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!

STAN’S PICK FOR JULY 2018

Posted on July 19, 2018 by Stan The Wine Man

It dawned on me this morning as I was getting prepared to put together my “Friday’s Thirteen” that my pick for July has not been posted. Shame on me, but better late than never. This gem from Italy is something … Continue reading →

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FRIDAY’S THIRTEEN…

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Stan The Wine Man

In a weeks time, I taste a boatload of wine (seriously). I lot of my friends think I’m lucky. Well, they’re right, and I wouldn’t give this job up for the world. The only thing that makes my job hard, … Continue reading →

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BITS & BOBS…

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Stan The Wine Man

Most of us from San Juan Island know that Mike Corliss, owner of Corliss Estate, Tranche Estate and Secret Squirrel wines bought San Juan Vineyards. Mike also is owner of Investco Financial Corp. Investico is involved in some huge real … Continue reading →

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STAN’S PICK FOR JUNE 2018

Posted on June 10, 2018 by Stan The Wine Man

Soave is fast becoming one of the most popular white wines out of Italy next to Pinot Grigio. Soave is an appellation found in the hillside vineyards east of Verona where they grow Garganega, Chardonnay and Trebbiano di Soave also … Continue reading →

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