres of vineyards.

Linganore Winecellars is proud to introduce our traditional wine of spring, May Wine. This young, white wine is flavored with sweet woodruff, an herbaceous perennial plant that tastes of cinnamon and is grown in the forests of Europe. May Wine, or “Maiwein” as it is called in German, has been a standard of the Black Forest region of Germany for centuries.

“The ’07 vintage is a spectacular one,” says Vintner and President Anthony Aellen. “Our May Wine is showing refreshing citrus notes with a clean, crisp finish. Serve it to your guests along with fresh fruit while enjoying the evening on your deck or patio. It’s a light and refreshing treat.”

A variety of wines will be paired with deserts from Just Desserts by Linda from Syksville, Maryland. Linda Gourley, pastry chef and owner, recommends that the delicate aromas and slightly spicy background of this slightly sweet wine make it perfect for pairing with strawberries or chocolate desserts.

Linganore Winecellars invites you to visit our tasting room in our newly restored 19th century peg barn, and experience this traditional wine for yourself. But like the spring season, the winery’s inventory of May Wine will only be here for a short and glorious time. Throughout the month of May, guests will be able to sample the delectable result of pairing Linganore’s May Wine and Linda’s German chocolate cake and Black Forest cake. Then stroll the grounds, or just relax and soak in the beauty of spring on our patio with a glass of your favorite Linganore wine. Winery hours are weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays 12 noon to 6 p.m.

About Linganore Winecellars

Founded in 1976, Linganore Winecellars is Western Maryland’s oldest winery. The rolling hills and lush grounds of the Aellen family’s picturesque vineyard produces a wide selection of Estate bottled wines, including dry dinner wines, semi-sweet dessert wines and pure fruit wines. Known for their exceptional hospitality and award-winning wines, the family and staff invite guests to join them in their many wine tastings, estate tours, and five annual wine festivals: Caribbean Festival, Jazzed in June Festival, Reggae Festival, Swingin’ Blues Festival and Vintage Jazz Festival. Learn more about the winery at its website: www.linganorewines.com.

For more information about Just Desserts by Linda and pairing of Linganore Winecellar’s grape and fruit wines, visit her website at www.justdessertsbylinda.com, or call (410) 848-2133.

From our family to yours—please drink responsibly.

EVENT DATE(S): Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8, 2008
SUBJECT: LINGANORE WINECELLARS HOSTS A MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER
PRESS RELEASE DATED: APRIL 10, 2008

