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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!

WHAT BUBBLES FOR THIS WEEKEND?

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Stan The Wine Man

Sparkling wine is what it is called, and it carries a different label depending on where it is from. From the prestigious appellation of Champagne France, it is called of course … Champagne. In Spain it is called Cava, in … Continue reading →

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STAN’S TOP 4O WINES UNDER TWENTY BUCKS… 2011

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Stan The Wine Man

Not a whole lot changed in 2011 as far as wine trends. Malbec, especially from Argentina continues to dominate the market and it seems as if a higher price point is being tolerated. The consumer doesn’t seem to mind going … Continue reading →

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THE 12 CABS OF CHRISTMAS … DAY 12.

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Stan The Wine Man

♫  On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me … Twelve Hightower, eleven Knights Valley, ten Six-A-Prongs, nine La Joyta,  eight Rutherford Ranch, seven Saviah Cellars, six StoneCap Cab … ♪ Five LAAY E’Cole ♪ … … Continue reading →

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THE 12 CABS OF CHRISTMAS … DAY 11.

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Stan The Wine Man

♫  On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me … Eleven Knights Valley, ten Six-A-Prongs, nine La Joyta, eight Rutherford Ranch, seven Saviah Cellars, six StoneCap Cab … ♪ Five LAAY E’Cole ♪ … Four San … Continue reading →

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