Sips of the Summer

Sipsof the Summer

Wines that perfectly pair with patios, pools and parties

By Alison Bailin Batz

ith vaccines readily available, many are looking to enjoy the company of friends and family this summer. This could mean hanging by the pool, living one’s best life on a boat in the Midwest or heading to SoCal for the beach. No matter what your summer plans are, we have a wine pairing for that.

By the pool

Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio

This pinot keeps it light with just a touch of citrus and delicate tropical fruit notes. If enjoying at a pool barbecue, pair it with chicken or seafood. $11.99

2020 La Crema Sauvignon Blanc

The aromatics here are made for the outdoors with an explosion of apricot, kiwi and mango as you bring the glass to your lips. The acidity makes it taste like liquid sunshine, and it would be perfect with oysters. $25

Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc 2020

As crisp as a freshly washed towel, this sauvignon blanc tastes of ripe stone and passion fruit with a hint of lime. Its salinic acidity keeps it feeling refreshing glass after glass. $22.99 Scharffenberger Brut Rose

Too hot for the spa? No problem, as you can get your bubble fi x here. This eff ervescent treat is a perfect combination of raspberry and peach and off ers a lingering fi nish. Dare we say pair it with ice cream? $29

Robert Mondavi Winery 2018 Fumé Blanc

This signature winery off ering is as bright as the refl ection from the water. With the fl avors of fresh melon dancing with green apple and juicy peach on the palate, it tastes even better than it looks. $23

Medici Ermete Organic Concerto Reggiano Lambrusco DOC 2020

Grilling for dinner after a day outside? Pull out this perfect pairing for nearly any meat thanks to its dry yet fruity blend. It has just enough acid and

tanins to balance a bite of just about anything. $25.99 makes one feel like the summer gardens surrounding the lake are coming to life. $16

On the lake

Unshackled 2019 Rosé

The name alone feels like the slogan for this summer compared to last. A trio of tangerine, grapefruit and lemon make this a tough one to beat while enjoying the breeze in your hair. $21

Landmark Vineyards 2019 Overlook Chardonnay

Ripe lemon, white peach, yellow apple and kiwi come together with just a hint of oak and lingering spice to make enjoying this with friends on a pontoon twice as nice. $27

Pighin Pinot Grigio Collio DOC 2018

This dry stunner is light bodied and meant to be enjoyed by all types of bodies of water. We recommend it as the fi rst toast to summer with friends you’ve missed the past year-plus. $23.99

AIX Rosé 2020 Fragrant with a salmon pink color, this bottle explodes with summer fruit in every sip, notably watermelon and ripe strawberries. Expect crisp acidity at the end, perhaps to provide a little liquid courage to take a turn tubing behind the boat? $21.99

2020 Aperture Cellars Chenin Blanc

Vibrant with clear notes of nectarines and honeysuckle, perhaps enjoy this one on a sunset ride with your honey.

Its smooth mouthfeel will set the stage for romance on the water. $30

At the beach

WillaKenzie 2018 Willamette Valley Chardonnay

It can be tough to fi nd a chard that is crisp enough for a day at the beach. We’ve found it in this Oregon-grown off ering with suffi cient creaminess but also an infusion of citrus that helps cuts the richness. $29.99

Red Car Rosé of Pinot Noir 2020

Orange is the star of this spectacular summer rosé.

First, expect aromatics of orange blossoms. If that isn’t lovely enough, give it a sip and you will taste clear notes of refreshing orange sorbet. Toward the finish, minerals cleanse the palate and make you ready for more. $28

Ehlers Estate 2020 Sauvignon Blanc

Juicy apricot, orange candy, yellow wildfl owers, lemon rind, lime pie and pears come together in the most delightful of ways in this acidic yet juicy off ering.

There is also a hint of vanilla that soothes the mind and body together with the open water. $36

Marine Layer Chardonnay The name alone will make you want to enjoy this by the ocean.

The fl avors of ripe tropical fruit, vanilla and salty minerality, however, will make you so glad that you did. $40.