Mount Airy, MD – Linganore Winecellars will be hosting a murder mystery dinner theater June 7 – 8, 2008 in conjunction with Fredericktowne Players, and Romano’s Macaroni Grill. The night promises to be full of intrigue and fun for all guests!
The exciting evening begins with a sumptuous meal prepared by the skilled chefs at Macaroni Grill. The expertly selected a menu includes their most popular entrees, including Peasant Bread with rosemary and Genesio Olive Oil, Insalata Blue, Chicken Portobello, Pasta Milano, Spinach Orzo, Penne Ala Aglio Olio, and green beans in a garlic wine sauce with almonds. Dessert is a heavenly lemon mousse topped with Italian whipped cream and layered onto citrus cake soaked in a sweet cream. Two glasses of the Linganore Winecellars wine of your choice, served in a keepsake glass, is also included with each meal.
Following dinner Fredericktowne Players, a volunteer community theater company that has been providing live theater to the Frederick Community for almost 40 years, will present Ace of Diamonds by American playwright, T. James Belich. The gripping plot centers around the recent theft of a mysterious ruby called the Bloodstone. Six guests are brought together by Iago, the mastermind behind the theft, whom none of them have ever met. Although they all claim to be strangers, past relationships and hatreds are soon revealed, as the guests are murdered one by one. Ace of Diamonds is directed by Tim Seltzer, and stars Tony DeRosa, Kiersten Harris, Karen Plummer, Michael Gilmore, Sheila Cunningham, and Jim Webner.
“We’re excited to host Fredericktowne Players presentation of Ace of Diamonds,” says Vania Jacobs, Linganore Winecellars’ Event Coordinator. “It promises to be a memorable evening of fine wine, great food, and exceptional entertainment.”
Director Tim Seltzer says, “This is a very exciting opportunity for me, personally, and for FtP. It's a brand new adventure for us, and hopefully the start of a long and successful relationship. There are so many opportunities for future shows with different themes and/or audience participation. Anything is possible, and there are so many great scripts out there to explore. I look forward to giving the audience a top quality show with interesting characters, laughs and surprises through the very end.”
Before moving from his native New York to Maryland four years ago, Seltzer was an active presence for over 15 years in the New York and Connecticut theater scene, directing shows such as Mary Shelly's Frankenstein, The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged), and Eleemosynary. He has also been seen onstage in Equus, It's a Wonderful Life, and Twelfth Night. Seltzer’s most recent endeavors in his adopted home state include directing the Silver Spring Stage One Act Festival and Fredericktowne Player’s 2007 presentation of Amadeus.
Consider treating Dad to tickets for the premier dinner theater show at Linganore Winecellars for Father’s Day 2008.
Event times are 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 7th, and 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 8th. Tickets prices are $65 for adults, $55 for individuals 12 – 20 years of age, and $45 for children 12 and under. Parents are strongly cautioned that the mature theme of the show may not be appropriate for children. Seats are expected to sellout, so reservations are required. To obtain reservations, please call (301) 831-5889 or (410) 795-6432 (Baltimore area) or email events@linganorewines.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the Linganore Winecellars tasting room located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland.

Romano’s Macaroni Grill Italian Restaurant
Insalata Blue – Fresh bibb lettuce tossed with toasted walnuts, red onions, blue cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette.
Chicken Portobello – Grilled chicken topped with grilled Portobello mushrooms, melted mozzarella and roasted garlic demi-glaze.
Pasta Milano – Imported bowtie pasta tossed with grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh mushrooms with a roasted garlic cream sauce.
Spinach Orzo – Imported orzo pasta tossed with spinach and diced red bell peppers in a garlic wine sauce.
Penne Ala Aglio Olio – Penne pasta tossed with imported olive oil and garlic.
Green Beans – Fresh green beans with garlic wine sauce and almonds.
Peasant Bread with rosemary and Genesio Olive Oil
Lemon Passion Cake – Lemon mousse topped with Italian whipped cream and layered onto citrus cake soaked in a sweet cream.

Founded in 1976, Linganore Winecellars is Western Maryland’s oldest winery. A newly restored 19th century peg barn houses their elegant banquet facilities, including the magnificent Abisso Hall. Known for their exceptional hospitality and award-winning wines, the family and staff invite guests to join them for many exciting events planned throughout the year. To learn more about public events at the winery, or to begin planning your own private event, visit our website at www.linganorewines.com.

Event Contact:
Vania Jacobs
Events Coordinator, Linganore Winecellars/Berrywine Plantations
(301) 831-5889 or (410) 795-6432
Vania@linganorewines.com
From our family to yours—please drink responsibly.

EVENT DATE(S): Daily throughout the Month of April
SUBJECT: KISS WINTER GOODBYE
PRESS RELEASE DATED: APRIL 01, 2008

Kiss Old Man Winter Goodbye with Linganore’s ‘Reserve Wine and Cheese Pairing’

Mt. Airy, Maryland - Celebrate the rites of spring, sunshine, flowers and wine with Linganore Winecellars ‘Reserve Wine and Cheese Pairing.’ Throughout the month of April, guests will enjoy a special selection of past vintages paired with a fine selection of distinctive cheeses from Euro-USA in Sterling, Virginia, an importer and distributor of specialty and imported fine foods and seafood.

