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Tag Archives: Sonoma County
When Worlds Collide
When worlds collide is rather catchy, but it really was nothing ominous, we were enjoying the last night of Ms. Yoga being in town and the first night of the Louisville clan in town and everyone decided to meet at … Continue reading
A 24’th Anniversary
Some would say, it would never happen, but it did; and actually, I think I all but proposed the first night, but that would throw the count off. We did the entire nine yards and why not and it has … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Alexander Valley, Alexander Valley Vineyards, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Cave de Lugny, Chardonnay, France, La Cote Blanche, Livermore Valley, Macon-Villages, Merlot, Murrieta's Well, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Sonoma County, The Spur, Wente Family Estate, Wetzel Family Estate
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Two Reds from my Club
The month of October was so fleeting and hectic for me, on so many levels that I almost forgot to pick up the club selections from the Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan. They were quite busy in the shop, … Continue reading
Broadway Vineyards Chardonnay
One never knows what to expect when one is getting wines from a wine club and the second wine that I picked up recently from the Fine Wine Source has raised my eyebrow. I always expect something interesting from this … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Broadway Vineyards, California, Carneros, Chardonnay, Sonoma County
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The Party Continued
One would almost think that my Bride and I are still teenagers from my recounting a day that started with a brunch and Mimosas that ended up a pool party and appetizers, but there is more to the day. Actually, … Continue reading
A Walk in Birmingham
There are days when time permits us to have a block of time that is totally open and we are out and about. The perfect setting to go for a walk and God knows that I need more than a … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Arrowood Vineyard and Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Knights Valley, Malbec, Merlot, Sonoma County
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Orcio and Dealmaker
The final two wines of tasting from Jeff Cohn Cellars show the two thrusts in his approach to wines. As stated, “single vineyard Zinfandel and Rhone-centric wines that walk a tightrope, balancing the pure expression of California fruit with the … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged California, Cassata Vineyard, Dealmaker, Jeff Cohn Cellars, Orcio, Petite Sirah, Sonoma County, Zinfandel
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