Château La Nerthe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2019

Justin Vineyards & Winery 2020 Sauvignon Blanc

The perfect marriage of tropical fruit and bright citrus, there is an extra something with every sip in the form of fl eeting fl avors of fresh herb that

Crisp and complex notes of lime balanced with pineapple and mango make a good balance between acidity and fruitiness here. It is also a little something special to whip out and share with friends given its expressiveness and elegance. $59.99 

REMEMBER When 70thRetro Party! Scottsdale celebrates anniversary

By Joan Fudala

Break out the party hats: The city of Scottsdale celebrates its 70th anniversary of incorporation niversary of incorporation June 25, 2021.

From farm town to From farm town to fabulous in seven decades, fabulous in seven decades, Scottsdale has been built on citizen parScottsdale has been built on citizen participation, innovation, public-private ticipation, innovation, public-private partnerships, respect for the environment, partnerships, respect for the environment, and embracing diversity. We know how to and embracing diversity. We know how to have fun while celebrating our amazing have fun while celebrating our amazing heritage.

Consider some of the ways we’ve Consider some of the ways we’ve celebrated Scottsdale’s milestones:  Scottsdale has honored its “founder/ Scottsdale has honored its “founder/ namesake,” Chaplain Winfi eld Scott, since namesake,” Chaplain Winfi eld Scott, since at least 1910. The offi cial dedication of the at least 1910. The offi cial dedication of the Scottsdale Grammar School was delayed Scottsdale Grammar School was delayed so that it could be held on Scott’s 73rd so that it could be held on Scott’s 73rd birthday, February 26, 1910. He was joined birthday, February 26, 1910. He was joined at the event by Arizona Territorial Gov. at the event by Arizona Territorial Gov. Sloan, Indiana Gov. Thomas Marshall (in Sloan, Indiana Gov. Thomas Marshall (in “Scottsdale Is Incorporated” banner headline from the June 28, town to visit his wife Lois Kimsey’s family town to visit his wife Lois Kimsey’s family 1951, Scottsdale Progress. (Photo courtesy of the Scottsdale Historical Society) here) and the settlement’s residents and here) and the settlement’s residents and students. Scottsdale continues to honor students. Scottsdale continues to honor Scott’s memory and contributions every Scott’s memory and contributions every ing, horse rodeos, Street Pavers’ Balls and ing, horse rodeos, Street Pavers’ Balls and   Newspaper headlines from June/July Newspaper headlines from June/July year on his birthday with a free, public the Sunshine Festival (forerunner of the 1951 herald the incorporation of Scottsdale birthday party on/around February 26. long-running Parada del Sol). Since 1994, as a town as of June 25, 1951, (2,032 resi After the Scottsdale Chamber of the Scottsdale Chamber organizes the dents on approximately a half square mile) Commerce was established in March Scottsdale History Hall of Fame, annually and the appointment of fi ve residents to the 1947, it began organizing community recognizing people, nonprofi ts and busi- fi rst town council (Mort Kimsey, Bill Miller, events — the annual Hi! Neighbor gather- nesses integral to Scottsdale’s evolution. E.G. Scott, Jack Sweeney and Malcolm

Scottsdale’s then-new municipal building, housing the police department, city court/ council chambers, was dedicated on Scottsdale’s 10th birthday on June 25, 1961.

(Photo courtesy of the Scottsdale Historical Society)

White, the latter of whom became the fi rst mayor). The news articles do not mention any parties to celebrate the culmination of the long-studied incorporation issue. A few days after incorporation, however, the community gathered for a Post 44/American Legion-sponsored family Fourth of July celebration that included a softball game, picnic and fi reworks held at the Scottsdale High School athletic fi eld.  To celebrate Scottsdale’s 10th anniversary of incorporation in June 1961, Mayor

