Author Archives: Stan The Wine Man

About Stan The Wine Man

I am a blue collar wine guy who has been in the biz for over twenty years. I work at a store in a tourist destination stop. I work hard at finding the best wine for the money. I love the challenge of learning my customer's palate so I can find the best wine for them, whether it is Petrus or white zinfandel. Cheers!

BILL POWERS… A WASHINGTON STATE ICON.

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Stan The Wine Man

I had the awesome privilege to be the first to do an extensive interview with Bill Powers. He was given the honor of the life time achievement award by the Washington Association of Grape Growers. Recently he was inducted into … Continue reading →

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STAN’S PICK FOR MAY 2014

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Stan The Wine Man

2013 Don Rodolfo Tannat (Mendoza, Argentina)… $10. When is the last time you’ve tasted a Tannat? I am almost positive there are only a few of you out there that have given this grape varietal a try let alone heard … Continue reading →

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MAY IS OREGON WINE MONTH.

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Stan The Wine Man

Because I have lived in Washington State (most of my life), I will admit that most of my attention as far as particular focus months falls on what happens in my home state. I was alerted that May is Oregon … Continue reading →

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THE DIFFERENCE A VINTAGE CAN MAKE.

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Stan The Wine Man

It was a beautiful spring day on San Juan Island. The sun was out with a slight breeze blowing the newly budding trees, keeping the air fresh and clean. I was heading to a tasting of Steele wines at San … Continue reading →

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