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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!

FRIDAY’S THIRTEEN…

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…

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

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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BITS & BOBS…

Back from South Africa for just over a month, and the trip is still fresh in our minds. I will never forget the kindness of the folks we met while we were there. I know that there is a lot … Continue reading

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