<?xml version='1.0' encoding='iso-8859-1' ?><rss version='2.0'><channel><title><![CDATA[Stargazers Vineyard]]></title><description><![CDATA["Hand crafted wine made according to the vintage, in the traditional way to develop the full potential of the grapes"]]></description><link>http://www.stargazersvineyard.com</link><language>en-us</language><docs>http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss</docs><copyright>Copyright 2012Stargazers Vineyard</copyright><item><title><![CDATA[Wine List]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="fontSize3"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/120725265067.110.30.148.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="133" /><br /><br /><span class="fontSize1">Chardonnay "Thirty Leaf" 2008</span></strong><br /><span class="fontSize1">Fermented on French oak, aged with lees stirring, this wine has tropical fruit flavors with hints of sage and vanilla.&nbsp; This wine exhibits the terroir which characterizes Stargazers Vineyard. PQA approved.<br />$18</span><br /> </span></span></p>
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<p><br /><br /><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/1277899707173.62.217.13.jpg" alt="" width="133" height="100" /><br /><strong><br />Solar Celebration Chardonnay 2008</strong><br />100% sun, 0% oak. This wine allows you to smell and taste how special our site is for Chardonnay without the influence of oak.<br />$16</p>
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<p><br /><br /><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/119732138567.110.30.148.jpg" alt="" width="164" height="100" /><br /><strong><br />Cinco Blanco 2010</strong><br />A blend&nbsp; of five white varieties, Italian in concept, with a Spanish name. Soft and spicy. The ideal sipping wine.<br />$16</p>
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<p><br /><br />&nbsp;<img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/120725261567.110.30.148.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="133" />&nbsp; &nbsp;<br /><strong><br />Cabernet Franc 2009</strong><br />Has a bright color, an aroma reminiscent of violets, and refreshing bramble-berry flavors.&nbsp; This Anjou-style wine accompanies a variety of light meat dishes. <br />$18</p>
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<p><br /><br /><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/1275999260173.62.217.13.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="133" /><br /><strong><br />Cabernet Sauvignon 2007</strong><br />Has a bold color, an aroma reminiscent of mocha and vanilla, and flavors of blackberries and currants.<br />$16</p>
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<p><br /><br /><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/122697083496.245.157.89.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="66" /><br /><strong><br />Dornfelder 2011 </strong><br />SOLD OUT<br />Nouveau style, bottled in the year of harvest and released in November;&nbsp; a light refreshing red with rich, red berry fruit and soft tannins.<br />$16</p>
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<p><br /><br /><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/120725271367.110.30.148.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="133" /><br /><strong><br />Pinot Noir 2009</strong><br />Stargazers has the characteristic color and flavors of the red wine of Burgundy - cherry and strawberry.<br />$14</p>
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<p><br /><br /><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/119732116067.110.30.148.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="100" /><br /><strong><br />Tinto&nbsp;</strong><br />Three red vinifera varieties were fermented together with the addition of sugar and alcohol tolerant yeast to produce a wine of port-like strength.<br />$18</p>
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<p><br /><br /><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/1277147193173.62.217.13.jpg" alt="" width="100" height="133" /><br /><strong><br />Ros&eacute; Brut</strong><br />Color obtained by brief skin contact, slightly sweet - Pink capsule. Fermented in the bottle.<br />$21</p>
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<p><br /><br /><strong>Sparkling Traditional</strong><br />Blend of Pinot and Chardonnay, Brut Zero - Gold Capsule. Fermented in the bottle.<br />$26</p>
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<p><br /><br /><strong>Sparkling Chardonnay</strong><br />100% Chardonnay, crisp refreshing taste - Silver Capsule. Fermented in the bottle.<br />$25</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong><span class="fontSize3">West Chester Growers Market</span></strong><span class="fontSize3">&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span class="fontSize3">Corner of Chestnut and Church Streets <br />1st and 3rd Saturdays 9am to 1pm <br /></span></span><a href="http://www.westchestergrowersmarket.com/"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span class="fontSize3">www.westchestergrowersmarket.com</span></span></a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><strong><span class="fontSize3">Phoenixville Farmers Market</span></strong><span class="fontSize3"> <br />Located at Bridge Street and Taylor Alley <br />2nd and 4th Saturdays 9am to 1 pm. <br /></span></span><a href="http://www.phoenixvillefarmersmarket.org/"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span class="fontSize3">www.phoenixvillefarmersmarket.org</span></span></a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong><span class="fontSize3">Head House Market/Society Hill,</span></strong><strong><span class="fontSize3">Philadelphia</span></strong><span class="fontSize3">. <br />2nd &amp; Lombard St. </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="fontSize3">10am to 2pm&nbsp;</span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="fontSize3">&nbsp;1st and 3rd Sundays in May, June, Sept., Oct. &amp; Nov.; July 8, Aug. 19 &nbsp;</span><span class="fontSize3"><a href="http://www.thefoodtrust.org/php/headhouse">www.thefoodtrust.org/php/headhouse</a></span></span></span></p>