Mort Kimsey invited residents to a birthday party on June 25 held at the Scottsdale High School auditorium. Perhaps due to the extreme heat (114 degrees), only 57 attended. Those who did attend enjoyed music by the Ray Ludovici band and talks by Scottsdale pioneer Mrs. Mae (Fred) Mathis and Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce President Roland Feltman. Following the party, Mayor Kimsey and offi cials dedicated the new $160,000 Municipal Building on Main Street next door to the then-City Hall (now the Scottsdale Historical Society Museum/Little Red To celebrate the second anniversary of Scotts- Schoolhouse). Residents dale’s Civic Center in October 1970, a cake was toured Scottsdale Police sculpted to represent City Hall and Civic Center Department offi ces, the jail Library. (Photo courtesy of the Scottsdale Historical Society) and room used as the city court and council chambers (which featured a huge wood carving by Dee Flagg depicting chaplain Winfi eld Scott and a stagecoach leaving Scottsdale).  At Scottsdale’s 10th birthday in 1961, there were over 10,000 residents in an area of about 6 square miles. Feltman said in a congratulatory ad in the Scottsdale Progress: “Today we are watching a continued growth to the extent of 600 people per month moving into the school district; new businesses opening at the rate of about three per week, and postal receipts grown to third in the state. Sleepy little Scottsdale has in 10 years become the bedroom community to the entire Valley, Fashion Center of the Southwest, the Arabian horse capital of the world, and one of the fi nest arts and crafts centers in the country.”  According to the June 25, 1966, Scottsdale Daily Progress, Scottsdale celebrated its 15th birthday with a birthday cake (white, decorated with pink fl owers, provided by the Scottsdale Camelback Jaycees) and music by the Scottsdale Boys Band at an event held under covered porches at Scottsdale Road and Main Street.  Emcee Jonathan Marshall, publisher of the Scottsdale Daily Progress, listed some of the city’s accomplishments over 15 years: “paving of dirt roads, planting of palm trees along Scottsdale Road, creating homes for some 56,000 people, a modern sewer system, cultural leadership in the Valley, fine restaurants, tourist facilities and shopping centers and the building of a government with a capable professional staff .” Another speaker, former Councilmember Herb Caywood “recalled 25 people showing up at a city council meeting wearing

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gas masks to protest odor from Scottsdale’s sewer plant.” Mayor Bud Tims, however, declared that Scottsdale is a model community. Marshall’s newspaper carried Dolan Ellis was a special anniversary supplement, that, the featured entertainer at among other features, carried the photos Scottsdale’s of the six men who had served as mayor 35th anniverin 15 years (White, Kimsey, Bill Schrader, sary public John Woudenberg, Bill Clayton and Tims). celebration The size of Scottsdale in 1966 was 54,000 and street fair. people in 63 square miles. (Photo courtesy of the Scottsdale  In addition to celebrating founder/ Historical Society) namesake chaplain Scott and the anniversary of incorporation, Scottsdale has also celebrated anniversaries of the Bennie Gonzales-designed Civic Center. In 1969, at its first anniversary, Mayor Tims welcomed Arizona Gov. Jack Williams to the outdoor ceremony in front of City Hall; many school children library cards at the ceremony held also participated. On its second at Civic Center Library. Library anniversary in 1970, an elaborate Director Hugh Cleary said these cake was baked/sculpted as a senior residents would be interscale model of City Hall and the viewed for an oral history project. Civic Center Library. At its 50th (Note: Many of these oral histories anniversary, the city planned a can be heard as audio files on gala weekend of “Celebrate ’68” the Scottsdale library’s website, activities, many of which were scottsdalelibrary.org; search under rained out. However, a street near Scottsdale Heritage Connection). City Hall was renamed Bennie  Scottsdale had a dual celebraGonzales Way, and 1960s tribute tion in 1976 — its 25th anniversary bands rocked the City Hall Kiva to and the nation’s bicentennial. At the delight of residents of all ages. a party, complete with cake and  In 1971, Scottsdale marked its 20th year of incorporation. City employees with the longest and newest years/months of service Mayor Bill Jenkins presented a plaque of appreciation to city seal designer Gene Brown Pennington at the city’s 25th anniversary party in 1976. (Photo courtesy of the Scottsdale Historical Society) ice cream, held in the then-new Scottsdale Center for the Arts atrium, Mayor Bill Jenkins honored Mrs. Gene Brown Pennington blew out the candles on a huge residents who had lived here for at least 50 who designed the city’s “bucking birthday cake. Scottsdale had grown to years on the occasion of the city’s 23rd anbronco” seal and was a member of the 67,823 residents. niversary of incorporation. Thirty so-called historic Brown Family (of Brown Avenue  Mayor Tims honored Scottsdale “old timers” were presented with special and Brown’s Ranch). Party attendees were serenaded by a barbershop quartet and toured a display of historic memorabilia at the Little Red Schoolhouse (then the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce offices). The Scottsdale Daily Progress published a 64-page supplement saluting Scottsdale and the U.S. on their milestones.  Scottsdale’s first mayor, White, reflected on Scottsdale’s 30 years of incorporation in a Scottsdale Daily Progress article June 25, 1981, saying “concern over whether Scottsdale would lose its Western character by incorporating was overcome by residents’ fears that other municipalities might annex their town. They were quite willing to go along, rather than be annexed by the city To celebrate Scottsdale’s 37th anniversary of incorpora- of Phoenix or the city of Tempe.”tion and the 100th anniversary of its founding by Winfield and Helen Scott in 1888, Mayor Herb Drinkwater and  On June 28, 1986, Scottsdale observed residents yell “Good morning, America!” on national its 35th anniversary of incorporation. television. (Photo courtesy of the Scottsdale Historical Society) Mayor Herb Drinkwater and the Scottsdale

