Wine in Books, Songs, Media Events and Film

From DVD Verdict: “Wine for the Confused is a rental that should keep you from being too embarrassed at a tasting, or a purchase that can guide you through regular journeys into the world of wine.”

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MOVIE PAIRING: white zinfandel with pride

Bearshead Napa Valley, 2006. Joel Aiken, Robert Mondavi, Janet Trefethen among many other winemakers and professionals.

Produced by husband-and-wife team James and Kerry Forbes, Bearshead Napa Valley is the first film in a series showcasing wines and spirits of the world. James films, edits and writes, while Kerry produces the still photography and creates the graphics. The DVD focuses on the Napa Valley and is subdivided into four sections: history, terroir, wine growing and tours of the Valley.

According to James, “The interactivity of our DVD means that we combine the flexibility of a book with the immediacy of film. You can dip into it for ten minutes or so or get absorbed and explore the riches of the Valley for hours. It works beautifully on television, and when watched on a computer also includes web links to all 44 featured wineries and more.”

From the St. Helena Star: “Breathtaking panoramas of Napa Valley's beauty.... a great gift for your oenophile friends.” George Starke.

From COPIA (Center for Wine, Food and the Arts): “Entertaining, informative and interactive…perfect for the wine neophyte as well as the cognoscenti. You'll enjoy every minute as you explore beautiful Napa Valley; just be sure to pour a glass of Cabernet!” Peter Marks.

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Copies can be purchased at www.bearshead.com.

MOVIE PAIRING: tasting sampler of 1997 Beaulieu Vineyard Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, 2001 Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and 2002 Trefethen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.