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Maria
Maria Stuart started her wine career in Chicago selling to restaurants. It was there that she discovered the magic between food and wine, and also had the pleasure of befriending the wines of Oregon and their makers. During a glorious visit to the IPNC (International Pinot Noir Celebration, the fabulous wine event which takes place every summer in McMinnville for 800 attendees from around the world) in 1990, she met a talented (and handsome!) winemaker. Returning to Chicago, she hastily packed bags and headed west, young woman! Yes, they married in 1992.
Maria continued to nurture her love for the Oregon wine industry with various positions in marketing, PR and events, including a 4-year stint as Executive Director of that same IPNC — where she and Rob first met, remember? At R. Stuart & Co. Maria is the director of PR, direct marketing, hospitality and Chef de Maison (or the house cook, here in the US).
My Posts:
Oregon Big Fire Dry Rosé – A new release, and sweet story for you.
As we were getting ready to release the new (absolutely stunning) 2010 Big Fire Dry Rosé, Rob and I were sitting in our kitchen, sipping on a glass and talking about all the lovely things we tasted therein. Suddenly Rob grabbed my laptop and started furiously typing something. ”Just some thoughts I have…”, he said. I didn’t get a chance to read what he wrote until a day or... [Read more]
Cellar Tracker Review of 2010 Big Fire Pinot Gris
Thought I’d share with you – Rick Allen took it upon himself to review our 2010 Big Fire Pinot Gris on the CellarTracker website. Rick is the genius behind Heater/Allen Beer and (full disclosure) a good friend. And he obviously has excellent taste in wine! Thanks Rick! TN: 2010 R. Stuart & Co. Pinot Gris Big Fire (USA, Oregon) Post Number:#1 by Rick Allen » Thu Apr 14, 2011 9:31... [Read more]
2010 Oregon Pinot Gris – Big Fire and Northwest Cioppino
We recently released our 2010 Big Fire Pinot Gris. A lovely glass of Pinot Gris As usual, we love this wine – it’s all about crisp acidity and bright fruit flavors. Last night I had a sip of it and the first thing that popped into my head was “Yum. Grapefruit! Another sip, please.” Of course one of the things we love the most about Pinot Gris is how it is SO versatile with... [Read more]
Tiny Bubbles – Oregon Sparkling Wine
Rosé d’Or, Brut NV Ooh-La-La! Rob and his crew recently disgorged about 120 cases of our oh-so-lovely Brut Rosé known as Rosé d’Or (which literally translates to Rose Gold in French – a perfect description of the wine’s color – or a less literal translation could be Rosé of Oregon. We like that one too.) Purchase Rosé d’Or in our online Wine Shop! In 1971... [Read more]
Women in Business – McMinnville Chamber of Commerce
Join other women business leaders in our community for a very fun networking/brainstorming/sipping and noshing session. January, February and March this group meets at the R. Stuart & Co. Wine Bar. Call the McMinnville Chamber of Commerce to RSVP – 503/472-6196
Teacher Friday!
First Friday of Every Month! Calling all teachers! Come wind down with a glass of wine and nibbles and enjoy 15% off your total bill (bottles included). Just a little THANK YOU for all the hard work that you do for our kids.
High Museum Atlanta Wine Auction
2011 is the 19th Annual year for this renowned Wine Auction! We lost count long ago, but it’s possible that Rob has attended almost every one – it’s really a favorite with us. Preliminary events begin on March 23rd and go all the way through the auction itself on Saturday March 26th. Tickets are available for the entire thing, or a la carte. All the information you ever wanted about... [Read more]
Table 1280 Winemaker Dinner
In conjunction with the Atlanta High Museum Wine Auction (one of our all-time faves), Rob will be co-hosting a winemaker dinner at the celebrated Table 1280. Chef Gary Mennie is a long-time friend of Rob’s wines and we know he’ll be cooking up a spectacular feast. Winemaker Sam Kaplan, of Arkenston Vineyards will be bringing along some of his special wines as well. All in all, this sounds... [Read more]
Women in Business – McMinnville Chamber of Commerce
Join other women business leaders in our community for a very fun networking/brainstorming/sipping and noshing session. January, February and March this group meets at the R. Stuart & Co. Wine Bar. Call the McMinnville Chamber of Commerce to RSVP – 503/472-6196
Oregon Wine Flight To New York City
We’re hitting the road to the Big Apple – along with 49 of our wonderful Willamette Valley neighbors. Love to see you there, if NYC is your ‘hood. Click below for lots of info! http://willamettewines.com/nyc-event/
in our downtown McMinnville 
