Burrell School Vineyards Newsletter – May 6th, 2022
Hello Wine Enthusiasts ~
April showers have brought May flowers! Come to the winery and enjoy all the rose bushes in full bloom. What a perfect weekend to bring those wonderful Moms out there to the vineyard and enjoy a glass of wine surrounded by the beautiful colors and smells of all the roses.
Sunset Yoga & Wine Tasting is back May 8th! Celebrate Mother’s day with some all levels yoga on the veranda overlooking the Santa Cruz Mountains. The sun will be setting over the redwoods during this tranquil class followed by a tasting of Burrell School wines paired with some snacks after class.
Half Moon Bay Wine & Jazz FestivalThe Half Moon Bay Downtown Association is pleased to bring you the inaugural Half Moon Bay Wine & Jazz Festival, featuring California wineries, nationally-known jazz artists, and local eats – all on Half Moon Bay’s charming and historic Main Street – an amazing destination on its own! Come join us for this fun event! Attendees will receive a commemorative wine glass and tasting tickets which can be redeemed for tastings from the wineries (we’re expecting to feature 50 California wineries). Beer and food will also be available to purchase at the event. Save 20% on ticket purchases with the code BURRELL at checkout!!!
Wine specials:
“Spring Fling” 3 Pack just $69!
2018 GSM Special case price @ $149
“Spring Fling” 3 Pack just $69!
- 2021 Recess Rosé – A nose of rose petals and deep middle of fresh raspberry. A really smooth finish with great acidity to enjoy now and through the warm summer months ahead. Everyone loves Recess!
- 2020 Teacher’s Pet Chardonnay – Here’s Dave’s latest Estate-grown Chardonnay. This dry, medium bodied wine has moderate acidity. Its flavors range from apple and lemon to pineapple with notes of vanilla.
- 2019 Principal’s Choice Pinot Noir – One look at this wine and you know it’s a true beauty: very classy, like burgundy velvet, glistening and gorgeous in the glass.
2018 GSM Special case price @ $149Blended from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre… our GSM is known for bright fruit, extroverted aromas of ripe fruit, dried sage and herbs, and a grippy, pepper-and-herb that finishes that echoes the wines’ aroma.
Music at the Winery:
Hood Chatham is an accomplished jazz guitarist who has played in the Santa Cruz area with the Minor Thirds Jazz Trio, the Cold Porters Jazz Trio, and Jazz By Three. He is currently performing solo guitar at various Santa Cruz Mountain wineries and other local venues. He studied jazz guitar with Dale Brunig, Jimmy Bruno, and locally with Brian Fitzgerald. Major influences on his style include Jim Hall, Bill Evans, Thelonius Monk, among many others.
Music with Dave D’oh May 14th & 21stDave D’oh is the stage name of Santa Cruz musician Dave Muldawer. He first jumped into the local music scene back in 2010 with the rock band The D’oh Bros. While continuing to play with the band, Dave ventured out as a solo musician and quickly gained a reputation as a fun, versatile, talented musician. His setlist includes music from the 60’s through the 2000’s, specializing in classic rock from the 70’s and 80’s. Dave is a trained saxophonist as well as a solid guitar player and talented singer, combining all three instruments in a unique style.