Wine Labels as Art

With the new season comes new inspiration for wine labels!  We are rolling out a very different look for our Nova Vita label coming in the new year and some different labels for our JanKris wines as well.  To kick off our artsy inspired look we came across some great reference labels that made our creative juices flow. 
So here are our top picks for wine labels as art and we look forward to revealing our new November Rain and Zin Fusion very soon!

Halloween Wine Party!

What better way to spend Halloween than with a case of Veris Cellars wine, friends in costumes, games, food and some pumpkin carving!  We have the links and tips for you right here.

If you want to carve a pumpkin like a pro, than check out this link and get the tools and skills to step up your game and be the best at the party.
http://www.seriouseats.com/2010/10/pumpkin-carving-with-the-maniac-pumpkin-carve.html

To accompany your flowing wine, try these delicious ideas for Halloween appetizers that actually look and taste good with your vino!
http://foodgawker.com/post/2012/10/09/196869/

And to get the party started and then revved up the whole night while you are carving and drinking and eating...here are some fun games for adults. 'Cuz we like to play too!
http://freebies.about.com/od/halloweenfreebie1/tp/halloween-party-games-for-adults.htm

And as always, don't forget to get your case of wine for your scary shindig!  I recommend the JanKris Merlot or Cabernet that is on sale for only $60 a case! Can't go wrong there!  Enjoy and drive safely!!

Golf Tips

It can be hard for some golfers to turn a trip to the driving range into something more than just an opportunity to smack a bucket full of balls into an open vineyard...well I guess there aren't any other driving ranges over vineyards, but you know what we mean.
Turning your driving range time into quality practice time takes dedication and focus, but in the end, it can help you improve your game and lower your score on the course.
Instead of bashing a full bucket of balls with the same club, try making a mental game out of your next trip to Veris Cellars, or any golf driving range!  Pick  a standard hole distance, such as 350 yards, for example.  Luckily we have markers in the vines for you so you can see just how far your ball is going!  Pull out your usual club off the tee, such as your driver or feel free to use one of our many complimentary clubs, and give it your best shot.
When you hit a quality shot on the driving range, take a second and close your eyes.  Take a few deep breaths and envision the shot you just hit in your mind, along with the pure swing you just used.  This will help establish a mental connection and then on the course you will naturally perfom the same solid swing as you visualize what you did on the driving range.
And lastly, focus on one weakness at a time.  Practice it several times such as rotating your hips or follow through, until you get it perfect.  And as always, share a bottle of Ben Hogan while you are at it!

Date Tip of the Week

Date Tip for the Week:

Blindfold your date and drive them to a hot air balloon park.  Have them climb in and un-blindfold them while you go up in the sky.  Have your favorite Veris Cellars wine, two glasses and a bag full of nibbles to go with your wines!  Enjoy the beautiful view and all the sites while sipping, eating and sharing a memorable ride above it all.  Finish the date off with the sunset view and a glass of bubbly and chocolate covered strawberries!

For local pricing and trips follow this link!
http://www.sloballoon.com/pages