Visitors can expect to enjoy five different cheeses paired with various reserve wines, including several past vintages specially selected for this pairing. Linganore winemaker, Anthony Aellen is looking forward to this spring tasting. “The most frequent question I get is how long should I keep a bottle of wine and what happens when you set them down to age? Well, here is your
chance to taste the answer,” says Aellen. “This year we are presenting four gorgeous red wines from our library, two older vintages of two different grapes. A vintage 2000 and 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon and a 2001 and 2002 estate bottled Chambourcin. We offer this unique opportunity to compare wines of the current vintage to older wines of the same variety, so you can see how the
taste and structure of the wine changes with time.”

The cheeses at this tasting include Euro-USA’s Cabot Cheddar Private Stock—a sharp and tangy Vermont cheddar, creamy at first taste with a nice pungent cheddar flavor at the end paired with the Linganore’s Chambourcins—estate bottled full-bodied reds, with overtones of raspberry and oak. The Roomkaas Gouda—a luscious cow’s milk Dutch Gouda traditionally aged six months and often enjoyed in Holland with wine and crackers or on sandwiches will be paired with several wines, including the reserve Cabernet Sauvignons—lower tannin wines with soft, light fruit backgrounds and just a hint of oak.

Additional cheeses will consist of Boursin Herb—a creamy soft cheese with fragrant garlic and herb, Campo de Montalban—a savory blend of cow, goat and sheep’s milk cheese from Spain and Pecorino Toscano—a sheep’s milk cheese made from milk taken from sheep that roam the lush green pastures of the Tuscan countryside. Aged at least one year, this cheese is a bit more firm and salty with a satisfying finish.

As winter gives way to spring, come enjoy the awakening countryside of Western Maryland and Linganore’s welcoming tasting room. Tour the winery and learn how Linganore continues to add quality and value to their wine by allowing it to age gracefully in their professionally managed cellar—a process that maximizes both the enjoyment and investment potential of the Linganore collection

Celebrate Mother’s Day Brunch at Linganore Winecellars

Mount Airy, MD – March 28, 2008 – Linganore Winecellars will be hosting Mother’s Day brunch Saturday, May 10th and Sunday, May 11th at their lovely 230-acre farm and 60-acre vineyard known as Berrywine Plantations.

Treat Mom to an elegant buffet-style brunch served by Leiters’ Fine Catering. The gourmet menu includes hand-carved turkey breast, cheddar-bacon or Swiss-broccoli quiche, bow-tie pasta with spinach and mushrooms in a creamy alfredo sauce, breakfast potatoes, and fresh fruit salad. A variety of sweets, including Leiters’ homemade sticky buns, pumpkin nut rolls, and mini chocolate cups filled with strawberry mousse will complete the Mother’s Day feast. Guests 21 years of age and older will enjoy one glass of the Linganore wine of their choice and one mimosa served in a keepsake wineglass with their meal. Orange juice, cranberry-apple juice, and regular or decaffeinated coffee will also be available.
As Mom dines, she will relax to soft music in Linganore’s magnificent Abisso Hall located in their newly restored 19th century peg barn. Floral Design by Ory will present Mom with a fresh floral stem, and Linganore’s professional staff will surprise each table with an additional special gift. Door prizes will also be given away.
Memories of Mom’s special day can be captured with a professional family portrait by Lidia Miller Photography. Sitting fees are waived during the Mother’s Day Brunch, so you just pay for the portraits.
“ Our mother, Lucille, was formidable in building Linganore Winecellars into a thriving family business. Her influence has touched all facets of Berrywine Plantations. Here at Linganore, we know that a mother’s love and encouragement is amazing in so many ways; and it is our privilege to help other families show their mothers how much they love them on Mother’s Day 2008,” says Linganore President and Vintner Anthony Aellen.
Space is limited for this very special event, and reservations are required. Ticket prices are $47 for adults 21 years of age and over, $40 for individuals ages 13 - 20, and $25 for children 12 and under. To obtain reservations for the Mother’s Day 2008 Brunch, please call (301) 831-5889 or (410) 795-6432 (Baltimore area) or email events@linganorewines.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the Linganore Winecellars tasting room located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland.
Founded in 1976, Linganore Winecellars is Western Maryland’s oldest winery. The rolling hills and lush grounds of the Aellen family’s picturesque vineyard produces a wide selection of Estate bottled wines, including dry dinner wines, semi-sweet dessert wines and pure fruit wines. Known for their exceptional hospitality and award-winning wines, the family and staff invite guests to join them in their many wine tastings, estate tours and five annual wine festivals: Caribbean Festival, Jazzed in June Festival, Reggae Festival, Swingin’ Blues Festival and Vintage Jazz Festival. Learn more about the winery at its website: www.linganorewines.com.