Singing Cowboy Gary Sprague welcomes residents to the city’s 60th birthday party at Scottsdale Center for the Performing

Arts on June 25, 2011. (Photo by Joan Fudala)

City Council invited residents to attend a street fair on Scottsdale Civic Center Mall that evening featuring entertainment by Arizona’s Official Balladeer Dolan Ellis as well as the Scottsdale Sizzlers, Calico Cloggers, Scottsdale Jaycees and others. A historic plaque dedication ceremony at the then-Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce building recognized the signifi cance of the 1909 vintage Little Red Schoolhouse to the community’s history (including its role as Town Hall, 1955-63; Scottsdale Police Department, 1955-61; and Scottsdale Public Library, 1963-68).  In 1988, residents joined Mayor Drinkwater at Main Street and Brown Avenue to tip their red Stetson hats and yell “Good morning, America!” to a national television audience in celebration of the 100 years since Scottsdale’s founding (Scottsdale fi led its homesteading documents July 2, 1888).  Scottsdale had grown to over 130,000 residents on 184.5 square miles by its 40th birthday in 1991. According to The Arizona Republic’s June 24 edition, “There won’t be any parades or confetti Tuesday to celebrate Scottsdale’s 40th birthday. However, city offi cials plan to include a birthday celebration in the July 5 ‘Scottsdale Days Celebrity Sizzler’ party at the Scottsdale Mall.” Indeed — there was birthday cake, singers and a commemorative video (which can be viewed at scottsdalelibrary.org).  Months of events celebrated Scottsdale’s 50th birthday in 2001. From a Mayor’s Breakfast recognizing businesses that predated the town’s incorporation in 1951 to Downtown walking tours, publishing a commemorative booklet and coff ee table book, an employee cake decorating contest, and birthday parties at City Hall and the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, the city partied hearty for

At a 50th anniversary event, Mayor Mary Manross congratulates Rural Metro’s Karl Keierleber and Rural Metro founder Lou Witzeman for being in business before the city incorporated in 1951. (Photo by Joan Fudala) Scottsdale’s golden anniversary.  Scottsdale held events over 60 days to celebrate 60 years as a city in 2011. Singing Cowboy Gary Sprague welcomed residents to the breakfast party at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, where Mayor Jim Lane, Arizona Historian Marshall Trimble, and Scottsdale City Councilmember and native son Dennis Robbins spoke.  Now, Scottsdale is 70 and is a city of some 158,000 residents living, working, raising families, learning and retiring on 184.5 square miles (one-third of which is preserved as open space). There are plans to celebrate with a Legacy Quest family event around Old Town and Civic Center, historic fl ashback talk at Civic Center Library, the opening of the Milestones & Memories Exhibit at Civic Center Library sponsored by Scottsdale Leadership, and other events. See scottsdaleaz.gov or scottsdalelibrary. org for details.  Much has changed over 70 years, but not Scottsdale’s desire to mark its birthday and other civic milestones with parties, programs, publications and pride.

Happy birthday, Scottsdale! 

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JUNE 2021

Business Horoscopes

By Weiss Kelly, PMAFA

ARIES 3/21-4/20

Welcome to Gemini month and to 2021’s second eclipse, which falls on June 10. The sign of Gemini relates to communications. Current news should not be taken lightly. Keep your ears open and your mouth closed from June 1 to June 23. Communication skills rule this month. Support small business.