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<p><span class="fontSize3" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Media Theater Parking Lot,&nbsp;State and Gayley Streets<strong>&nbsp;</strong>2nd and 4th Thursdays&nbsp;from 3 PM to 7 PM&nbsp;in May, June, July, August (plus Aug. 30), Sept. Oct. and Nov. <a href="http://www.mediafarmersmarket.com">www.mediafarmersmarket.com</a></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><span style="font-family: verdana,geneva;"><strong><br /></strong></span></span></p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/content/138]]></link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 15:56:31 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Press Pad Picnic on 9/1/2012]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>3 course dinner with chocolate pairing for dessert $40 Reservations required.</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/calendar/35827]]></link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:50:00 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Press Pad Picnic on 8/11/2012]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>3 course dinner with chocolate pairing for dessert $40 Reservations required.</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/calendar/35826]]></link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:44:36 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barbeque on 7/4/2012]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Moonlight Catering will be offering his famous ribs and other barbeque items for sale. Wine available by the glass or bottle.</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/calendar/35180]]></link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:01:26 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Music on 7/3/2012]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Nick Doak on guitar preceding Fireworks at Longwood Gardens.</p>
<p>http://www.nickdoakguitar.com/</p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/calendar/35179]]></link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:59:17 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drinking Local]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: medium;">Jill Weber of Jet Wine Bar in Philadelphia has published a very insightful article on the local wine scene.</span></p>
<p><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://jetwinebar.tumblr.com/post/19522250253/my-opinion-local-wines-are-for-drinking">http://jetwinebar.tumblr.com/post/19522250253/my-opinion-local-wines-are-for-drinking</a></span></p>
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<p><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Yes, of course we are mentioned. We have the champagne for cheese steak!</span></p>]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/blog/14144]]></link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 11:41:41 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Pick-up in West Chester]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/images/gallery/w500/120501299567.171.79.142.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="111" /></p>
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<div><br /><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small; color: #333333;">Are you a <strong>buy fresh buy local</strong> fan but don't have time to drive to Stargazers Winery to get your Chester County wine? We know you'd love the drive through the beautiful Chester County countryside to come visit us but now for your convenience you can order over the phone and schedule pick-up of your purchase in West Chester at B<strong>agels over Broadway Cafe</strong>.</span></div>
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<div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small;">Wine makes a great gift and buying local makes it all the more special and thoughtful. If you'd like to add some local artisan cheese from <strong>God's Country Creamery</strong> and/or handmade chocolate truffles from <strong>fat spike.</strong>&nbsp;Let us know and we can put a gift basket together for you.&nbsp;</span></span>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small; color: #333333;">To order phone: <strong>610 486 0422</strong></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small; color: #333333;"><strong><br /></strong>Click here to see our list of wines: <a href="http://www.stargazersvineyard.com/content/12554" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;</span></div>
<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small; color: #333333;"><br />Address for <strong>&nbsp;Bagels over Broadway</strong>:<br />103 Turner Lane<br /></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small; color: #333333;">West Chester </span></div>
<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: small; color: #333333;">(behind the Acme in West Goshen shopping center, opposite The Stadium Grille)<br />610 692 5111<br />Click here for more info on Bagels over Broadway: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/NYBagelWestChesterPA" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;</span></div>
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<p><span class="fontSize4"><strong><span style="color: #800000;">Pennsylvania Quality Assurance Group</span>&#8232;</strong></span></p>
<p><span class="fontSize4"><strong></strong> &#8232;-- the &ldquo;PQA Group&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span class="fontSize4"><span style="color: #800080;">www.pqagroup.net</span></span></p>
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<p><br /><br /><span class="fontSize4">The PQA Group introduced a quality assurance program in September 2003 as a means for increasing awareness of the quality of Pennsylvania grown-and-made vinifera wines. Since 2011 the focus of the Group has shifted toward education of its members as well as the wine growing community of PA and the surrounding states.</span><br /><br /><span class="fontSize4">Our purposes are threefold:</span><br /><br /><span class="fontSize4">To provide a forum for the exchange of information and experience among members. We believe such an exchange can improve the quality of our wines.</span><br /><br /><span class="fontSize4">To make available to members of the Group enological expertise by securing the advice of consultants and organizing seminars exclusively for members.</span><br /><br /><span class="fontSize4">To assist in organizing educational seminars offered to all winegrowers and winemakers.</span><br /><br /><span class="fontSize4">Membership is open to any PA Limited Winery which agrees to abide by the association&rsquo;s by-laws, policies and regulations. To view a list of member wineries click on Member Wineries. To become informed about the latest in the Group&rsquo;s activities visit Upcoming Events and Benefits of Memberhip.</span><br /><br /><span class="fontSize3">If you are interested in joining, contact John Weygandt, Vice President. 610 486.0422 or stargazers1@verizon.net</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;">Reminder-- we can ship within Pennsylvania via FedEx.</span></p>
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