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Côtes du Rhône – Everyday Blends
Thursday night at Fine Wines of Stockton we tasted wines from the Rhône River Valley. The valley is long, stretching from just south of Lyon, along the river to the Mediterranean, some 150 or so miles (3). Over twenty grape varieties may be used to produce wines in this region, with specific requirements for individual AOCs (appellation d’origine contrôlée). Continue reading
Posted in Thursday Wine Tastings
Tagged Cinsault, Côtes du Rhône, Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, Viognier
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Rosé – Not Just to Make Fun of Anymore
As the weather begins to warm, we naturally start to think about what to drink during the summer months. During the warmest months, I prefer lighter wine in general. Rosé always comes to mind. The Thursday night tasting at Fine Wines of Stockton was, of course, Rosé. Continue reading
The Rhone Rangers – Mourvèdre A Rising Star in the World of American Rhones
This is the second seminar we attended as part of the San Francisco Weekend Celebration of American Rhone Wines, which was sponsored by The Rhone Rangers. This seminar was intended to showcase Mourvèdre. Seven winemakers presented and talked about their wines. The seminar was moderated by Jon Bonné, Wine Editor, San Francisco Chronicle. Continue reading
The Rhone Rangers – Old World Inspiration, New World Innovation
Our wine education continued recently at the San Francisco Weekend Celebration of American Rhone Wines. This two-day event was sponsored by The Rhone Rangers (1), “a non-profit educational organization, dedicated to promoting the enjoyment of Rhone varietal wines produced in the United States”. Continue reading
The Wines of Howell Mountain
Howell Mountain American Viticultural Area (AVA), located within the Napa AVA, was the first sub-appellation to be designated in 1983. Howell Mountain is located on the northeast side of Napa Valley. The AVA ranges from 1400 to 2200 feet, putting it above the fog line. Continue reading
Posted in Events, Other Wine Tastings
Tagged Bremer Family Winery, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cakebread Cellars, Dunn Vineyards, Grenache, Howell Mountain, John Robert Eppler Wines, La Jota, Merlot, Napa Valley, Notre Vin, Obsidian Howell Mountain, Petite Sirah, Red Cap Vineyards, Retro Cellars, Roberts + Rogers, SPENCE, Syrah, Zinfandel
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A Twisted Journey to Twisted Wines
A couple of weeks ago Nancy and I went up Highway 4 to Bear Valley, Ca. to do some cross country skiing. We go several times each year and usually go straight up and back. This time, though, our trip took a twisted turn. Continue reading
One Thing Leads to Another
It all began with an e-mail in the mid-November from one of Pete’s sisters. She had drawn Pete’s name in our family Christmas gift exchange and wanted to run an idea by me. “Would he enjoy a copy of Randall Grahm’s book Been Doon So Long? I can get an autographed copy.” Continue reading
Posted in Monday Dinners
Tagged Been Doon So Long, Bonny Doon, Cinsault, Grenache, Mouvedre, Randall Grahm, Syrah
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Bokisch Vineyards – Lodi Spanish Varietals
The Thursday night tasting at Fine Wines of Stockton featured Bokisch Vineyards of Lodi. Liz and Marcus Bokisch poured their wines and gave us all kinds of information about their winery, their growing practices and about the origin of their vines. Continue reading
Posted in Tasting Notes, Thursday Wine Tastings
Tagged Albarino, Bokisch Vineyards, Garnacha, Garnacha Blanca, Graciano, Grenache, Lodi, Monastrell, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Rosado, Rosé, Spain, Tempranillo
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Discovering the Wines of Languedoc
Pete and I had a great introduction to the wines the Languedoc region of France during the Wine Bloggers Conference in August. This made us curious about the region, its climate and food as well. We decided to build a wine and food tasting from this experience. Continue reading
Posted in Monday Dinners, Other Wine Tastings, Special Occasions, Wines of the Weekend
Tagged Australia, Carignan, Chardonnay, Chenin, France, Grenache, La Clape, Languedoc, Mauzac, Mourvedre, Picpoul, Picpoul de Pinet, Syrah, Tawny Port, Wine
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WBC 2012 – The Last Day
Well, it was finally Sunday and the last day of WBC 2012. While it was much fun we were happy to know we would have the afternoon free. Continue reading
Posted in Vacations and Trips, WBC, WBC 2012
Tagged AOC Wines of Languedoc, B.C., British Columbia, Cabernet Franc, France, Grenache, Languedoc, Mourvedre, Penticton, Penticton Wine Tasting, Picpoul, Syrah, WBC, WBC 2012, WBC 2013, WBC12, Wine
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WBC 2012 Recap – Day One
I had hoped to update this every day but it just wasn’t possible. We were busy all day long and then there were the after parties … So much wine, so little time! Continue reading
Posted in Vacations and Trips, WBC, WBC 2012
Tagged Albarino, Argentina, Australia, Burgundy, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Chile, France, Grenache, Malbec, Mendoza, Mourvedre, Oregon, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Spain, Tempranillo, WBC, WBC 2012, WBC12, Willamette Valley, Wine, Wine Bloggers Conference, Zinfandel
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Rosé Roundup – Their Charm is the Fruit
Lately we decided to explore the world of Rosé wines. Continue reading
#winechat Wednesday – Value Wines
#winechat Wednesday – Value Wines
Today on #winechat the theme was \”Value wines, $10 or less\” and it was hosted by Dezel Quillen (@myvinespot). Continue reading
Posted in #winechat, Online Tastings, Tasting Notes
Tagged Bobal, Garnacha, Grenache, Rosé, Spain
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Chamisal Vineyards Sampler from Edna Valley
Another online wine tasting, this time featuring Chamisal Vineyards from Edna Valley. Continue reading
Posted in Online Tastings, Tasting Notes
Tagged Chamisal Vineyards, Chardonnay, Edna Valley, Grenache, Pinot Noir
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2009 Tablas Creek Esprit De Beaucastel
2009 Tablas Creek Esprit de Beaucastel tasting notes. Continue reading
Posted in Monday Dinners, Tasting Notes
Tagged Counoise, Grenache, Mourvedre, Paso Robles, Syrah, Tablas Creek
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South Australia Cabernet Sauvignon
We are still exploring Australian Cabernet Sauvignon during our Thursday night tastings at Fine Wines of Stockton. Continue reading
Sierra Foothills Wine Trip Part One – Twisted Oak Winery
Sierra Foothills Wine Trip Part One. This year they decided to go somewhere different, the Sierra foothills, specifically Calaveras County. Continue reading
Posted in Vacations and Trips
Tagged Calaveras County, Grenache, Marsanne, Petite Syrah, Rhone, Rhone Valley, Roussane, Sierra Foothills, Syrah, Viognier
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A Mixed Batch of Lighter Red Wines
A Mixed Batch of Lighter Red Wines for out Thursday night tasting. Continue reading
Posted in Thursday Wine Tastings
Tagged Barbera, Beaujolais, Carmenere, Dolcetto, Garnacha, Grenache, Valpolicella, Wine
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Rhone Wines by Paul Jaboulet Âiné
We tasted six Rhone Valley wines by Paul Jaboulet Âiné and one by Marc Kreydenweiss at our Thursday night tasting. Continue reading
Posted in Thursday Wine Tastings
Tagged France, Grenache, Jaboulet, Mourvedre, Rhone, Rhone Valley, Rosé, Syrah
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2009 Pasos Grenache Dry Rosé
2009 Pasos Grenache Dry Rosé Continue reading