Personal Power Days: June 4 and June 5

TAURUS 4/21-5/20

You’ll be supported by an overflow of events. The sun in Gemini highlights your material affairs — what you have and don’t have. It’s a seller’s market. This month requires patience and fl exibility on your part. Have fun, instead of focusing on mundane aff airs. The full moon on June 24 encourages you to get more socially active, and local events will provide opportunities.

Personal Power Days: June 6, June 7 and June 8

GEMINI 5/21-6/20

Your ability to see yourself can be put to good use. Saying the wrong thing at the wrong time should be avoided June 3 to June 23. All Geminis have a way with words. In your mind, you’ll have a lot of mental and social chatter. You will have a desire to change jobs within six months.

Personal Power Days: June 9 and June 10 VIRGO 8/23-9/22

The dual sun sign of Gemini changes its mind. Nothing is set in stone this month, including the weather. Good luck if you think you can fi ll up the gas tank and hit the road. Between the gas shortage and your work schedule, you’ll be lucky to do anything. While you don’t want fall into the trap of living to work, this month is an exception, Virgo. Job searching can be enjoyable. Don’t throw away the mask or stop social distancing.

Personal Power Days: June 15, June 16 and June 17

LIBRA 9/23-10/22

Your focus turns outward, away from personal issues that you may have been obsessing about. Use your diplomatic talents and resources. Show up when you’re invited out. Artistic/creative services are thriving. The full moon on June 24 marks the time to fi nish a project, make a commitment or to pivot.

Personal Power Days: June 18 and June 19

CANCER 6/21-7/20

This is the time to reinvent yourself, both personally and professionally. Watch for sudden demands and changes in housing, rental, food, gas, construction and electronics appliances. Cutting back is one of this month’s themes. Be cautious. Don’t be extravagant.

Personal Power Days: June 11 and June 12

LEO 7/21-8/22

Although there’s a crisis, June is lighthearted for you. Make new contacts and partake in group activities. Be careful about how you present yourself. No other month gives you the social and professional landscape to succeed like June does. Strengthen ties. Small business paves the way to the future. Learn special skills to survive — we can’t all be CEOs.

Personal Power Days: June 13 and June 14

SCORPIO 10/23-11/22

Despite the Neptunian fog and double talk, stay focused and in control from June 20 to June 21. Continue to expect the unexpected, especially in the investment and fi nancial fi elds. Keep an eye on the market and discoveries in the high-tech industry. Wait until later in the month (after June 24) to reach an agreement or change your direction.

Personal Power Days: June 20, June 21 and June 22

SAGITTARIUS 11/23-12/20

Last month’s Eclipse impacts your future. This month’s eclipse on June 10 is similar. Despite pressure, your commitments may be delayed. You’ll get through this by cooperating with groups or organizations and interacting with others in the communications fi eld. That is what this month is all about.

Personal Power Days: June 23 and June 24

CAPRICORN 12/21-1/20

Your professional world moves slowly as the economy transitions. Keep a close eye on the changing cultural world. Restrictive Saturn remains in finances, earning ability and values, big business and construction. Focus on your routine, health and attitude during the fi rst half of June. During this time, opportunities will appear, allowing you to take a new direction. Lighten up!

Personal Power Days: June 25 and June 26

AQUARIUS 1/21-2/19

June is a topsy-turvy month. Each day brings a surprise. Still, it will prove to be a progressive month. Expect the second half of 2021 to be explosive. Reunite with former friends, associates and personal interests. Reinvent yourself. Look to the fi elds of technology and medical science. Prepare to make a move. The eclipse on June 10 is favorable to addressing personal/career questions.

Personal Power Days: June 27 and June 28

PISCES 2/20-3/20

The medical fi eld dominates this month. Each month’s new moon marks a time to reinvent, discover or develop a plan for renewal. The new moon on June 10 brings things we do not know about — perhaps UFOs. All of this comes to the forefront while you spend private time to get in touch with your feelings. A busy cycle begins on June 24.

Personal Power Days: June 1, June 29 and June 30.

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