Monday, December 10, 2007

"New Worlds of Wine"

Birmingham Weekly made another trip up to the area to taste Persimmon Creek's Cabernet Franc and Seyval Blanc. The columnist describes them with obvious admiration:
"The tannins of the Cabernet Franc could have brewed in the mountains of autumn
leaves that have fallen in the vale. The Seyval Blanc draws its stately minerality from the sandy-soiled, stony hillsides. Along with soft notes of coffee and chocolate, in the Merlot I taste the sweet, dark brown bottomland down by the creekside."

Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Dawson Times Recognizes Georgia Heritage Center

The Dawson Times revealed the upcoming dates for the Artists Celebration at Gerogia Heritage Center for the Arts.
"Georgia Heritage Center for the Arts is a non-profit
organizations promoting the artists of Georgia
and is located at the Northwest corner of the bridge
in Tallulah Falls. The GHCA Education building is
located on Mary Street in Clarkesville, where monthly
dances, luncheons and workshops are held."

Friday, October 26, 2007

"Riding the Rapids on ‘Deliverance’ River"

The New York Times followed the story of a dozen friends determined to brave the Chattooga.
"The main point was the adventure."
Read the full article here!

Friday, October 19, 2007

North Georgia Attractions You May Want to Explore

There was an article in The American Chronicle about all the exciting things to do in the Northeast Georgia Mountains. This list included the Tallulah Gorge and the Dillard House, concluding that:
"There is such a wide variety of North Georgia attractions to explore that you are sure to find something to delight every member of your family. The natural beauty of the Georgia mountains combined with its rich history make it a wonderful place to visit and a special place to spend a lifetime!"

Read the full article here!

Monday, September 24, 2007

Fall Leaves - Unpredictable Beauty

The Gainesville Times consulted with Anthony Lampros of Rabun County about fall foilage, concluding that peak leaf season is unpredictable, but also remarking on the constant attraction of Rabun County's mountains: "Nature is resilient, and so are
the people who visit Black Rock Mountain, Georgia's highest state park. 'We actually had our busiest summer ever this year, and we're expecting
a very busy fall,' Lampros said."

News Channel 32 Discovers "Maize Quest"

WNEG NewsCHANNEL 32 reported about Jaemor Farm in Alto and the compelling attraction of its Maize Quest. There is actually more than one maze on this farm:
"You're probably wondering, 'What’s the difference between the kiddie maze and the main maze?'Actually it's a 5.5 acre difference. And it takes the average adult 1hour and 15 minutes to get through it."
Visit www.cornmaze.com for more information.

Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Meetings at the Dillard House Resort

The Atlanta Business Chronicle lists the Dillard House among the most sought-after get-away locations for business meetings. "Many of their groups are training seminars, state associations, church retreats and family reunions."
Read the full story here!