Event Contact:
Vania Jacobs
Events Coordinator, Linganore Winecellars/Berrywine Plantations
(301) 831-5889 or (410) 795-6432
Vania@linganorewines.com
From our family to yours—please drink responsibly.

EVENT DATE(S): General Announcement
SUBJECT: SWEET CHESSIE RETURNS
PRESS RELEASE DATED: JANUARY 03, 2008

For many people, the most treasured part of the holiday season is the presence of an old friend. This dear friend’s visit is never long enough, but so enjoyable that the memories linger.

At Linganore Winecellars that special friend is called Sweet Chessie, and has finally returned after a two year absence.

Sweet Chessie is a dessert wine made from late-harvest Vidal grapes that are left on the vine three to four weeks longer. The grapes are picked, immediately pressed, and cold-fermented in stainless steel for four months.

“ It’s been a long time since we’ve had weather conditions allowing for a late harvest,” explains Linganore Winemaker Anthony Aellen. “This year’s dryness allowed our Vidal grapes to remain on the vine longer.”

During the extra ripening time, the grapes become botrytized—slightly raisined on the outside, while the flesh inside remains juicy. The juice takes on a rich golden color; while acidity is diminished. Most importantly, botrytization adds to complexity and flavor development by concentrating the sugars in the fruit. The result is a fine wine that should be enjoyed with foods, such as cheesecake, chocolate, and fruit.

Caramel, honey, dried fruit, and nutty are commonly used to describe dessert wines, but Anthony is reluctant to label Sweet Chessie. He explains, “It’s all about perception. What I smell and taste are different than what you smell and taste.”

He swirls a splash of Sweet Chessie in his glass, takes a deep sniff of the aroma, smiles, and sighs. He continues, “Flavor complementation means that the flavors of both food and wine are enhanced.”

Tasting Room Manager, Joanne Lachance agrees, “Just as you’d match a bold entrée with a bold wine, you should pair a sweet dessert with a sweet wine. Sweet Chessie is the ideal choice to complement dessert after your special holiday dinner.”

The popularity of Sweet Chessie mirrors a national upsurge in demand for dessert wines. Priced at $19.05, Sweet Chessie makes for an affordable holiday gift – but a gift that won’t be available for long. Customer demand is exceeding expectations, and the winery’s 4,000-bottle inventory is expected to sell out fast.

Sweet Chessie is only available at Linganore Winery, 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland 21771. Winter hours are weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays 12 noon to 5 p.m.

EVENT DATE(S): General Announcement
SUBJECT: JOY OF THE TABLE (JOTT) PRAISES LINGANORE
PRESS RELEASE DATED: JANUARY 03, 2008

"We’ve selected for you luscious whites and opulent reds and delicious, fun specialty wines and even a high-end must-have champagne that’s not your average Dom or Cristal. WHEW! That’s a mouth full. And each of our BEST OF wines is a mouth-full too. 

NOTE: We also list our favorite winery. Well, this year we selected two wineries: Va La Vineyards and Linganore Winecellars. Congratulations to these two amazing wineries and the outstanding wine makers who make it all happen!The next winery, Linganore Winecellars, will get its own Rambling. Suffice to say, this was definitely the shining star because of the volume of the wines, both grape and fruit wines, and the passion of the winemaker, Anthony Aellen. We made two trips to this winery! The second day we tasted their reserve wines, which consisted of wines they had reserved from past vintages."

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